Tobey Maguire’s Family Steps Into the Spotlight—and His Son’s Growth Spurt Steals the Show!

Tobey Maguire, forever etched in the public’s mind as Spider-Man, is rarely seen in the spotlight alongside his children. The 49-year-old actor has managed to keep his family life private, far removed from the public eye despite his global fame. However, new photos have emerged, showing that Maguire’s children, Otis Tobias, 15, and Ruby Sweetheart, 18, are all grown up—and one of them has quite literally grown taller than their dad.

In pictures obtained by The Daily Mail, Maguire was seen enjoying a casual stroll through Beverly Hills with his two kids. As they walked together, Otis, dressed in brown sweatpants and a matching graphic hoodie, was noticeably taller than his father, towering nearly a full head above him. Ruby, who wore jeans and a cream-colored cardigan, also seemed to be enjoying the family outing. Tobey, keeping it low-key, wore all-black sweatpants, a t-shirt, and a baseball cap as he joined his children for a trip to the popular sushi spot, Matsuhisa.

Maguire shares Otis and Ruby with his ex-wife, Jennifer Meyer, a renowned jewelry designer. The couple, who met in 2003, welcomed their first child, Ruby, in 2006. They tied the knot a year later in 2007, but after nine years together, they announced their separation in 2016. Despite their split, Maguire and Meyer made it clear in a joint statement that their primary focus remained on co-parenting their children with “enduring love, respect, and friendship.”

“We have made the decision to separate as a couple after much soul searching and consideration,” they said at the time. “As devoted parents, our first priority remains raising our children together.”

In a 2022 interview on The World’s First Podcast, Jennifer Meyer opened up about her post-split relationship with Maguire. She shared that the separation had been amicable, describing their connection as a “beautiful experience.” “I can’t even explain. I would literally do anything in the world for Tobey. He is my brother. I love him to death and we have the most beautiful family,” Meyer said, reflecting on their continued friendship and commitment to raising their children together.

While Maguire and Meyer have both maintained a low profile since their separation, these rare glimpses into their family life provide a heartwarming reminder of the actor’s dedication to his children. The photos of Otis, towering over his father, also highlight how quickly time has passed, with Maguire’s kids growing into young adults before his—and our—eyes.