Jason Bateman explains why he and sister Justine Bateman don’t follow typical sibling traditions but maintain a healthy adult friendship.
Jason Bateman shared a rare glimpse into his relationship with his sister Justine Bateman.
The 56-year-old appeared on the cover of Esquire’s Winter « Meaning of Life » issue and reflected on his bond with the 59-year-old actress in the accompanying interview.
« My sister and I don’t see each other a ton », he admitted.
However, Jason clarified that this wasn’t due to any conflict and explained that the two have a mature relationship built on mutual respect.
« There isn’t the typical ‘We see each other every Thanksgiving or every Christmas and our kids want to be together.’ There isn’t that. In a great way », he said.
Jason and his wife Amanda Anka are parents to daughters Francesca, 19, and Maple, 13, while Justine shares son Duke, 23, and daughter Gianetta, 21, with her husband Mark Fluent.
The « Arrested Development » alum described his conversations with Justine as the « rich conversations you would have with an adult friend, not the kind of petulant back-and-forth you might have with your adult sibling. »
« We hang out, and we’re nice to each other because we respect one another as individuals regardless of the blood thing », Jason added.
Jason also noted that he had upcoming plans with Justine, telling the outlet, « I’m seeing her for lunch next week. »
The siblings both rose to fame in Hollywood as child actors in the 1980s. Jason began acting at age 10, appearing in commercials before starring in hit shows such as « Little House on the Prairie », « Silver Spoons » and « The Hogan Family.
