


James Caan, the unforgettable star of The Godfather and Brianâs Song, was known for his tough-guy roles on screenâbut in real life, he was a deeply emotional and committed father.
He was married four times and had five children, including actor Scott Caan, who starred in Hawaii Five-0 and Oceanâs Eleven. James had a complicated relationship with Hollywood and took several breaks from acting to focus on raising his kidsâespecially Scott. He even coached many of Scottâs early sports teams and was often seen on the sidelines cheering him on.
Despite his macho image, Caan was surprisingly sentimental, frequently writing letters to his kids when he was away filming. He once said:
âI wasnât always the best husband, but I tried to be a good dad. If I taught my kids anything, it was to fight for the people you love.â
Later in life, he was proud to watch Scott carry the acting torch forward and often said, âWatching him act is better than any award Iâve ever won.â