Before West Duchovny’s breakout role in “Saint X,” her parents were the ones in the spotlight. West, 24, is the daughter of David Duchovny – who’s starred in multiple series, including “The X-Files” and “Californication” – and Téa Leoni, who is also an actor with roles in “A League of Their Own,” “Fraiser,” and more.
David and Leoni were married from 1997 to 2014. During their time together, they welcomed West in 1999 and a son named Kyd Miller Duchovny in 2002. Despite separating, the couple seem to remain on good terms, coming together for special occasions and vacations with both of their kids. Not only that, but West and Kyd appear to have equally strong relationships with both of their parents. In January 2020, West documented an adorable family vacation on Instagram.
In an interview with “On the Red Carpet” in 2023, West opened up about how great it is to have her parents to go to for acting advice. “To have two people who have been in it for so long, to consult with them and to share my fears with them, it’s a blessing,” she shared.
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West Duchovny's Dad, David
David has been a part of Hollywood for nearly four decades, so it’s safe to say he knows a little about how the industry works. And because of that, he was a bit hesitant when West decided to follow in her parent’s career footsteps. “My daughter West is acting. She majored in English in college, just like I did. I’m always scared of anybody I love getting into acting, especially a child of mine,” he told America’s Closer Magazine (via Yahoo!) in June 2022. “But I think she has a toughness to her that can help her survive.”
In April 2018, David gushed over West, sharing on Instagram that the day she was born changed his life forever. “April 24, 1999. This happened. West happened,” he wrote alongside a throwback photo. “And I’ll never be the same. Happy birthday, my daughter. Love, Dad.”
While David is widely known for his acting skills, he is also a talented musician who has continued to tour the world as of 2023.
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West Duchovny's Mom, Téa Leoni
While show business was Leoni’s pre-kids focus, after welcoming West and Kyd, her priorities shifted and it’s something she does not regret. While speaking to More magazine in February 2015 (via E! News), Leoni explained the importance of being present in the life of her children. “People tell me I’ve never really made it. They say, ‘You don’t have an Oscar,'” she shared. “There’s not an accolade in Hollywood that could replace time with my kids. At this stage of my life, it’s not about contentment. Or appealing to 20-year-olds. Or awards. It’s about finding something more. As I tell my daughter, ‘Hear your voice first.'”
And the feeling of adoration is certainly mutual. In May 2023, West honored her mother with an adorable Instagram post, writing, “the coolest, funniest, most creative, insanely loving, beautiful beautiful mama ❤️.”
