Reese Witherspoon's son Deacon Phillippe revives dad Ryan Phillippe's 2001 'Legally Blonde' premiere look at 'Elle' red carpet

At the premiere event, Reese Witherspoon and her son, Deacon Phillippe, paid tribute to the original 'Legally Blonde' era with coordinated looks inspired by the film’s 2001 premiere. Deacon recreated his father Ryan Phillippe’s red-carpet ensemble, wearing a tailored black suit paired with a crisp light shirt, a vibrant pink tie, Ray-Ban sunglasses, and slicked-back hair, giving the classic look a polished, modern edge. Meanwhile, Witherspoon complemented the theme in a custom pink lace Monse dress featuring off-the-shoulder puff sleeves, delicate floral detailing, and a fitted silhouette, bringing Elle Woods' pink power to the red carpet. The mother-son duo's coordinated pink-and-black palette served as a stylish nod to the beloved franchise's signature aesthetic.

The recent 'Elle' red carpet event gave the ideal callback to the 'Legally Blonde' 2001 premiere, as Reese Witherspoon appeared to recreate her iconic looks from the Elle Woods era, while Deacon Phillippe seemingly paid homage to his dad. The 22-year-old looked like a spitting image of his father as he arrived at the 'Elle' premiere with his mother. Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe, who met while filming 'Cruel Intentions,' married in 1999. They later welcomed two children, Ava and Deacon, before ending their seven-year marriage in 2006.

Reese Witherspoon beamed with pride as she shared a warm and affectionate moment with her son Deacon, highlighting their close bond. The red carpet appearance comes after Reese recently reunited with Ryan at their son's New York University graduation in May 2026, where she marked the milestone with a heartfelt tribute, writing, "So proud of you for all the hard work, determination and thoughtfulness that got you to this moment." The actress also described him as "my amazing son" while celebrating the special occasion. She has also spoken about how her relationship with her children has evolved over the years, revealing that she now considers her adult children to be “great friends.”

At the 2024 Golden Globe Awards, where Deacon Phillippe accompanied Reese Witherspoon as her date, he spoke warmly about the actress, describing her as his “beautiful and radiant mother.” During a later interview with Entertainment Tonight, he also reflected on their relationship and expressed admiration for the support and guidance she has given him throughout his life, a moment that reportedly left Reese emotional. Showing off their playful dynamic, he joked, “She’s the party animal, and so I’m gonna just try and keep up.” When asked about the advice she had given him before the ceremony, he revealed her simple but memorable tips: “Gum, hand sanitizer, and be nice to everyone.”

Beyond his red-carpet appearances, Deacon has been steadily building a career in the entertainment industry. He has pursued both music and acting, releasing his debut album, 'A New Earth,' in 2023. He has also expanded into acting, making his television debut on Netflix's 'Never Have I Ever.' He has also been appearing in music videos and starring in films, including '4 Kids Walk Into a Bank.' Deacon is also set to appear in the upcoming film 'Brother Save Us.' Ryan Phillippe has previously shared how proud he is to see his son carving out his own artistic journey. “I am so proud, He's about to go to college for music. That's his primary focus. The acting thing he likes to do, and he will do according to what his appetite for it is, but his focus is primarily music.”