Cinema VinesGoldie Hawn’s grandson, Wilder Hudson, has officially entered a new chapter of his life as he heads to college. The 19‑year‑old, son of actor Oliver Hudson and actress Erinn Bartlett, moved into a residence at the University of Colorado Boulder last week, marking his transition from the family home to campus life. Bartlett marked the occasion on Instagram with a heartfelt tribute that combined a birthday celebration and a farewell to her son.
In her post, Bartlett shared a series of photographs that traced Wilder’s journey from childhood to his teenage years. She reflected on the emotional moment of sending her son off, writing, “This little guy turned 19 yesterday and we moved him into college last week. Lots of tears not gonna lie wow… but so happy and proud and excited for you Wildman!! Couldn’t love you more and counting the days till I can hug you and annoy you again.” The post ended with the hashtag #gobuffs, confirming his enrollment at the Colorado Buffaloes.
Wilder is the eldest of Oliver Hudson and Bartlett’s three children—alongside Bodhi and Rio—and the latest member of a Hollywood dynasty that includes Goldie Hawn, her partner Kurt Russell, Kate Hudson, Wyatt Russell, and Boston Russell. The family’s ties to Colorado run deep, with Hawn and Russell often choosing the state over California for its privacy and quieter lifestyle. Wilder’s decision to attend the University of Colorado Boulder continues that tradition.
Goldie Hawn has spoken frequently about the joy of being a grandmother to eight grandchildren and credits them for inspiring her children’s book, The After‑School Kindness Crew: Pooch on the Loose #1. In interviews, she has described becoming a grandmother as one of life’s greatest pleasures and has dedicated the book to her grandchildren.
