Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber Move Son Sasha into Basic College Dorm Near Skid Row, Fans Applaud ‘Real Parenting’ Over Luxury Pad

Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber Celebrate Son Sasha’s College Move with Heartfelt Support
By Ali Daher, Senior Showbusiness Reporter
Published: 14:07 BST, 21 August 2025 | Updated: 14:09 BST, 21 August 2025

[Image: Naomi Watts, Liev Schreiber, and son Sasha in his dorm room. Caption: "Naomi and Liev help Sasha settle into his USC dorm."]

Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber are earning praise for their hands-on parenting as their 18-year-old son, Sasha, begins college life at the University of Southern California (USC). The former couple, who split amicably in 2016, shared glimpses of their emotional journey moving Sasha into his modest dorm room—a stark contrast to their Hollywood lifestyles.

Located just minutes from LA’s impoverished Skid Row, Sasha’s dorm features a simple setup: a twin bed, shelves stacked with sneakers, and shared living spaces. Naomi documented the experience on Instagram, writing, “We packed, laughed, cried, and shopped… He dreamed big and worked hard. Go Sasha—we love you!”

[Image: Sasha’s dorm room. Caption: "Sasha’s minimalist dorm at USC, far from Hollywood glamour."]

Fans applauded the duo’s commitment to giving Sasha a grounded college experience. “So refreshing to see healthy co-parenting,” one follower commented. Actress Rita Wilson joked, “That’s the only time his room will ever look that neat!”

Liev also shared a heartfelt tribute, posting a photo with Sasha and calling him “one of the deepest, kindest boys I’ve known.” The pair were spotted shopping for dorm essentials and sharing walks in downtown LA, where Naomi admitted to “secret cries” over the milestone.

[Image: Liev and Sasha holding hands. Caption: "Liev and Sasha bond during move-in day."]

Despite USC’s proximity to Skid Row—an area grappling with homelessness—the family focused on Sasha’s bright future. Followers praised their authenticity, with Teresa Palmer noting, “Congrats on this new season, mama.”

Watts and Schreiber, who also share 16-year-old Kai, continue to redefine co-parenting goals, proving that love and teamwork transcend Hollywood’s glitz. As Naomi wrote, “He’s got this!”

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