Miranda Kerr Says She And Orlando Bloom Promised To Always Put Their Son First After Breakup
Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr has opened up about the promise she and her ex-husband Orlando Bloom made to each other after they ended their marriage, especially when it came to raising their son Flynn. Kerr spoke candidly about the early days of co-parenting following their split, explaining that they made a conscious choice to prioritise their child’s needs above personal feelings.
Kerr and Bloom were married for three years before deciding to separate in 2013 after a six-year relationship. In a recent appearance on the We Need to Talk podcast on February 3, 2026, she said that at the time of their breakup, both she and Bloom recognised that their romantic relationship was no longer bringing out the best in them. To make the transition smoother and healthier for their son, they agreed on a key commitment.
“We both knew that the relationship was not bringing out the best in each other,” Kerr said on the podcast. She explained that, after realising this, she suggested to Bloom that they “always put the needs of Flynn first.” That promise became the foundation of the way they approached co-parenting, guiding them to rebuild their connection not as romantic partners but as supportive and committed parents.
Kerr also shared that rebuilding their dynamic required effort, emotional work and a willingness to forgive. She emphasised that co-parenting did not happen automatically but was something they both worked toward with intention. Part of this work included forgiving each other and themselves and creating peace around the separation so that Flynn could grow up in a stable environment.
Since then, Kerr and Bloom have maintained a respectful and cooperative co-parenting relationship. Their shared focus on Flynn’s wellbeing has helped them navigate challenges and transitions over the years, even as both have moved forward in their personal lives. The promise to always prioritise their son remains central to how they interact as parents.
