Instagram/James McAvoy & Lisa Liber Celebrity James McAvoy reveals his secret son and reflects on fatherhood in his 40s. Read his candid interview about parenting, age, and family life. April 1, 2026 AceShowbiz - James McAvoy and his wife Lisa Liberati have been quietly celebrating parenthood for several years after welcoming a son together in private four years ago. The actor, best known for his role in X-Men: Days of Future Past, revealed this intimate detail during an interview with The Guardian published on March 31.