Fans Can’t Get Over Idina Menzel & Taye Diggs’ Son: ‘He’s His Dad’s Twin!

A teenager from a famous family surprised everyone during a glamorous event, leaving people curious and excited.

Fifteen-year-old Walker Diggs, the son of Broadway star Idina Menzel and actor Taye Diggs, recently caught the spotlight at a rare red-carpet event. He joined his father at the Critics Choice’s Celebration of Black Cinema and Television in Los Angeles on December 9.

Walker looked stylish in a black suit with a white shirt, while Taye wore a light gray patterned suit, a maroon shirt, and a beige hat. The father and son smiled for photos and enjoyed the special evening together.

Fans of Idina and Taye were thrilled to see Walker in photos online. Many commented on how handsome he looked and how much he resembled his father. One Instagram user wrote, “That’s Idina’s baby boy! He does look more like his father though.” Another fan added, “He has his dad’s smile.” Comments poured in across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, all admiring the teen’s looks and his resemblance to Taye.

Walker’s appearance was part of an event that celebrated Black achievements in cinema and television. Hosted by comedian Jay Pharoah, the evening honored icons like Tyler Perry, Regina King, and Steve McQueen. It was a night of tributes, history, and representation in media.

Taye Diggs, 53, often shares how much he values his bond with Walker. In a recent interview, Taye spoke about the joy he finds in parenting, comparing time with his son to an exciting date. He also posted a candid moment on Instagram in June 2024, showing him fixing Walker’s hair, captioned, “Fathers… you already know.”

Walker’s red-carpet moment with his dad came shortly after he supported his mom, Idina, at the premiere of her film Wicked in November. Mother and son posed for photographers, sparking another round of admiration online. Fans commented on how much Walker looked like Taye, with one calling him his dad’s twin.

Walker’s famous parents, Taye and Idina, met in 1995 while starring in Rent on Broadway. They married in 2003 and welcomed Walker in 2009. Though they separated in 2013, they have remained committed co-parents, focusing on raising Walker with love and support.

Taye often talks proudly about Walker’s talents in sports and the arts, saying he might follow in his parents’ footsteps. Both Taye and Idina continue to celebrate their son’s growth and achievements, sharing their pride as he occasionally steps into the spotlight.