Jamie Carragher's family life - from wife's tears over daughter to crucial advice on children

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A 2022 graduate from Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, Mia also honed her acting skills at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.Content cannot be displayed without consentWhile she pursues a career in acting, her brother James is carving out his own path in football, much like their father.Carragher expressed his immense pride over his daughter's casting as Everdeen in the forthcoming stage production via Instagram: "I'm bursting with pride with you being the first on stage Katniss Everdeen. He clinched the 2005 Champions League in what's famously dubbed the Miracle of Istanbul.Carragher's advice on childrenThe ex-defender had his children before this monumental triumph, but he has offered advice to today's players.On the topic of footballers having children, Carragher has openly suggested that professional players should get to their thirties before starting a family to maintain focus on their careers.The former Reds legend shared his views on Stick to Football, while also acknowledging the joy of having his son witness his playing days."I do love the fact that my son saw me play," Carragher reflected.

You can really focus on your game with no distractions, but it is something I do like – the fact that he's seen me and does remember some games."In 2005, the same year Liverpool secured their legendary victory over AC Milan, Carragher tied the knot with his childhood sweetheart Nicola Hart.Footballer sonJames Carragher, aged 22, plays for Wigan Athletic after progressing through Liverpool's academy. Didn't deserve to lose, son."Reflecting on his son's journey in 2023, he conveyed heartfelt a birthday wish for James's 21st: "21 years has absolutely flown by and you've turned into everything I would want from a son......a great lad, funny, love football and can play a bit too!

Carragher senior humorously commented on the outcome, noting that he had never played in the EFL where his son competes, suggesting it contributed to his defeat.Nicola's tears after huge announcementMia's casting as Everdeen in the stage adaptation of The Hunger Games has been met with pure emotion, as a video shared by the actress shows her mum Nicola in tears upon hearing the news.Discussing her role, Mia took to social media to express her enthusiasm: "My name is Mia Carragher, and I will be playing Katniss Everdeen. You're live on TV, everything okay?".Carragher explained that Mia was looking for her mum, to which he responded: "I don't know, I'm in London, babe."Scott then proposed putting her on loudspeaker, a suggestion to which Carragher agreed.