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Joe Jonas shares sweet ‘Girl Dad’ moment that fans can’t get enough of


Joe Jonas shares daughters Willa, 5, and Delphine, 3, with his ex-wife Sophie Turner


 Joe Jonas performs onstage during Beyond Limits, Beyond Type 1's 10th Anniversary Celebration With Co-Founders Nick Jonas and Juliet de Baubigny, OBE, at The Ziegfeld Ballroom on November 15, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Beyond Type 1)© Getty Images for Beyond Type 1
Shirley GomezSenior Writer
APRIL 3, 2026 6:22 PM EDT

Joe Jonas is letting fans into a softer, more personal side of his life. The Jonas Brothers star, now 36, recently shared a rare glimpse into his world as a father of two daughters, proving that even global pop icons melt over handwritten notes and small everyday moments.

The singer, best known as one-third of the chart-topping trio alongside Nick Jonas and Kevin Jonas, posted a touching snapshot of a note left for him by one of his daughters. The message was simple but powerful, featuring a childlike attempt at writing “dad,” complete with an extra “a,” followed by “I LOVE YOU” in bold capital letters. The page was decorated with scribbles and hearts, placed thoughtfully beneath a baked treat on a plate.

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Inside Joe Jonas’ Life as a Father of Two Daughters

Joe Jonas shares daughters Willa, 5, and Delphine, 3, with his ex-wife Sophie Turner. Since becoming a dad in 2020, he’s been noticeably more private about his family life, choosing to keep his children largely out of the spotlight. That’s why this small reveal landed so strongly with fans.

Joe has been open about how different raising daughters feels compared to his own upbringing. As one of four brothers, his childhood was filled with a completely different kind of energy.

During an appearance on “Good Hang” hosted by Amy Poehler, Joe reflected on this contrast in a candid and relatable way.

Joe Jonas at the Jonas Brothers Hand and Footprint Ceremony held at TCL Chinese Theatre.© Variety via Getty Images
Joe Jonas at the Jonas Brothers Hand and Footprint Ceremony held at TCL Chinese Theatre.

He described watching his daughters on the playground, noting how their behavior often feels gentler and more intentional. Then, in classic comedic timing, he contrasted it with the kind of fearless, high-energy behavior he associates with boys. “Boys are so different than girls,” Joe said. “I’ll watch my kids on the playground and it’s, like, delicate. And then this kid will be like, ‘Ahh!’ And dive off the top of the slide. And you’re just like, ‘That is a boy.’”

Poehler, who shares two sons with Will Arnett, added humor to the conversation, joking about how boys’ brains develop differently. 

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