Jason Sudeikis keeps his kids close as he throws out a ceremonial first pitch in Chicago

Jason Sudeikis appeared to be ever the happy dad as he kept his son, Otis, and daughter, Daisy, close to him as he threw out a ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game in Chicago on Friday night.

The 45-year-old actor appeared to be having the time of his life as he made a throw to a waiting catcher while his kids and the rest of the fans in attendance at Soldier’s Field cheered him on.

The actor shares his children, aged seven and four, respectively, with his former partner, Olivia Wilde, from whom he separated in the early days of last year.

Pre-game event: Jason Sudeikis appeared to be ever the doting dad as he kept his son Otis and daughter Daisy close to him as he threw out a ceremonial first pitch at a Chicago Cubs game on Friday

Sudeikis and his kids were dressed for the occasion, as they all wore baseball jerseys and caps bearing the logos of Chicago’s hometown team, the Cubs.

The Ted Lasso star also kept it casual underneath his sportswear, as he donned a pair of brown shorts and white sneakers prior to arriving at the event. 

Otis and Daisy appeared to be having a good time watching their father toss out the first pitch, as they were both seen flashing wide smiles as they spent time on the pitcher’s mound.

The performer is still dealing with the process of separation from his children’s mother, which began in the early months of 2020.

Dressed for the occasion: The Ted Lasso star and his kids all sported Cubs jerseys and baseball caps during the appearance

Dressed for the occasion: The Ted Lasso star and his kids all sported Cubs jerseys and baseball caps during the appearance

Family matters: The performer shares his children with his ex-fiancee, Olivia Wilde, from whom he separated last year

Family matters: The performer shares his children with his ex-fiancee, Olivia Wilde, from whom he separated last year

Prior to becoming romantically involved with his 37-year-old former partner, Sudeikis was married to his former partner, Kay Cannon.

The two tied the knot in 2004 after having dated for several years and went on to dissolve their union in 2010. 

The Horrible Bosses star and Wilde first began a year after he finalized his divorce, and the pair announced their engagement in February of 2013.

The House actress was also previously married to filmmaker Tao Ruspoli, although they went their separate ways before she became involved with Sudeikis.

Former partner: Before he became involved with the mother of his children, Sudeikis was married to screenwriter Kay Cannon for six years

Former partner: Before he became involved with the mother of his children, Sudeikis was married to screenwriter Kay Cannon for six years

Moving quickly: The performer began a relationship with Wilde just a year after he finalized his divorce from his first wife

Moving quickly: The performer began a relationship with Wilde just a year after he finalized his divorce from his first wife

The former couple went on to welcome their children in 2014 and 2016 and enjoyed several years together as parents.

In 2019, the two collaborated on Wilde’s directorial debut, Booksmart, in which her ex-fiance played a high school principal.

However, a source told People that they had gone their separate ways in November of 2020, stating that the former pair’s ‘split happened at the beginning of the year.’ 

Formerly happy couple: Sudeikis and Wilde moved fast with their relationship and announced that they had become engaged in 2013

Formerly happy couple: Sudeikis and Wilde moved fast with their relationship and announced that they had become engaged in 2013

On the rocks: The two went on to split up at the beginning of 2020, with was announced later that year

On the rocks: The two went on to split up at the beginning of 2020, with was announced later that year

The insider also pointed out that the couple was ‘amicable and they’ve transitioned into a great co-parenting routine. The children are the priority and the heart of the family’s relationship.’

Wilde quickly moved on with former One Direction member Harry Styles, who was cast in her upcoming second directorial effort, Don’t Worry Darling.

The two grew close while working on the forthcoming flick, and they were spotted holding hands at the wedding of the 27-year-old singer’s agent that was held in California earlier this year. 

The pair have been seen together in public on several occasions since then, and they recently took a PDA-filled trip to Italy for a bit of one-on-one time.

Moving on: Wilde subsequently began a relationship with former One Direction band member Harry Styles, who will be featured in her upcoming film Don't Worry Darling

Moving on: Wilde subsequently began a relationship with former One Direction band member Harry Styles, who will be featured in her upcoming film Don’t Worry Darling

Making it work: A source spoke to People and told the media outlet that the former couple had 'transitioned into a great co-parenting routine' following their split

Making it work: A source spoke to People and told the media outlet that the former couple had ‘transitioned into a great co-parenting routine’ following their split

Sudeikis has also moved on with model Keeley Hazell, with whom he went public late last month.

The actor and his new flame, 34, were first romantically linked in February, although they had known each other for a lengthy period of time prior to their first date.

The following month, a source spoke to Page Six and pointed out that, although the two were enjoying each other’s company, the performer was still getting over his former fiancee.

The insider said: ‘Jason has not moved in with Keeley. He remains still heartbroken over Olivia and isn’t yet ready for another serious relationship.’ 

Staying happy: Sudeikis has since moved on from his relationship with Wilde and is currently dating model Keeley Hazell

Staying happy: Sudeikis has since moved on from his relationship with Wilde and is currently dating model Keeley Hazell

Taking it slow: A source recently spoke to Page Six and pointed out that the actor was still 'heartbroken' over his last relationship

Taking it slow: A source recently spoke to Page Six and pointed out that the actor was still ‘heartbroken’ over his last relationship 

However, the pair developed their connection over the next few months, and they were notably spotted walking throughout New York City while staying close at the end of last month.

An insider told People that, although the two were taking things slowly, they were more than happy to have each other’s company.

The source said: ‘They’ve been dating for a little while now. They’re just having fun. It’s nothing serious at this point.’ 

Sudeikis also remains committed to co-parenting his children with Wilde while he develops his relationship with Hazell. 

Doing his thing: Sudeikis is currently focused on balancing his relationship with Hazell with the demands of being a father

Doing his thing: Sudeikis is currently focused on balancing his relationship with Hazell with the demands of being a father

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