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Mila Kunis And Ashton Kutcher Refuse To Give Their Children Presents At Christmas

Reason why Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher ban Christmas presents exposed.

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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, the Hollywood power couple who became famous after starring together on That ’70s Show, are making headlines for their controversial approach to the holidays.

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Despite being multi-millionaires with two children, the couple has made a shocking admission: they refuse to give their kids presents on Christmas Day.

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Lavish gifts celebrities have given their children revealed.

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Christmas is already an expensive time for most, but for celebrities with endless funds, it’s a season to go overboard, splurging on extravagant gifts that most could only dream of.

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Kylie Jenner, for instance, treated her daughter Stormi to a diamond-studded mini Lamborghini wrapped in Louis Vuitton, setting the bar for luxurious kid gifts.

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z took it even further when they gifted Blue Ivy an $80,000 two-story playhouse, fully equipped with electricity and a mini kitchen.

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Not to be outdone, Kim and Kanye gave North West her own custom Balmain jacket and Hermès handbag, showing that designer wardrobes aren’t just for adults.

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Meanwhile, Harper Beckham received her very own $8,000 pony, complete with riding lessons and custom equestrian gear, courtesy of David and Victoria Beckham.

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Cardi B went the jewelry route, showering her daughter Kulture with a $48,000 diamond necklace and bracelet set.

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Mariah Carey, queen of Christmas herself, kept it festive with gold-plated Mercedes toy cars for her twins Moroccan and Monroe, priced at $2,000 each.

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And for Suri Cruise, Tom Cruise famously pulled out all the stops with a $7 million private jet—proving that when it comes to Christmas, celebrity parents don’t just unwrap presents, they unwrap the world.

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It’s no surprise that parenting in the spotlight comes with its own set of challenges. The Kutchers are conscious of the pressure their children will face growing up in Hollywood.

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As public figures, Kunis and Kutcher are acutely aware of how easy it is to fall into the trap of overindulgence, which is why they are taking such extreme measures to avoid it.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutchers’ Christmas present rule exposed.

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The Hollywood stars are determined not to spoil their kids, Elvira and Mark Kunis, with excessive gifts, fearing it could lead to their children turning into “a**oles.”

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The couple’s primary concern? They don’t want their kids to grow up entitled or unappreciative of the privileges they enjoy.

The couple’s bold decision to skip Christmas gifts explained.

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Speaking candidly to Entertainment Tonight in 2017, Kunis and Kutcher revealed their tradition of skipping Christmas presents, explaining they’ve found it to be the best choice for their family.

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Despite being some of Hollywood’s most successful stars, the couple’s reasoning for not giving gifts is rooted in a desire to keep their children grounded.

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“So far, our tradition is no presents for the kids,” Kunis shared during the interview, outlining their decision to break away from traditional Christmas gift-giving.

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They’ve continued this practice as their kids have grown, citing that when their daughter Wyatt was two, it was simply “too much.”

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As their children aged, Kunis and Kutcher realized that the sheer number of presents overwhelmed their young ones, leaving them less appreciative.

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“The kid no longer appreciates the one gift,” Kunis explained, adding that at a young age, children don’t understand the value of gifts, only expecting more.

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But the rule isn’t just for the parents – Kunis and Kutcher have extended their no-gift policy to their children’s grandparents, pleading with them to respect their wishes.

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We’ve told our parents, ‘We’re begging you – if you have to give her something, pick one gift,’” said Kunis, making it clear that the couple is firm on their stance.

The Kutcher family’s new tradition exposed.

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Rather than more toys and presents, Kunis and Kutcher have introduced a new tradition: charitable donations in place of gifts.

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“Otherwise, we’d like to take a charitable donation, to the Children’s Hospital or a pet, whatever you want,” Kunis continued, suggesting that charitable giving is the new focus of their holidays.

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Their reasoning for this shift? They want to instill values of giving and appreciation, rather than entitlement and excess.

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Kunis and Kutcher are not just teaching their children about generosity, but also making sure they understand that wealth is not the most important thing.

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And it doesn’t stop with the holidays. The couple has made it clear they will not set up trust funds for their kids, saying they don’t want their children to feel entitled to their fortunes.

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We’re going to end up giving our money away to charity,” Kutcher said, showing that the couple is serious about living a more charitable lifestyle.

The debate about Christmas rages on.

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Fans have had mixed reactions to the Kutchers’ parenting methods, with some applauding them for prioritizing charity and others questioning whether it’s realistic to maintain this tradition as the kids get older.

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At the heart of it all, the couple’s goal is to raise children who don’t take their privilege for granted. They want their kids to have a “normal” childhood, despite their fame.

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The Kutchers may just be starting a movement with their radical Christmas tradition, one that could inspire other families to rethink the role of gifts in their celebrations.

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Whether it’s shocking or simply a much-needed shift, the Kutchers’ approach to the holiday season is a bold statement about prioritizing generosity, not materialism. Could this be the future of Christmas?