She has expressed a desire to raise children who understand the world beyond the entertainment industry, encouraging them to explore interests unrelated to Hollywood or public attention. Blanchett has also reflected openly on how motherhood changed her perspective—she has said it gave her greater empathy, patience, and awareness of the world’s broader experiences. Her marriage to Andrew Upton is often described in interviews as a partnership built on trust, humor, and shared artistic sensibilities.
They have spoken about working together in theater as both rewarding and occasionally chaotic—yet ultimately strengthening. Their time co-running the Sydney Theatre Company was one of intense creativity, during which they pushed for new works, large-scale productions, and international collaborations. Blanchett occasionally jokes about Upton’s eccentricities or domestic habits, offering glimpses of warmth and authenticity without revealing intimate details.
