Celebrity Dads on Fatherhood

Parenthood. There are highs and lows, ups and downs, speed bumps and moments of pure bliss – and the experience leaves you forever changed.

In honor of Father’s Day, we put together a list of some of adorable and inspiring quotes about daddy-hood from famous fathers.

Here are five of our favorites:

“I cannot understand how I managed to cope without getting cuddled this many times a day.” – Russell Crowe

“Fatherhood is pretending the present you love most is soap-on-a-rope.” – Bill Cosby

“Your marriage goes to a whole new level. You not only fall in love with your wife in a new way, but you’re forced to pull together. You have to become a united front.” – Hugh Jackman

“Men should always change diapers. It’s a very rewarding experience. It’s mentally cleansing. It’s like washing dishes, but imagine if the dishes were your kids, so you really love the dishes.” – Chris Martin

“Huck’s going to get stuff I want; that’s what’s going to be funny. ‘Look, Star Wars figures!’ I know it’s for ages 4 and up, but still, I will play with them until he’s old enough.” – Brad Paisley

“It’s honestly the best thing in the world – yes, you don’t get much sleep but you don’t care.” – Orlando Bloom