Reese Witherspoon's Daughter, Ava Phillippe, Reacts to 'Gross' Comparison Between Her Boyfriend and Dad Ryan

The 25-year-old daughter of actors Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe is setting the record straight after a TikTok video sparked awkward commentary comparing her boyfriend to her famous dad, and she’s not here for it.

In a viral video shared on her TikTok account, Ava Phillippe reacted to a fan who compared her and her boyfriend, Dakota Brubaker, to her famous parents, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe.

The budding actress took to her TikTok yesterday, June 11, 2025, to playfully react via video to the comment that reads "Close enough. Welcome back, Reese and Ryan."

Though the post is lighthearted, Ava's message is clear — she’s not a fan of that particular comparison.

Fans were quick to catch the subtle nods in the hilarious video. Ava is seen with her mouth wide open, repeatedly mouthing “no” and shaking her head in mock disgust as Dakota comes into view, dressed in a black turtleneck and glasses, channels major Cruel Intentions energy—a clear nod to her dad’s iconic role as the brooding Sebastian Valmont.

Ava even paired the video with The Verve's "Bittersweet Symphony," which played during the film's iconic closing scene.

“They've crossed a line 😭” one fan wrote, while a second commented, “so... about that thing where women tend to look for men who look like their dads (mostly because they looked up to them or had a good relationship with them) 🤔[sic].”

Some fans jokingly remarked, "He looks nothing like Ryan. Guys stop being gross. That her father lmfao [sic]," and "Your parents are iconic!! Own it!! 🤣"

Another fan noted, "I see more Ryan than Reese, but there is a Reese in her too🥰 so beautiful" and another mused, "I mean...you have to admit he looks just like your Dad! 😂🥰"

Still, other fans made reference to her part in "Cruel Intentions" saying, "if not Cruel Intentions why Cruel Intentions shaped? [sic]" and "I mean… technically you were IN Cruel Intentions…," while another stated, "you guys they are siblings they may look like parents but I think we would all be grossed out at that particular movie being referenced in their shoes [sic]"

The buzz taps into a long-running fascination with Ava’s resemblance to her mom and the public’s tendency to project fictional narratives onto real celebrity families.

While Ava keeps her personal life mostly private, this TikTok gave a rare, humorous glimpse into how she deals with growing up in the spotlight and having the internet comment on everything from her relationships to her genetics.

Ava’s resemblance to Reese has been a frequent topic of conversation over the years, especially on social media. In a November 2021 interview with InStyle, Reese addressed the reaction to how much she and her daughter look alike:

"Well, I love being mistaken for her because it makes me feel so young. I'm so proud of her. She really rolls with it. I'm sure it's not easy looking exactly like your mother."

Reese often posts sweet tributes to her kids on Instagram, celebrating their bond. On March 5, 2024, she marked the 25th anniversary of "Cruel Intentions" — the film that first brought her and Ryan together — with a nostalgic post featuring both Ava and the movie.

Ryan has also shared heartfelt moments. A 2018 post shows him posing with Ava and her brother Deacon, captioned with pride. The post and intimate moment read, "me n mine."

In another throwback, a 2022 post shows Ava, her father, Ryan, and brother Deacon smiling together in a sunlit selfie as they celebrate Deacon's homeschool graduation. The post shows the close bond between Ava and her family.

Reese's connection with her children was also front and center in her Mother's Day post, where she thanked Ava and her siblings for making her proud every day. It's clear that behind the celebrity glow, this is a close-knit family that supports each other.

Ava may have inherited her parents' looks, but her TikTok proves she's carving her own identity and she's more than ready to set the record straight when things get a little too creepy.