It comes as no surprise that comedic actress’ daughters with funny actor Ben Falcone would turn out just as funny as they are.
They met in 1998 when they were both members of an improv comedy troupe.
Though it is entertaining to see their kids growing up with a strong sense of humor, it doesn’t always make it easy when it comes to disciplining them.
“We have very funny kids,” McCarthy told PEOPLE at the premiere of her latest movie, ‘The Boss’.
Though they appreciate their quick-witted daughters Vivian, 8, and Georgette, 6, they admit that it can hinder them as they try to maintain parental authority.
“They get out of being disciplined because they are funny,” admits Ben, “They’ll do something to get a laugh and you’re like, ‘Alright, hold on, that’s not the point.’”
”‘Good bit, strong bit. However, you still have to go clean up your room,’ ” says Melissa.
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Melissa considers it a ‘balancing act’. Because kids are very receptive and sharp.
“Kids are really smart. They pick up on everything and then you still have to not laugh in front of them as you tell them that something’s not appropriate, or something might be too aggressive. Then, when they leave the room … ”
Ben adds, “You laugh really hard.”
“Ben and I try to write it down so we don’t forget, and then laugh a lot without them seeing,” agrees Melissa. “It’s a system in a web of lies. That’s what it is.”
Despite trying to keep their funny kids in line, Melissa admits that they’re the ones “running the show”.
“Our kids are the boss,” she says. “When we get to be the boss, we’ll let you know. It hasn’t happened thus far … When they leave the house, we’ll feel real bossy.”
“When they go to college, we’ll be the boss,” quips Ben. “I’ll be like, ‘Now I can do what I want — but my hip! My hip – ouch!’ ”
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