Emma Roberts has never shared a close relationship with her father, Eric Roberts.

“The character actor explained that his inhibitions most likely stemmed from his drug use at the time.

As a result, the question of Emma’s custody was a no-brainer.

Emma Roberts posing for photos

Eric also stated that he never quite learned to be a “father figure.”

“I’m so proud of her I can’t see straight.”

He admitted that he would also love to be her on-screen father someday.

Eric Roberts hugging his daughter Emma Roberts