Recalling childhood stunts and an E-bike in the backyard, Bullock said she even arranged a session on a private track in a Porsche-like car. She relayed trainers’ suggestions about pulling Laila from school to train in places like Monte Carlo — a notion Bullock met with practical, maternal questions and a laugh about packing snacks.
To broaden Laila’s experiences, Bullock sent her to theater camp, which changed her demeanor. Bullock adopted Laila in 2015 (then about 2½) and Louis in 2010 (about 3½ months). After pausing her career for family, she now returns in Practical Magic 2.