Bradley Cooper is a doting father as he holds hands with daughter Lea during a stroll in NYC

Bradley Cooper was spotted embracing his father’s duty while holding his daughter Lea’s hand as the two enjoyed a quiet walk in New York City on Saturday.

The Oscar-nominated actor, 48, opted for casual comfort as he stepped outside for some fresh air with the five-year-old, who he shares with ex and supermodel, Irina Shayk.

The former couple previously dated from 2015 until their official split four years later in 2019. However, the duo was spotted outing together with Lea earlier last month as they maintain a co-parenting relationship.

The star wore gray trousers and a forest green button placket that was securely fastened in the gloomy weather.

The Hangover alum also slipped into a pair of crushed black sneakers to make walking through the big apple simple and easy.

Bradley also donned a black Oslo beanie that partially hid his wavy, light brown locks, and donned a few gold-trimmed shades for a stylish flare.

His left hand held tight to Lea’s right as he gently guided her through the bustling streets as they enjoyed some good father-daughter time.

The five-year-old also donned a green jacket along with patterned green pants for the short weekend outing.

On his back, Cooper carried a large, semi-transparent backpack that appeared to contain a stuffed animal.

Last June, the A Star Is Born actor opened up about fatherhood when he made a guest appearance on the Smartless podcast.

At the time, he gushed, “Fatherhood. I mean everything has changed. Everything is overshadowed, or brought to glorious colors, by the fact that I get to be a father to a wonderful human being.’

He also explained that as an actor, he might experience “breakthrough” moments on set, but when it comes to parenting, he admitted, “You have 40 of those moments every day with your kid.” That’s that level of joy.’

Bradley stepped into the role of father when he welcomed his daughter into the world with his then-girlfriend Irina in 2017.

Despite their split in 2019, the stars have focused on maintaining a healthy co-parenting relationship to raise their daughter.

Recently, Bradley and Irina were spotted spending time together with their daughter, a source said Page six late last year in November that the actor is “on board to expand their family.”

The insider further informed the outlet that “they are trying to conceive” but explained that “marriage is probably not on the table.”

In September 2022, the two enjoyed a family getaway together, and a separate source also told the publication at the time, “It was a real family getaway and they are considering getting back together. Irina would like her daughter to have a brother or sister.’

Also in November last year, an insider said People that, ‘Irina is very happy to spend time with Bradley. She loves him very much.’

“After they broke up, she missed him. She is very proud of how they got along and co-parented their beautiful daughter.”

While enjoying parenthood, Bradley and Irina have also focused on their own careers. The supermodel was spotted during Paris Fashion Week, which ends on March 7.

The Russian-born star has not only enjoyed the beautiful city, but has also walked for luxury fashion brands, such as Vivienne Westwood.

Cooper has been hard at work on a number of upcoming projects, such as the film Maestro, which is currently in post-production.

Last summer during the summer, the actor was spotted on set in the big apple making several scenes with his co-stars, such as Carey Mulligan.

The premise of the project is based on the real-life composer, Leonard Bernstein, and the “complex love” he had with his wife, Felicia, “from the time they met in 1946 at a party and continued through two engagements, one 25 years of marriage and three children IMDB synopsis.

With the film still in production, a firm premiere date has yet to be announced, but the release is slated for later this year in 2023.