AceShowbiz - Chris Martin, lead singer of Coldplay, recently shared his candid thoughts on becoming an empty nester. Having witnessed both his children, 20-year-old Apple and 18-year-old Moses, leave for college, Martin admitted that life at home has undergone a significant change.

"It's sad," he said, describing the feeling as "the only word" he could use. However, he also recognized the natural progression of time and the importance of their independence. "Of course, it'd be weirder if they were still like, 'I can't leave,' " he remarked. "Then you'd be more worried."

While coping with the quieter household, Martin maintains a strong bond with his children, often displaying his playful humor. "I like my kids very much," he shared. "Even though they're not biologically mine, I'm breaking the story now," he joked.

Martin revealed a mischievous tactic he employs to embarrass his son in public. "If we're walking down the street and someone says, 'I'm sorry to disturb you while you're with your son,' I say, 'That's not my son. That's my partner,' " he said with a laugh. "Yeah. I like them a lot. I think they are mine, to be fair."

Ahead of Apple's highly anticipated debutante ball at the prestigious Le Bal des Debutantes in Paris, Martin shared his initial hesitations. "It's so not something I ever thought I'd do," he confessed. "But because I'm so in love with her, I'm like, 'OK.' "

The event, held at the iconic Shangri-La Hotel, provided a memorable occasion for the entire family to reconnect amidst the glamour and tradition of one of the most exclusive social events in the world. Apple, attending with her chevalier, Leo Henckel von Donnersmarck, left a lasting impression with her radiant presence in a custom Valentino gown.