Quaid is the son of Ryan and actor Dennis Quaid.

In a new interview, Ryan defends her son of the label, calling it dismissive.

Jack is really talented.

Meg Ryan and Jack Quaid

Meg Ryan and Jack QuaidJames Devaney/Getty Images

Hes more of a natural than Ill ever be.

Ryan recalled Quaids talent when he starred in a play he was cast in at school.

He was playing Bottom.

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I was newly divorced from his dad, and he was seated at the other side of the gym.

I had my head in my hands and was like, Oh, no.

Earlier this year Quaid starred in Christopher NolansOppenheimerin the role of Richard Feynman.

He previously starred inScreamVopposite Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega.

Other film credits includeThe Hunger GamesandThe Hunger Games: Catching Fireas Marvel.