Nobody is defending immorality.
But, it is rather tacky to harp on glorifying an immoral lifestyle just because people are saddened by a single father being killed. Now - just what happens to that child?
A tough break, a sad event and it was to the man's credit that he took on his responsibilities and was doing all he could to improve the life of his daughter.
Of course, it would have been better if he had just abandoned her to the courts and played into the stereotype of young no-good males. Then your example would have been free of any worthwhile actions.
You are missing the point here. I think it was the responsible and legal thing to do in taking care of his daughter. I just don't understand why this makes him a candidate for People, unless Jennifer Aniston was busy that week.