What 20 celebrity children look like and what they do (21 photos)
It turns out that being the child of famous actors or musicians does not mean that it is impossible to live a completely ordinary life. And if some choose a profession far from show business, others boldly follow in the footsteps of their parents. And why not take advantage of inherited talent?
1. Colin Hanks, eldest son of Tom Hanks
Colin Hanks is following in his father's footsteps. By the age of 45, he managed to star in such film and television projects as “Land of Weird,” “King Kong,” “Rabbit House,” “Jumanji,” as well as “Dexter,” “Fargo” and “Good Guys.”
Tom Hanks' eldest son has also received several awards and nominations, including the Rising Star Award at the 2005 San Diego Film Festival.
2. Tindiebua Agabu, son of Emma Thompson and Greg Wise
Tindyebua Agabu is the adopted son of British actors Greg Wise and Emma Thompson.
Emma met 16-year-old Tindi, a refugee from Rwanda, at a Refugee Council event where she was volunteering.
The young man received two higher educations and speaks eight languages. Now he is engaged in humanitarian work and works in a specialized unit of the British police, where he helps refugees like him.
3. Sofia Coppola, daughter of Francis Ford Coppola
Sofia became a director. She is best known for films such as "The Virgin Suicides", "Marie Antoinette", "Fellow Society" and "Lost in Translation", for which she won an Oscar.
Recently, 52-year-old Sofia completed work on the film “Priscilla,” which tells the story of the family life of Elvis and Priscilla Presley.
4. Sam Springsteen, son of Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen has three children with his wife and E Street Band bandmate Patty Skelf: Evan, 33, Jessica, 31, and Samuel, 29.
The Grammy winner's youngest son became a firefighter. He is currently fighting a fire in New Jersey, USA.
5. Ben Ford, eldest son of Harrison Ford
Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford has five children.
Their first child, Benjamin "Ben" Ford, was born in 1966 to his wife Mary Marquard. Now 57-year-old Ben is a successful chef and owner of Ford's Filling Station restaurant. He also wrote the cookbook Taming the Feast: Ben Ford's Field Guide to Adventurous Cooking.
6. Charles Shaffer, son of Anna Wintour
The son of the editor-in-chief of the American edition of Vogue magazine chose medicine. Charles, 38, works as a psychiatrist.
7. Virgo Cassel, daughter of Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel
The 18-year-old girl inherited her mother's beauty and her father's charisma.
The daughter of Italian film star Monica Bellucci and French actor Vincent Cassel has already made her debut in Laura Luchetti's film "Beautiful Summer" (2023) and has managed to become a sought-after model. At the age of 14, she walked on the podium for the first time in Milan.
8. Eliot Sumner, daughter of Sting
Eliot began her music career in 2010 under the pseudonym I Blame Coco, after which she released her debut album, The Constant. After 4 years, she decided to sing under her own name.
She has also appeared in films and television shows, including "The Gentlemen" and "No Time to Die."
9. Isabelle and Hayley Bridges, daughters of Jeff Bridges
The Big Lebowski actor's two daughters chose to stay away from Hollywood. Isabel became a personal growth coach, and Hayley became an interior designer in her own company, Hayley Bridges Design.
10. Dakota Johnson, daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson
Dakota made her film debut at the age of 10.playing a supporting role with his mother in the 1999 comedy “A Woman Without Rules.”
In 2016, she was nominated for a BAFTA Award for her role as Anastasia Steele in the erotic drama Fifty Shades of Grey.
Next year, the superhero film Madame Web will be released with Dakota in the title role.
11. Lila Moss, daughter of Kate Moss
Lila became a model at the age of 14. She collaborated with leading brands and walked at shows at Miu Miu, Fendi, Versace and Richard Quinn. The girl also made a splash at Milan Fashion Week in 2021 - she walked the catwalk with an insulin pump. Lila has suffered from type 1 diabetes since childhood, but leads an active lifestyle and inspires those around her.
12. Kaia Gerber, daughter of Cindy Crawford
Kaya, like her mother's twin, has been participating in shows of the most prestigious fashion brands since the age of 17. In 2018, she received the title "Model of the Year" at the British Fashion Awards.
13. Jack Quaid, son of Meg Ryan and Dennis Quaid
Jack is best known for his role as Hughie Campbell in the satirical superhero series The Boys. The actor starred in The Hunger Games, Scream, and the acclaimed Oppenheimer.
He currently continues to play the role of Lt. Brad Boimler on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
14. Lily-Rose Depp, daughter of Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis
Her debut in the scandalous series “Idol” made Lily-Rose famous, and she was accompanied by the popular singer The Weeknd. The 23-year-old girl is not afraid of taboo topics and being naked on camera.
In addition to being the daughter of Pirates of the Caribbean star Johnny Depp and French singer Vanessa Paradis, Lily is also the goddaughter of rock star Marilyn Manson.
15. Zoe Kravitz, daughter of Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet
And then the apple didn’t fall far from the tree.
The daughter of musician Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet made her debut in the romantic comedy "Taste of Life" in 2007. Her breakthrough role was Angel Salvador in the 2011 superhero film X-Men: First Class, for which she was nominated for a Teen Choice Award and a Scream Award.
16. Heather Louise McCartney, daughter of Paul McCartney and Linda Eastman
Heather Louise McCartney studied design in college and became a potter.
The 60-year-old daughter of The Beatles and a famous American artist has released a collection of ceramics and homewares called Heather McCartney Designs.
17. Hannah Selleck, daughter of Tom Selleck and Jilly Mack
The daughter of the star of the TV series "Private Eye Magnum" grew up on a ranch, where she began riding horses. She later became a famous athlete, first competing in show jumping at the age of 10. Hannah has won many awards. In September 2022, she competed in the Hampton Classic horse show with her horse Rumple.
18. Raphael De Niro, son of Robert De Niro
Despite starring in several films, including Streams of Love and Raging Bull, Rafael is currently focused on his career as a real estate broker.
De Niro, 46, works with celebrity clients such as Jon Bon Jovi and Renee Zellweger.
19. Jaden Smith, son of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith
Actor Will Smith and singer Jada Pinkett Smith have welcomed two new stars: Willow and Jaden Smith.
While Willow rose to fame in the music industry with several hits including "Whip My Hair" and "Meet Me At Our Spot", her older brother focused on acting.
Jaden excelled in both music and acting, but his fame came from his first film work alongside his father in the 2006 Oscar-nominated The Pursuit of Happyness.
He also starred in the remakes of The Day the Earth Stood Still and The Karate Kid.
20. Renee Stewart, daughter of Rod Stewart
Rock legend Rod Stewart has eight children from five women.
He is the father of four daughters: Sarah, 59, Kimberly, 44, Ruby, 36, and Renee, 31. As well as four sons: Sean, 43, Liam, 29, Alastair Wallace, 17, and Aiden Patrick, 12.
Renee graduated from the London School of Contemporary Dance in 2016 with a BA. She has performed at the Hong Kong International Dance Festival and Resolutions Festival 2020 at The Place London.