#35. Jude Law & Rafferty Law At Age 21
World-class actor Jude Law is a two-times Oscar nominee, one for Best Supporting Actor and another for Best Actor. However, his son, Rafferty, has nothing to envy his father. Rafferty, Jude’s eldest son, is a young model, a musician and an entrepreneur at such a young age. He felt pressured to follow Jude’s career so Rafferty decided to try acting while at school. "I did a lot of school plays at school, but it was never really like my thing," Raff shared.
The resemblance between Jude and Raff when they were both 21 is amazing. Although acting is not Raff’s cup of tea, his dad serves as an inspiration for his music. “Having creative parents has made me a very creative person. I got brought up around art and good music and obviously film sets,” he confessed. “I’ve always loved music. That’s been heavily influenced by my dad and my mom.”
#34. Heather Locklear & Ava Sambora At Age 20
Mom, Heather, and daughter, Ava, are two beautiful women. Heather started as a model and later became a TV actress. She had roles in different television shows such as Dynasty, Melrose Place, and Franklin and Bash. And it seems that Heather’s profession has been a source of inspiration for Ava, who is also a model and actress.
Ava made her debut in 2012 in the film This is 40. Then, she played the role of Future Charlie Duncan in the episode "Futuredrama" in the Disney Channel series Good Luck Charlie. In 2018, we saw her in Mommy Be Mine, in her first lead role in a feature film. Ava received advice from her parents: "My mom said, 'Do your homework,' and my dad said, 'Have fun'".
#33. Bruce Willis & Rumer Willis At Age 18
Behold the mighty lion! Rumer is the eldest daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore. We recently saw her performing amazingly in the TV series Empire and in the TV show The Masked Singer. There’s no doubt that she has inherited mom and dad’s skills! About being The Lion in The Masked Singer, Rummer stated: "I just [loved] all the gold, and I thought it looked strong and confident. I love the whole gladiator vibe of all of it."
The Die Hard franchise has been key to Bruce’s success and it catapulted the actor to the first rank of Hollywood action stars. He is a busy actor but he has always made sure to put his family first. After divorcing Demi Moore, he maintained a close relationship with both Demi and Ashton Kutcher, her third husband, and even attended their wedding. Don’t forget to read about the amazing #30!
#32. Robin Williams & Zelda Williams At Age 28
Robin Williams has been one of the most famous and charismatic actors of the last decades. He has received one Oscar for his role in Good Will Hunting, as well as three other nominations. Apart from this, Robin had three children he loved the most. Once he commented: "My children give me a great sense of wonder. Just to see them develop into these extraordinary human beings."
Unfortunately, Robin passed away in 2014, but his kids will definitely keep his legacy alive. In fact, Zelda made her acting debut when she was only five. She also had a role in House of D, in which her dad also has a part. In 2018, Zelda paid tribute to Robin on what would have been his 67th birthday: "Thank you for loving him. Thank you for supporting him and his life's work. Thank you for missing him. I do too."
#31. Cindy Crawford & Kaia Gerber At Age 30
International supermodel Cindy Crawford is known for her beautiful looks. Age doesn’t seem to have had any effect on her or on her career: she still looks dazzling and keeps working as a model. She even closed the Versace spring/summer 2018 fashion show, which was a homage to the late Gianni Versace.
No wonder where Kaia got her looks from! However, she is definitely not having any problems stepping out from her mom’s shadow. At the age of 10, Kaia landed her first modeling gig with Versace's junior line, Young Versace. When she was 15, she made her acting debut in Sister Cities (2016). Kaia even received the Model of the Year award at The Fashion Awards 2018.
#30. Alan Thicke & Robin Thicke At Age 30
Canadian actor, singer, songwriter, and favorite TV host Alan Thicke died in December 2016. Alan was best known for playing Jason Seaver, a psychiatrist and father, on the family sitcom Growing Pains. Alan supported his son’s musical inclinations and, now, Robin is a singer-songwriter and record producer who has gained international fame.
Alan also gave the following advice to his son: “My advice to Robin is listen to your heart, do what you feel. Follow your heart in love and marriage as you would in careers, and you'll be fine. Robin has a great heart. He's a fabulous father.”
#29. Donald Sutherland & Kiefer Sutherland At Age 35
The Sutherlands couldn’t be left out of our list! Donald is a father of five, and three of his sons are actors. Donald rose to fame after playing the lead in a series of successful films including The Dirty Dozen, MAS*H, Casanova, and Ordinary People. Despite his age, Donald is not planning his retirement any time soon and he currently serves as the narrator of commercials for Simply Orange.
Kiefer is best known for his character Jack Bauer in the TV series 24 but he has had a successful career in the movie industry as well. Currently, we can see Kiefer as President Tom Kirkman in the political drama series Designated Survivor. Can you guess who is #28?
#28. Andie MacDowell & Rainey Qualley At Age 27
Andie, a famed actress and fashion model, has served as a spokeswoman for L’Oréal for the past three decades. No wonder, considering how well she is coping with aging. However, Andie has also had her fair share of success in movies such as Green Card, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Groundhog Day, and Love After Love.
It’s no surprise that Andie’s daughter, Rainey, followed her steps. Rainey is both an actress and a singer. In 2015, Rainey made her musical debut under the name "Rainsford". Rainey started dancing when she was 2 years old and she always felt attracted to the performing arts. She also loved visiting her mom on-set but Andie wanted her daughter to have a normal childhood. “I wasn't really allowed to pursue acting till I got older,” Rainsford said.
#27. David Beckham & Brooklyn Beckham At Age 16
Not only is David Beckham known for his accomplishments as a soccer player but also for his good looks. But did you know he suffers from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? His wife, Victoria Beckham, stated: "We've got three fridges – food in one, salad in another and drinks in the third. In the drinks one, everything is symmetrical. If there's three cans, he'll throw one away because it has to be an even number."
Despite his father’s fortune, Brooklyn has decided to make a name for himself. While still at school, he worked as a fashion model and shot Burberry’s campaign in 2016. Just like his dad, Brooklyn tried soccer and briefly played in Arsenal’s youth team. Also, Brooklyn worked at his neighborhood coffee shop. It seems that Brooklyn knows that he needs to work hard if he wants to succeed like his parents.
#26. Marcheline Bertrand & Angelina Jolie At Age 22
This mother-daughter pair had to be included on this list. Marcheline was an actress and humanitarian worker, who passed away in 2007. The actress met her former husband, Jon Voight, in the film Lookin' to Get Out. They had two kids together before divorcing: actors Angelina Jolie and James Haven.
There’s no doubt that Angelina has been following her mom’s path, both as an actress and as a humanitarian. As an actress, she earned several awards and has been named Hollywood's highest-paid actress multiple times. As a humanitarian, Angelina joined the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. "I think we all want justice and equality, a chance for a life with meaning. All of us would like to believe that if we were in a bad situation someone would help us", Angelina stated.
#25. Uma Thurman & Maya Thurman-Hawke At Age 19
Good-looking sisters? No, they are mother and daughter! Uma started her career as a model before shooting to fame as an actress with her performance in Pulp Fiction. Since then, she has established herself as a leading actress in films such as The Producers, Hysterical Blindness, and Kill Bill, among others.
Maya is carrying on the legacy of her mother and her grandmother by becoming a model and also an actress. She made her acting debut playing Jo March in the 2017 BBC miniseries adaptation of Little Women. Maya is also set to star as Robin in the third season of Stranger Things. Check out our next pair!
#24. Lenny Kravitz & Zoë Kravitz In Their 20s
What would you get by mixing the talented music icon Lenny Kravitz and the beautiful actress Lisa Bonet? The versatile Zoë Kravitz. Apart from being an actress, Zoë is a singer and model. She leads the band Lolawolf which has toured with music icons such as Lily Allen and Miley Cyrus. Zoë has also been the face of Princess, a fragrance from Vera Wang. It’s clear that she needs no financial aid from her parents.
Musician Lenny Kravitz is a proud parent and thinks it’s “beautiful” that both his daughter and his ex-fiancée, Nicole Kidman, are on the show Big Little Lies. “Zoë hadn’t seen Nicole since she was younger, so it was beautiful that they got to know each other as adults and make this great show together.” Remember to check out the surprising #20!
#23. Lori Loughlin & Olivia Jade Giannulli At Age 16
Generally known for her role as Rebecca Donaldson-Katsopolis on the ABC sitcom Full House, Lori is an actress, model, and producer. She began her career as a model when she was 11 and her acting debut was when she was 15. Between 2016 and 2018, she’s made guest appearances in Netflix series Fuller House.
Gorgeous like her mother, Olivia is a successful YouTuber with more than 1 million followers. In her YouTube channel, she talks about everything a young woman wants to hear about nowadays, such as beauty, fashion, and lifestyle.
#22. Bob Marley & Ziggy Marley At Age 35
Jamaican singer and songwriter Bob Marley fathered 11 children: four with his wife Rita, two adopted, and several others with different women. The Rastafari icon died at the age of 36, but many of his children followed the trail left by him and became skilled musicians themselves.
Ziggy Marley bears a striking resemblance to his father. Ziggy is a musician and leader of the band Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers. Apart from his music career, Ziggy also focuses on his work as a philanthropist. In 2007, he signed on as an official supporter of Little Kids Rock, a nonprofit organization that delivers free musical instruments and lessons to kids in public schools thru the USA.
#21. Bob Dylan & Jakob Dylan At Age 33
Being one of the most influential music and cultural icons in the world is not an easy job. Bob Dylan, also called “the voice of a generation”, is a singer-songwriter, author, and visual artist, with a list of hits in his repertoire: Blowin' in the Wind, The Times They Are a-Changin', and A Hard Rain's a-Gonna Fall, only to name a few. Bob was also awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016.
Jakob Dylan won fame as the lead singer and primary songwriter for the rock band the Wallflowers. On top of being a musician and writing the hit One Headlight, he’s also a philanthropist: he has worked for charity and supported diabetes awareness. Jakob was also awarded the Father of the Year award from the American Diabetes Association.
#20. Goldie Hawn & Kate Hudson At Age 25
Mother to three children who are all actors, Goldie Hawn has been earning a living ever since she appeared in the NBC sketch comedy program Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In. She landed a part in different films before receiving the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Cactus Flower.
Without a doubt, Kate inherited her mom's acting talent and beauty. Even though Kate has not received an Oscar for her work, she received a Golden Globe for her performance in the film Almost Famous. Acting, however, is not Kate's only interest: she is also a businesswoman (she co-founded Fabletics, a fitness brand and membership program) and an author who published two books. Quite impressive, right?
#19. Minnie Ripperton & Maya Rudolph At Age 29
Minnie, a singer-songwriter, reached the peak of her career with her No. 1 single "Lovin' You" in 1975. The following year, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a radical mastectomy. Although she didn’t disclose her disease until she was terminally ill, the singer was one of the first celebs to go public with her breast cancer diagnosis.
Thankfully, her daughter, Maya, decided to continue her mom’s legacy. Maya has made a name for herself as an actress, comedian, and singer. Before being cast in Saturday Night Live, Maya sang in a rock band called The Rentals. SNL helped her become a successful actress and comedian, so she is just as talented as her mother!
#18. Blythe Danner & Gwyneth Paltrow At Age 30
Actress Blythe Danner received two Primetime Emmy Awards for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Izzy Huffstodt on Huff, and a Tony Award for Best Actress for her acting in Butterflies Are Free on Broadway. Moreover, she’s an environmental activist supporting recycling and conservation. Since 2011, she has been helping urge parents to join in the fight against toxic air pollution.
In turn, well-established actress Gwyneth, who had the chance to perform with her mother in the TV film Cruel Doubt and again in the movie Sylvia, is also a businesswoman and a singer. Just like her mom, Gwyneth won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series thanks to her role on Glee. More recently, she has reprised her role as Pepper Potts in the Avengers franchise.
#17. Meryl Streep & Mamie Gummer At Age 31
There’s little to say about Meryl that hasn’t been said before. This versatile actress was nominated for a record 21 Academy Awards, although she won three times. However, this doesn’t include all the other nominations and awards she has earned. On this regard, she has stated that she has no particular method when it comes to acting. Meryl gave birth to Mamie in 1983.
Being the daughter of such a great actress, Mamie has had to work hard to make a name for herself. Mamie also pursued acting as her career, and has had roles in films such as Ricki and the Flash, The Evening, and had a recurrent role on The Good Wife. About her mom, Mamie has stated:“(…) If she has a secret to her success, she hasn’t passed that on(…)”.
#16. Jerry Stiller & Ben Stiller At Age 39
This duo has co-starred in several movies such as Zoolander, Heavyweights, and Hot Pursuit, just to name a few. Jerry Stiller was raised by actor parents, and for many years he was part of the comedy team Stiller and Meara together with his wife, Anne Meara. He also had a role in the sitcom Seinfeld as Frank Costanza, George Costanza’s dad.
Ben definitely continues with the legacy of his family as actor-comedian. However, he has also become a successful writer, producer, and director. About having famous parents, he has said: “It was a mixed blessing to have famous parents. It was tough to go to auditions and be bad, since I couldn't be anonymous.” You’ll never guess who comes next!
#15. Stellan Skarsgård & Alexander Skarsgård At Age 35
Stellan Skarsgård is a Swedish actor and a father to eight children. In the Swedish film industry, Stellan is perhaps best known for Good Evening, Mr. Wallenberg, where he portrays Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg, who worked to save Holocaust victims. But he rose to international fame with his roles in The Hunt for Red October and in Good Will Hunting. Recently, he has appeared as Dr. Erik Selvig in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.
If you take a quick glance at the photo above, can you spot the difference between father and son? Alexander, also a Swedish actor, achieved recognition as vampire Eric in the series True Blood and as Brad in Generation Kill, among other roles. Regarding his dad, Alexander has commented: “We're more like brothers than father and son. We hang out. I'll take him out with my buddies in LA or in Stockholm, and it's never awkward or anything. He's 60, but he likes to party.”
#14. Burt Reynolds & Quinton A. Reynolds At Age 17
Late actor Burt Reynolds will always be remembered for his roles in The Longest Yard, Smokey and the Bandit, Semi-Tough, Hooper, The Cannonball Run, and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. He has received multiple nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in Boogie Nights.
Burt adopted Quinton together with his former wife Loni Anderson. Quinton works as a camera assistant in Hollywood and has worked in many productions over the years. Burt was a very proud father and once his son was his greatest achievement and that Quinton never asked for any help with his career. Three more to reach the top ten!
#13. Elizabeth Taylor & Naomi DeLuce Wilding At Age 40
This time we’ll talk about Dame Elizabeth Taylor and her granddaughter Naomi DeLuce Wilding. Liz was an actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian who rose to fame in the 1950s. She became a mother to four children and a grandmother to ten grandkids. In contrast, Naomi used to work as a stylist and nowadays she owns her own art gallery. Despite the different careers they led, they were both related to the art world.
In an interview, Naomi claimed: “My grandmother was a huge, iconic, unforgettable star, and I’m just a person, but I really want to do whatever I can to continue her work (...) The best lesson she taught my cousins and siblings and I, was to use whatever skills we have to help others. God knows she used what she had to huge effect.”
#12. Drew Barrymore & Frankie Barrymore Kopelman At Age 4
Are these twin sisters? No, they are just mom and daughter! The Barrymores are another family of well-known performers. Drew has enjoyed a fulfilling career as an actress. Additionally, Drew is a producer, director, author, model and entrepreneur. Let’s not forget that she is also a proud mom of two daughters: Olive and Frankie.
“Will [her former husband] and I continue to marvel at what we made and try to be the best co parents we can be. It’s not always easy and the point is…nothing in life is. But it doesn’t mean that any bitter outweighs the sweet!”, Drew stated. Will her daughters join the family tradition in the future? Only time will tell!
#11. Eddie Murphy & Myles Murphy At Age 25
Do you want comedy? Then Eddie Murphy is the man. Although he has had ups and downs in his personal life, it can’t be denied that Eddie has had huge success in his career. Eddie earned national attention when he became a regular cast member on Saturday Night Live in the early ‘80s. He also worked as a stand-up comedian and was ranked #10 on Comedy Central's list of the 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time.
This will sound unbelievable but Eddie is the proud father of 10 children! Myles, one of Eddie’s son, looks a lot like his dad but he doesn’t seem to be following his dad’s career path. Maybe in the future, we’ll see Myles working in the industry like his father, but, even if he doesn’t, we’re confident that we’ll hear great things from him soon.
#10. Sam Waterston & Katherine Waterston At Age 38
Katherine is the daughter of actor Sam Waterston and former model Lynn Louisa Woodruff. Katherine made her feature film debut in Michael Clayton and, more recently, she has starred in the Harry Potter spin-off Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and its 2018 sequel.
Sam is a film veteran and Oscar-nominated actor, producer, and director. He is known for his role as Sydney Schanberg in The Killing Fields and his starring role as Jack McCoy on the TV series Law & Order. As you can see, father and daughter resemble each other both in their looks and in their careers. Up next is one of our favorite pair!
#9. Prince William & Prince George At Age 5
This royal father and his son are strikingly similar. Prince George is the firstborn of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and is the third in the line of succession to the British throne. Sometimes, George goes with his parents on royal tours, and he has affected business and popular culture: clothing and products identified as used by George tend to sell better than before.
There is no doubt of the fact that this little kid looks just like his father. Being on the spotlight, Prince William wonders about his kids’ future. “I would like George and Charlotte to grow up being a little bit more simple in their approach and their outlook, and just looking after those around them and treating others as they would like to be treated themselves,” Prince William commented before his third son was born.
#8. Vanessa Redgrave & Joely Richardson In Their 40s
Vanessa is an English actress of stage, screen and television, and a political activist. Having starred in several films, Vanessa is a six-time Oscar nominee, and her role in Julia earned her the coveted Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. She is also a proud member of the theatrical Redgrave family.
Even though Joely wanted to become a professional tennis player, she turned to acting. Since then, Joely has had many roles, including Julia McNamara in the drama series Nip/Tuck, Queen Catherine Parr in the series The Tudors, and Lieutenant Starck in the science fiction horror film Event Horizon. Hopefully, Joely will continue acting and following her mom's steps.
#7. Justin Timberlake & Silas Timberlake At Age 2
Musician Justin Timberlake appeared on the television shows Star Search and The All-New Mickey Mouse Club as a child. But he shot to fame with the pop boy band NSYNC. After leaving the band, Justin has had a popular solo career in music, acting and dancing. He married actress Jessica Biel and they became parents to Silas in 2015, who was named after Justin’s granddad and great-granddad.
Don’t they look alike? Silas inspired his father's latest album, Man of the Woods, the translation of the toddler's name from Latin. “I want to have as many kids as we can, if I’m being honest. I’ve never felt more inept my life. You wake up and all of a sudden there’s this human being you’re responsible for,” the musician confessed.
#6. P. Diddy & Christian Combs Age 20
Did you know that Sean Combs, aka Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Puffy and Diddy, has an estimated fortune of $825 million dollars? We certainly didn’t! He amassed this fortune thanks to his hard work as a rapper, singer, record executive, actor, record producer, and entrepreneur. This positions him in the second spot in the race for the wealthiest hip-hop artist in the Americas.
Looking at their pics, we wonder how Sean’s life would’ve been if he had taken upon modeling. Nowadays, Diddy’s son, Christian, is working as a model for the fashion brand Dolce & Gabbana. It seems that Christian is following his late mom’s career, model and actress Kim Porter. Up next is our top 5!
#5. Alec Baldwin & Ireland Baldwin At Age 22
The versatile Alec Baldwin is not only known for his family, made up of four brothers who are all actors, but also for all the roles he has played both as a leading and supporting actor. More recently, he has appeared in Saturday Night Live to do comedic impersonations, for which he has received critical acclaim.
With such a mom and dad –she is Kim Basinger’s daughter-; it’s no wonder that Ireland became an actress and a model. At age 18, she signed with IMG Models, and made her modeling debut in a swimwear editorial for the New York Post. She made her acting debut in the film Grudge Match, playing a younger version of Kim Basinger's character, Sally. Ireland is definitely opening doors on her own!
#4. Sylvester Stallone & Sistine Stallone At Age 20
It happens to be that one of our favorite action stars is on our list! Sylvester is well known for the different characters he has portrayed throughout the years: Rocky Balboa, John Rambo, Barney Ross, and Ray Breslin, among others. But did you know that his daughter Sistine is making a career on her own? She hasn’t been interested in following her dad’s path; instead, she has been emulating her mom, Jennifer Flavin.
Sistine made her modeling debut at age 16 as a T&C Modern Swan. Since then, she has worked with many photographers, walked the runway for Chanel, and shot campaigns for Dolce & Gabbana. But not everything is about her looks. She has also decided to study communications at USC. Don’t miss our top 3!
#3. Sean Connery & Jason Connery At Age 55
Sir Sean Connery, one of our all-time favorite actors, was married to actress Diane Cilento, with whom he had a son, Jason Connery. Anyone looking at their picture will be able to see that Jason inherited his father’s features. Even when both Connery are actors, it seems that Jason hasn’t got his big moment yet. He has had many roles in his career as an actor in theatre, in several B-films and horror films, but none of these roles have managed to shoot him to fame.
Because Sean wanted Jason to know what earning his keep means, he cut Jason off from his fortune when he became an adult. Tired of reading and listening to comments in the media about his father’s fortune, Jason replied: "[My father] earned this money, through nothing but his own tireless hard work, and what he does with it and who he gives it to is completely up to him.”
#2. Jayne Mansfield & Mariska Hargitay In Their 20s
There’s no denying that Jayne Mansfield was a beautiful actress and a sex symbol. And there’s no denying that Jayne shared her good looks and talent with her daughter, Mariska. Yet, Mariska could hardly get to know her mom, as she died when they were both very young: Jayne was just 34, while Mariska was only three.
Mariska, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit lead actress, has always been compared to her mother but those comparisons weren’t always easy to accept." I used to hate constant references to my mom because I wanted to be known for myself. Losing my mother at such a young age is the scar of my soul," Hargitay once said.
#1. Kirk Douglas & Michael Douglas At Age 30
Kirk and Michael are known around the globe for their acting skills. Both of them have played a plethora of roles and received nominations to many awards, including the Oscars. Michael won the coveted Oscar twice: Best Picture for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Best Actor for Wall Street. Kirk, on the other hand, received three nominations to the Oscars during his career for his roles in Champion, The Bad and the Beautiful, and Lust for Life.
We can see a strong resemblance between Kirk and Michael when they were both 30. But their looks and their acting skills are not the only things they share. While Kirk has donated to various non-profit causes and traveled to over 40 countries to act as a goodwill ambassador for the U.S. Information Agency, Michael has participated in the project Soldiers of Peace, a movie against all wars and for global peace. Michael has also lent his support for the campaign to release Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani, an Iranian woman, convicted of committing adultery. They have so many things, that they deserved to be first on our list!