In Hollywood, it is not unusual for several generations to work in the same industry. It is not easy for children to follow in the footsteps of their famous parents and it can be devastating for some. But there are also famous children who have become even more successful than their already famous parents!
Click through the gallery and get to know the Hollywood stars who are even more successful than their ancestors!
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These celebrity kids became even more famous than their parents
In Hollywood, it is not unusual for several generations to work in the same industry. It is not easy for children to follow in the footsteps of their famous parents and it can be devastating for some. But there are also famous children who have become even more successful than their already famous parents!
Click through the gallery and get to know the Hollywood stars who are even more successful than their ancestors!
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Kaia Gerber
Cindy Crawford is still a big name in the fashion world, but her daughter Kaia is now also a sought-after face for various brands.
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Josh Brolin
Josh Brolin is already a Hollywood legend. He plays the villain Thanos in the last “Avengers” film and appears as Cable in “Deadpool 2”. He should have already overtaken his father James Brolin in the popularity scale.
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Kendall and Kylie Jenner
The entire Kardashian-Jenner clan is known worldwide through the show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians”, which has been broadcast since 2007. Now it is the two youngest, Kendall and Kylie, who are getting the most attention.
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Gigi and Bella Hadid
The Hadid sisters Gigi and Bella are taking the world by storm. Their success is already overshadowing their famous mother.
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Kate Hudson
Goldie Hawn’s days in the Hollywood spotlight may be over, but her daughter Kate is still shining there. A talented family, without a doubt.
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Angelina Jolie
Angelina and her father, Jon Voight, are both Oscar winners, but the actress has become famous for her humanitarian work as well as her film roles.
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Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus is a name known worldwide. Her career has already surpassed the success of her father and musician Billy Ray Cyrus.
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Kiefer Sutherland
We admit that this example could spark some debate, but currently Kiefer is more dominant in Hollywood than his father Donald Sutherland.
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Michael Douglas
Michael and Kirk Douglas are two actors of the same caliber. Kirk, the father, was the star of “Spartacus.” His son Michael Douglas is still one of the most famous names in the acting world today.
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Chris Pine
Chris Pine is undoubtedly the most famous in the family, but his father, Robert Pine, is not far behind! He has appeared in “The Office,” “Magnum,” and “The Bold and the Beautiful.”
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Rashida Jones
Rashida is the daughter of legendary music producer Quincy Jones. Although she never pursued a music career, she became a successful TV and film actress.
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Jennifer Aniston
John Aniston was a respected television and film actor. However, it was Jennifer who made the family name famous. Since playing Rachel in “Friends,” she has been one of the most popular actresses in all of Hollywood.
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Gwyneth Paltrow
Paltrow’s mother is Blythe Danner, a respected actress. Without a doubt, her acting daughter is more famous, also as an author and lifestyle blogger!
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Emma Roberts
Young Emma could never have predicted that her career would be so much more successful than that of her father Eric Roberts. Her talent is evident in every film she makes.
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Liv Tyler
Liv and Steven Tyler are both admirable. Steven continues to perform with his band Aerosmith, and his daughter acts, although not as actively as she used to.
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Abby Elliott
Chris Elliot’s daughter Abby seems to be following in his footsteps. She was a permanent member of the cast of “Saturday Night Live” for four seasons.
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Alexander Skarsgård
The Skarsgård family is full of talent: out of six children, four have become actors. But have they surpassed their father? Alexander certainly stole some of Stellan’s limelight when he won an Emmy in 2017 as Best Supporting Actor – Miniseries or Television Movie and took home a Golden Globe for “Big Little Lies” in 2018.
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Dakota Johnson
This is another case that can be debated: is Dakota Johnson more successful than her mother Melanie Griffith? At least it is undeniable that Dakota is also one of the most successful Hollywood actresses.
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Charlie Sheen
Charlie Sheen became more famous than his father Martin for the worst reasons. Charlie was considered one of the highest paid actors on television for a long time, but his behavior almost ruined his entire career.
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I am Stiller
Jerry Stiller was already a popular television actor, but his son Ben Stiller achieved fame on a whole new level. The actor is best known for his funny, relaxed films.
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Allison Williams
The actress discovered her love for the camera through her father Brian Williams, a famous NBC journalist. Allison starred in the Oscar-nominated film “Get Out,” among others.
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Jessica Capshaw
Jessica is known from “Grey’s Anatomy” and “The Practice”. However, her mother, actress Kate Capshaw, was never as successful.
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Katie Cassidy
There was a lot of pressure on Katie to take up the legacy of her father, David Cassidy. Not in the music industry, but in the acting world, she found success from “Gossip Girl” to “Arrow” – people can’t get enough of Katie!
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Mariska Hargitay
Mariska made a name for herself with “Law & Order.” She stepped out of the shadow of her late mother, Jayne Mansfield, who was considered Marylin Monroe’s greatest rival.
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Drew Barrymore
Drew has always carried a family legacy. Despite a rebellious childhood and adolescence, she managed to exceed everyone’s expectations and become one of the most popular Hollywood actresses of her generation.
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Lily Collins
When your father is Phil Collins, there is a lot of pressure to be successful yourself! But Lily Collins has managed to become one of the most dazzling young actresses in Hollywood.
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Lenny Kravitz
The singer’s mother, Roxie Roker, became known for her role in “The Jeffersons.” But no one can deny that Lenny is much more famous than his mother.
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Enrique Iglesias
The rivalry between father Julio and son Enrique Iglesias is well known. However, Enrique has achieved more success.
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Freddie Prinze Jr.
