Ever wondered who the children of famous actors, musicians, or producers are? Well, wonder no further! Nepo babies, short for nepotism babies, are the offspring of industry insiders who have likely benefitted from their parents’ fame and connections while launching their careers. Keep reading to find out more about this unique breed of celebrity kids.
Nepo Babies in Entertainment
Some of the most talked about nepo babes include Lily Collins (daughter of Phil Collins), Zoë Kravitz, Lourdes Leon (Madonna’s daughter), Maya Hawke (Uma Thurman’s daughter) and Kaia Gerber (Cindy Crawford’s Daughter). The list continues with Maude Apatow (Leslie Mann’s daughter), Lily Allen (daughter of Keith Allen), and Dakota Fanning. Let’s not forget to mention the daughter of Reece Witherspoon and Stephen Spielberg (not a W&S love child).
The list of nepo babies is not exclusively women and girls (although it may seem like it); the boys include all the Beckham sons and Jack Quaid (Meg Ryan and Dennis Quaid). There are many more, as any child with a parent in the industry is open to this title.
These nepo babies have access to their parents’ connections in the entertainment industry which can help them launch their respective careers. They also often have financial advantages that enable them to pursue various hobbies or activities.
For example, Zoe Kravitz is an actress and singer-songwriter, while Kaia Gerber is a fashion model and designer. Even though these nepo baby’s families may open some doors for them, they still need to prove themselves to succeed on their terms.
Although it may seem like these kids are handed success in the first instance, hard work and talent are still required to stay in the game. Many have already made a name for themselves in their respective fields.
Nepo Babies in Business
In a diluted sense of the term, nearly all the children of those who have made a name for themselves might be tagged with this moniker. However, as in everything, some more than others.
We imagine the sons of the disgraced media mogul Robert Maxwell wished they hadn’t joined the family business, and the same could be said of the Trump family.
However, there are some examples of nepo babies outshining their parents in the business world: Mark Zuckerberg is a prime example of this. Despite his father’s attempts to co-opt him, Zuckerberg is one of the most successful executives in history, creating what we now know as Facebook.
Nepo Babies Who Won’t Get a Leg Up
Equally, there are plenty of famous moms and dads who have publicly disinherited their kids or at least won’t be giving them an industry leg up the ladder, and these include Bill Gates, Gordon Ramsey (although Tilly Ramsey is giving her dad a run for his money), and George Lucas to name a few.
The term nepo baby can also be used to describe those born into money and privilege, who may not necessarily come from the entertainment industry, but still, have the financial ability to pursue their ambitions and goals.
So it is clear that the world of nepo babies encompasses a broad spectrum of people with different stories and backgrounds. Whether they use their family’s influence for success or strive on their own accord, these are some of today’s most exciting and inspiring societal figures.
These nepo babies come from talented families and have used the resources available to them to pursue their passions. Even though they may benefit from their parents’ connections, it doesn’t take away from their accomplishments. They’re all truly making a mark on the world in different ways!
