The Next Generation: Talented Kids From A-List Royalty
It's an indisputable fact - having famous parents opens doors. But we've rounded up the celebrity sons and daughters who are going places for reasons other than their high-profile families.
Actresses, actors, musicians, songwriters and models - meet the new generation of stars.
GettyQuinlin (Quinn) Stiller
FAMOUS DYNASTY: He’s the son of Derek Zoolander himself (AKA Ben Stiller).
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: He did the voice of Baby Alex in Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa, while his father Ben voiced Alex. He was also an extra in Night at the Museum. We're dying to see more of this father-son partnership...
WHAT NEXT: There's nothing in the pipeline that we know of but judging by his 'Blue Steel', a role in Zoolander 3 sounds just about perfect.
Getty ImagesRafferty Law
Rafferty Law shares Jude’s pout and piercing eyes. The 18-year-old is also a natural in front of the camera (unsurprising considering his mum was a model) and has walked for DKNY at fashion week.
Getty ImagesPresley Gerber
His sister, Kaia Gerber, is grabbing a lot of headlines lately, but it's only a matter of time before Presley will be stealing the limelight. Presley is the 16-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber and is signed to IMG Models. Recently he has modelled for CR Fashion Book, and he is reportedly interested in photography.
Getty ImagesJack Kilmer
FAMOUS DYNASTY: He’s the son of actor Val Kilmer and actress Joanne Whalley.
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: Starring in Palo Alto, originally a book by James Franco and directed by Gia Coppola, the granddaughter of Francis Ford Coppola.
WHAT NEXT: A starring role in indie film Len and Company, alongside Juno Temple and Rhys Ifans, and a part in The Nice Guys with Ryan Gosling.
Rex FeaturesLily Rose Melody Depp
FAMOUS DYNASTY: Her parents are Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis.
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: Overshadowing everyone (even her beautiful mum) at a recent Chanel party in New York. She has inherited her mum and dad's best assets (not that there were any gammy parts), from Depp’s mournful brown eyes to her mother’s delicate features and heart-shaped face. She had a small role in film Tusk.
WHAT'S NEXT: She a larger part in Yoga Hosers alongside her dad later this year.
Getty ImagesAnsel Elgort
FAMOUS DYNASTY: His father is famed fashion photographer Arthur Elgort.
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: His roles in The Fault in Our Stars, Carrie and Insurgent.
WHAT NEXT: He’ll star in the film adaptation of teen book November Criminals, alongside Chloe Moretz due for release in 2016.
Scarlett Curtis/InstagramScarlett Curtis
FAMOUS DYNASTY: : Her parents are Richard Curtis and Emma Freud.
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: Her writing and baking. Curtis runs a blog from her New York home, featuring recipes, craft ideas, beauty advice and her account of living with depression. She once created a knitted doll version of Prince William, which her mum then gave to the man himself.
WHAT NEXT: More of the same, hopefully.
Getty ImagesEthan Peck
FAMOUS DYNASTY: His grandfather is veteran actor Gregory Peck
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: In 2009, he played Patrick Verona in the TV version of 10 Things I Hate About You, and has since appeared in films such as In Time and The Sorcerer's Apprentice.
WHAT NEXT: He’ll appear in the latest version of Sleeping Beauty, The Curse of Sleeping Beauty.
Ella Richards
FAMOUS DYNASTY: She’s the granddaughter of Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and daughter of Marlon Richards and Yves Saint Laurent’s muse Lucie de la Falaise. Oh and Kate Moss is a family friend (Ella was one of the supermodel’s bridesmaids).
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: Modelling. She fronted Tom Ford’s A/W 2014 campaign and has walked for brands such as Valentino, Giambattista Valli, Erdem Prada and Calvin Klein.
WHAT NEXT: Although nothing has been confirmed, we predict she’ll be big time fashion news.
Getty ImagesRafferty Law
FAMOUS DYNASTY: He’s the son of Jude Law and Sadie Frost.
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: Looking identical to his famous dad. And also for being in a band called The Dirty Harrys with his best friend Marley Mackey, son of Pulp’s bassist Steve and stepson of Love magazine editor Katie Grand. He’s also appeared in numerous magazine editorials, including for Vogue.
WHAT NEXT: An EP launch and possibly a course at London School of Sound.
Getty ImagesScott Eastwood
FAMOUS DYNASTY: His dad is Clint Eastwood
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: His eyes. LOOK AT THOSE EYES. And also for being a model (for brands such as Hugo Boss) and an actor. He appeared in two of his father’s films, Gran Torino and Invictus, and also in Fury alongside Brad Pitt.
WHAT NEXT: A film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ novel The Longest Ride, as well as a part in biopic Snowden and in Suicide Squad with Will Smith, Jared Leto and Margot Robbie.
Stephen Shore for & Other StoriesGrace, Louisa and Mamie Gummer
FAMOUS DYNASTY: Their mum is Meryl Streep
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: Having collaborated with & Other Stories on a campaign promoting friend Claire Vivier’s bag collection. Grace has acted in The Newsroom, Mamie starred in the medical series Emily Owens, M.D. and has appeared on The Good Wife. The youngest sister Louisa is signed to IMG Models and has stuck to modelling so far. She also worked for Clare Vivier in her NYC store.
WHAT NEXT: We all know what’s in store here – the Gummer sisters to rule the world, with Streep in advisory role.
Getty ImagesSean Douglas
FAMOUS DYNASTY: His dad is Michael Keaton
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: His songwriting. Douglas has penned tracks for Demi Lovato, Jason Derulo, Jessie J and Madonna. And also for appearing in his father’s heartfelt Golden Globe acceptance speech. "My best friend is kind, intelligent, funny, talented, considerate, thoughtful – did I say kind? He also happens to be my son, Sean. I love you with all my heart, buddy."
WHAT NEXT: More writing projects, shaping the landscape of the pop charts etc.
Getty ImagesTheo and Sasha Spielberg
FAMOUS DYNASTY: Their parents are Stephen Spielberg and Kate Capshaw.
OTHERWISE KNOWN FOR: They’re in a band called Wardell and released an EP called Brother/Sister in 2013. Their sound is dreamy indie music in the style of Summer Camp or Fun.
WHAT NEXT: An album is in the works.
