17 nepo babies who are parents to their own nepo babies

Gabbi ShawJan 15, 2024, 06:06 IST

Priscilla Presley, Lisa Marie Presley, and Riley Keough.Eric Charbonneau/Invision for Warner Bros./AP Images

"Nepo babies," or nepotism babies, are a hot topic in pop culture.
But you might not know that your favorite celebrity comes from a long line of nepo babies.

Nepo babies remain one of the internet's favorite topics, even after Vulture declared that 2022 was the "year of the nepo baby."

But some of your favorite celebrities might not just come from famous parents — they could have famous grandparents, or even great-grandparents.

These 17 celebrities have the unique distinction of having famous parents and famous children.

Dakota Johnson's mother is Melanie Griffith, who in turn is the daughter of Tippi Hedren.

Dakota Johnson, Tippi Hedren, and Melanie Griffith.Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images

You probably know that Zoë Kravitz's parents are Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz. But you might not have known that Lenny's mother was Roxie Roker, star of "The Jeffersons."

Roxie Roker and her son Lenny Kravitz; Zoë Kravitz and her father, Lenny.Vinnie Zuffante/Getty Images; Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

You probably know that Zoë Kravitz's parents are Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz. But you might not have known that Lenny's mother was Roxie Roker, star of "The Jeffersons."

Riley Keough is the daughter of Lisa Marie Presley, and the granddaughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley.

Lisa Marie Presley, Priscilla Presley, and Riley Keough attend the Handprint Ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre.Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

Carrie Fisher, the daughter of Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, was the mother of actress Billie Lourd.

Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds, and Billie Lourd.Jason LaVeris/Getty Images

Tony Goldwyn comes from showbiz royalty — his last name is the "G" in MGM Studios.

Samuel Goldwyn Jr. and Tony Goldwyn.E. Charbonneau/Getty Images

Vintage scream queen Anne Gywnne's daughter Gwynne Gilford — an actress in her own right — married actor Robert Pine in 1969. Their son is Chris Pine.

Gwynne Gilford, Chris Pine, and Robert Pine.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

The Barrymore family is an acting dynasty that goes back to the 19th century, including Drew Barrymore, her father John Drew Barrymore, and her grandfather John Barrymore.

In profile, John Barrymore, his son, John Drew Barrymore, and the latter's daughter, Drew Barrymore.Bettmann/Getty Images

The Barrymore family is an acting dynasty that goes back to the 19th century, including Drew Barrymore, her father John Drew Barrymore, and her grandfather John Barrymore.

Geraldine Chaplin is one of Charlie Chaplin's children — and the mother of actress Oona Chaplin.

Geraldine Chaplin and her daughter Oona Chaplin.Eric Vandeville/Getty Images

Cameron Douglas starred in a movie with his father, Michael Douglas, and his grandfather, Kirk Douglas.

Cameron Douglas, Kirk Douglas, and Michael Douglas.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/Getty Images

Abby Elliott is part of a comedy dynasty. Her father is "Schitt's Creek" star Chris Elliott. Chris' father was comedy legend Bob Elliott.

Abby Elliott and Chris Elliott.Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images

"Karate Kid" star Chad McQueen, the only son of actor Steve McQueen, is the father of "Vampire Diaries" star Steven R. McQueen.

Steve McQueen relaxes with his son Chad; Steven R. McQueen.Anwar Hussein/Getty Images; Rich Fury/Getty Images

Bridget Fonda is the daughter of Peter Fonda and granddaughter of Henry Fonda — and the niece of Jane Fonda.

Peter Fonda, Jane Fonda, and Henry Fonda; Bridget Fonda and Peter Fonda.Bettman/Getty Images; Gregg DeGuire/WireImage/Getty Images

Kiefer Sutherland is the son of Donald Sutherland and the father of Sarah Sutherland.

Donald and Kiefer Sutherland; Sarah and Kiefer Sutherland.Vince Bucci/Getty Images; Amanda Edwards/Getty Images

Actress and screenwriter Zoe Kazan is following in the footsteps of her father Nicholas Kazan and her grandfather Elia Kazan.

Elia Kazan; Nicholas Kazan and Zoe Kazan.Louis MONIER/Gamma-Rapho/Getty Images; Jonathan Leibson/WireImage/Getty Images

Cuba Gooding Jr. is the son of Cuba Gooding Sr., and the father of "Scream" star Mason Gooding.

Cuba Gooding Jr. and Cuba Gooding Sr.; Mason Gooding and Cuba Gooding Jr.Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage/Getty Images; TM/NHL/GC Images

Jake Cannavale is the son of Bobby Cannavale and Jenny Lumet, the grandson of Sidney Lumet, and great-grandson of Lena Horne.

Sidney Lumet and Jenny Lumet; Jenny Lumet and Jake Cannavale.BILLY FARRELL/Patrick McMullan/Getty Images; Patrick McMullan/Getty Images

You probably know that Ronan Farrow is Mia Farrow's son — but did you know Mia's parents were Irish acting icon Maureen O'Sullivan and Oscar winner John Farrow?

Mia Farrow shares a moment backstage with her mother Maureen O'Sullivan; Ronan Farrow and Mia Farrow.Bettman/Getty Images; Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty Images

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17 nepo babies who are parents to their own nepo babies

Dakota Johnson's mother is Melanie Griffith, who in turn is the daughter of Tippi Hedren.

You probably know that Zoë Kravitz's parents are Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz. But you might not have known that Lenny's mother was Roxie Roker, star of "The Jeffersons."

Riley Keough is the daughter of Lisa Marie Presley, and the granddaughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley.

Carrie Fisher, the daughter of Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, was the mother of actress Billie Lourd.

Tony Goldwyn comes from showbiz royalty — his last name is the "G" in MGM Studios.

Vintage scream queen Anne Gywnne's daughter Gwynne Gilford — an actress in her own right — married actor Robert Pine in 1969. Their son is Chris Pine.

The Barrymore family is an acting dynasty that goes back to the 19th century, including Drew Barrymore, her father John Drew Barrymore, and her grandfather John Barrymore.

Geraldine Chaplin is one of Charlie Chaplin's children — and the mother of actress Oona Chaplin.

Cameron Douglas starred in a movie with his father, Michael Douglas, and his grandfather, Kirk Douglas.

Abby Elliott is part of a comedy dynasty. Her father is "Schitt's Creek" star Chris Elliott. Chris' father was comedy legend Bob Elliott.

"Karate Kid" star Chad McQueen, the only son of actor Steve McQueen, is the father of "Vampire Diaries" star Steven R. McQueen.

Bridget Fonda is the daughter of Peter Fonda and granddaughter of Henry Fonda — and the niece of Jane Fonda.

Kiefer Sutherland is the son of Donald Sutherland and the father of Sarah Sutherland.

Actress and screenwriter Zoe Kazan is following in the footsteps of her father Nicholas Kazan and her grandfather Elia Kazan.

Cuba Gooding Jr. is the son of Cuba Gooding Sr., and the father of "Scream" star Mason Gooding.

Jake Cannavale is the son of Bobby Cannavale and Jenny Lumet, the grandson of Sidney Lumet, and great-grandson of Lena Horne.

You probably know that Ronan Farrow is Mia Farrow's son — but did you know Mia's parents were Irish acting icon Maureen O'Sullivan and Oscar winner John Farrow?