13 Famous Hollywood Fathers And Their Equally Famous Daughters
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When people say, “Like father, like daughter”, they sure weren’t kidding! The resemblance is so uncanny with some of these daddy-daughter duos that we needed to do a double-take! They say Hollywood is a small town and this article only proves it. Some of the celebrities on this list might come as a surprise to you, while others have actually collaborated and been spotted at award shows plenty. Here is a list of thirteen famous father-daughter duos that might totally come as a surprise to you:
1. Will Smith And Willow Smith
At just 13 years old, Willow Smith took over charts with her single, “Whip My Hair”. While many might say she gets her musical talent from her father, it’s actually her mother, Jada Pinkett Smith, who is a rock singer. Although Willow took a hiatus for a few years, she is back in show business and producing some interesting new music. Just like her father before her, we bet Willow too will follow in Will’s footsteps and become a major superstar.
2. Billy Ray Cyrus And Miley Cyrus
Besides being the singer behind Achy Breaky Heart and collaborating with Lil Nas X on Old Town Road, Billy Ray Cyrus is also the father of the pop music icon, Miley Cyrus. The pair even played father-daughter in reel life on Miley’s show, Hannah Montana. These days, the two are often seen collaborating on music and being #daddydaughtergoals!
3. Paul Mccartney And Stella Mccartney
Not only is Paul McCartney one of the four founding members of The Beatles, but he is also the father of fashion queen, Stella McCartney. Clearly, Paul has got talent and creativity encoded in his very DNA, but Stella is a force of her own. The fashion designer and her father recently collaborated on an art project for her menswear line.
4. Jon Voight And Angelina Jolie
Although the pair have always shared a very rocky relationship, it was thanks to Jon Voight that Angelina got to try out acting. Jon helped Angelina land her acting gig at just 7-years-old in the film, Lookin’ To Get Out. Now Angelina is a talented A-List celebrity who has acted in films like The Tomb Raider, Kung Fu Panda, Maleficent, and more.
5. Francis Ford Coppola And Sofia Coppola
Sofia may have started her career as an actress in her father’s famous Godfather franchise, but she moved on to bigger things. Like her father, Francis Ford Coppola, Sofia too discovered she had a talent for behind the camera work and has become a successful director. She has helped films like Lost in Translation and The Beguiled and won numerous awards for her work.
6. John Aniston And Jennifer Aniston
Many might not know that Jennifer Aniston is the daughter of not one but two talented megastars. Her father, John Aniston, starred in the famous soap opera, Days of Our Lives and has had a career spanning over six decades. Her mother, Nancy Dow, was an equally renowned actress who left behind a massive legacy after she passed.
7. Quincy Jones And Rashida Jones
The hilarious, gorgeous, and mega-talented Rashida Jones is the daughter of music legend Quincy Jones. While Rashida found a calling in acting, her father was much more content working in the music industry. Quincy has collaborated with artists ranging from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson and more and even called Ray Charles, a good friend.
8. Steven Tyler And Liv Tyler
It took Liv Tyler, born Liv Rundgren, till she was 8 to find out that her biological father was the frontman of 4, Steven Tyler. Her mother, Bebe Buell, had kept his identity a secret to protect her daughter from unpleasant media scrutiny and more. However, at the age of 11, Liv finally met her father, and the pair have been inseparable since. Liv went on to star in one of her dad’s music videos, Crazy, and act in the Lord of The Rings series.
9. Ron Howard And Bryce Dallas Howard
Ron Howard is the filmmaker behind some of Hollywood’s greats like A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon, Apollo 13, and many more. His daughter actually got her acting start by acting in a few of his films. However, Bryce has now proven herself as a formidable actress after starring in powerful movies like The Help, Rocketman, The Village, and many more.
10. Lenny Kravitz And Zoe Kravitz
Rock’ n’ Roll legend Lenny Kravitz is most known for his eclectic cover of the song American Woman. The handsome rock crooner is also known for donning leather and gigantic scarves at awards shows. Just like her father, Zoe Kravitz is full of rebel spirit and is also immensely talented. She has starred in films ranging from magic and drama to hilarious comedies.
11. Don Johnson And Dakota Johnson
Long before Dakota donned the role of the innocent Anastasia Steels in 50 Shades of Grey, her father, Don Johnson, ruled everyone’s hearts on the sets of Miami Vice. Dakota has stated that although her dad supports her career, he hasn’t yet watched her successful 50 Shades of Grey franchise as there are many intimate scenes involved.
12. Phil Collins And Lily Collins
It must be tough to grow up under the shadow of a world-famous rockstar. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like, just ask Lily Collins. Lily is the daughter of the ever-successful crooner behind In The Air Tonight. Phil Collins has also churned out chart-topping hits like Sussudio and True Colors. Although the pair have had a strained relationship since the very beginning, they seem to be on better terms now. Lily has recently won praise for her role on the Netflix show, Emily In Paris.
13. Lionel Richie And Nicole Richie
The beautiful bond that is shared between Lionel Richie and his adoptive daughter, Nicole Richie, just proves the beauty of the father-daughter bond. At just two years of age, Nicole performed at a Prince concert with a tambourine. Lionel, who knew her parents, found out that things were not running so smoothly at home and offered to adopt her. Her parents agreed, and when Nicole was 9, she was formally adopted by Lionel Richie. Through Lionel, Nicole has two adoptive siblings, Miles and Sofia Richie, who are both successful models.
Like every other relationship, the relationship between a father and his daughter too needs to be taken on both sides. While some of these celebrity relationships seem solid, others have gone through their own sets of trials and tribulations. Do let us know all of your thoughts in the comment section below!
