Hollywood is a vast tapestry of talent, and sometimes that talent runs in the family, though not always in the limelight. From Oscar winners to cult classics, the film industry has seen its fair share of familial duos and trios. These Hollywood relationships just might surprise you!
1. Angelina Jolie and Jon Voight
Angelina Jolie, known for her roles in “Maleficent” and “Tomb Raider,” is the daughter of Jon Voight, an Oscar-winning actor famous for his roles in “Midnight Cowboy” and “Coming Home.” Despite their shared talent, their relationship has been fraught with public estrangement and reconciliation.
Fun Fact: Angelina Jolie made her screen debut as a child alongside her father Jon Voight in “Lookin’ to Get Out” (1982).
2. Julia and Eric Roberts
Julia Roberts, the “Pretty Woman” star, is the sister of Eric Roberts, known for his roles in “The Dark Knight” and “Runaway Train.” Their familial ties extend to the next generation, as their niece Emma Roberts has also made a name for herself in Hollywood.
Fun Fact: Julia Roberts was so taken with her brother’s performance in “Runaway Train” that she decided to pursue acting herself.
3. Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal
Both Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal are well-known actors. Jake is known for his roles in “Brokeback Mountain” and “Nightcrawler,” while Maggie is famous for her roles in “The Dark Knight” and “Secretary.” The siblings have even shared the screen in the cult classic “Donnie Darko.”
Fun Fact: Jake and Maggie are the first siblings to be nominated for Academy Awards in the 21st century.
4. Chris and Liam Hemsworth
Chris Hemsworth, known for playing Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is the older brother of Liam Hemsworth, who starred in “The Hunger Games” series. Both brothers hail from Australia and have made their mark in Hollywood with their impressive acting chops and undeniable charm.
Fun Fact: Chris and Liam have another brother, Luke Hemsworth, who is also an actor and stars in the series “Westworld.”
5. Elle and Dakota Fanning
Both Elle and Dakota Fanning started their acting careers at a young age. Dakota is known for her roles in “I Am Sam” and “War of the Worlds,” while Elle starred in “Maleficent” and “Super 8.” Despite their shared profession, they’ve only acted together once, in the film “I Am Sam.”
Fun Fact: Dakota was the youngest person ever nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award at the age of eight.
6. Luke and Owen Wilson
Luke and Owen Wilson, both successful actors, have starred in numerous films. Owen is known for “Wedding Crashers” and “Zoolander,” while Luke starred in “Old School” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.” The brothers often collaborate with director Wes Anderson.
Fun Fact: Luke and Owen Wilson’s brother Andrew is also an actor and has made cameo appearances in several of their films.
7. Shirley MacLaine and Warren Beatty
Shirley MacLaine, known for “Terms of Endearment” and “The Apartment,” is the older sister of Warren Beatty, who starred in “Bonnie and Clyde” and “Reds.” Both siblings have received numerous accolades for their work, including Academy Awards.
Fun Fact: Warren Beatty was named after his maternal grandmother, whose maiden name was Beatrice.
8. John and Joan Cusack
John Cusack, known for “High Fidelity” and “Say Anything,” is the brother of Joan Cusack, who starred in “Working Girl” and “In & Out.” The siblings have appeared in ten films together, including “Sixteen Candles” and “Grosse Pointe Blank.”
Fun Fact: Joan and John Cusack are the only brother-sister duo to both be nominated for Academy Awards.
9. Emily and Zooey Deschanel
Emily Deschanel, known for her role in the TV series “Bones,” is the older sister of Zooey Deschanel, who starred in “New Girl” and “500 Days of Summer.” Both sisters have made their mark on television with their unique acting styles and memorable roles.
Fun Fact: Emily made a guest appearance on Zooey’s show “New Girl” as a quirky cousin of her character, Jess.
10. Charlie Sheen and Emilio Estevez
Charlie Sheen, known for “Two and a Half Men” and “Wall Street,” is the younger brother of Emilio Estevez, who starred in “The Breakfast Club” and “St. Elmo’s Fire.” Despite their shared profession, Estevez chose to use their father’s real surname while Sheen adopted their father’s stage name.
Fun Fact: Their father is actor Martin Sheen, whose real name is Ramón Antonio Gerardo Estévez.
11. Kate and Rooney Mara
Kate Mara, known for “House of Cards” and “Fantastic Four,” is the older sister of Rooney Mara, who starred in “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” and “Carol.” Both sisters have carved out successful careers in both film and television.
Fun Fact: The Mara sisters come from a prominent football family. Their paternal grandfather founded the New York Giants, and their maternal grandfather founded the Pittsburgh Steelers.
12. Ben and Casey Affleck
Ben Affleck, known for “Argo” and “Good Will Hunting,” is the older brother of Casey Affleck, who starred in “Manchester by the Sea” and “Gone Baby Gone.” Both brothers have received Academy Awards for their work in film.
Fun Fact: Ben and Casey wrote their first screenplay for the film “Good Will Hunting” with their friend Matt Damon.
13. Rashida and Kidada Jones
Rashida Jones, known for “Parks and Recreation” and “The Office,” is the younger sister of Kidada Jones, who is an actress and fashion designer. Both sisters have made their mark in the entertainment industry in their unique ways.
Fun Fact: Their father is music mogul Quincy Jones, and their mother is actress Peggy Lipton, known for her role in “The Mod Squad.”
14. Jaden and Willow Smith
Jaden Smith, known for “The Pursuit of Happyness” and “The Karate Kid,” is the older brother of Willow Smith, who is an actress and singer. Both siblings have followed in the footsteps of their famous parents, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith.
Fun Fact: Jaden and Willow both appeared with their father in their film debuts: Jaden in “The Pursuit of Happyness” and Willow in “I Am Legend.”
15. Mary-Kate, Ashley, and Elizabeth Olsen
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, known for “Full House” and their numerous direct-to-video movies, are the older sisters of Elizabeth Olsen, who starred in “WandaVision” and “Martha Marcy May Marlene.” While the Olsen twins have since retired from acting to focus on fashion, Elizabeth continues to make a name for herself in Hollywood.
Fun Fact: Elizabeth almost quit acting after her sisters’ fame made her question if she could be a successful actress without constant media scrutiny.
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10 Highest Grossing Movies of All Time (Inflation Adjusted)
Born Billionaires? Here Are 10 of the Richest American Celebrities
It’s nice to have family money to fall back on since popularity is a fickle game. The hard work and perseverance of grandparents or parents have set these celebrities up for a life of privilege whether they continue to work. The following is a list of celebrities who are wealthy from their endeavors but also have their family riches to add to their net worth.
Born Billionaires? Here Are 10 of the Richest American Celebrities
25 Best Tom Hanks Movies, Ranked
Tom Hanks is one of Hollywood’s most beloved and well-respected actors. Often called a modern-day James Stewart, it is easy to understand why because Hanks is often thought of as the “every man.” And while that is a fair assessment, the career of Hanks is also more multi-faceted than that.
With 92 acting credits to his name, Tom Hanks has carved out a special place in film history with various roles ranging from an animated toy cowboy to an Apollo astronaut. Here are 25 of his best films yet.
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Unforgettable James Bond Villains
An iconic role such as James Bond requires iconic villains as well. Over the years, James Bond has tangled with his fair share of villains who are evil, maniacal, or both, men and women whose plans sometimes involve destroying the world or taking it over. Which ones stand out as the most unforgettable?
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