From Stardom to Scandal: The Real Story Behind Hollywood's Nepo Babies
The Nepo Baby Scandal: Who's Making It and Who's Not
In 2020, the term "nepo baby" entered our lexicon, symbolizing a new era of celebrity offspring reaping the benefits of their famous parents' connections. But what does it take to be a successful nepo baby? And who are the ones making it happen while others are stuck in the shadows?
We've ranked the most notorious nepo babies from A-listers to Z-listers, and trust us, it's not for the faint of heart.
A-Listers: The Ones Who Really Mean Business
These kids have got game. They're using their famous parents' connections to land top roles and build lucrative careers. Here are our top picks:
- Phoebe Dynevor: The 30-year-old Bridgerton star has outdone her Coronation Street-actress mother, Sally, by crossing the pond and making millions in Hollywood. She's carefully curating her career to stay relevant.
- Lily Collins: With a net worth of £24 million, this Emily In Paris sensation is the epitome of nepotism gone right. Insisting she forged her own path, Lily lives a humble life with her director husband and newborn baby girl.
- Mia Threapleton: Daughter of Oscar winner Kate Winslet, Mia has been making waves in the industry with roles alongside her mother in films like A Little Chaos and I Am Ruth.
B-Listers: The Ones Who Need to Buck Up
These kids are coasting on their parents' fame, but they're not quite making it happen. Here's why:
- Iris Law: While this 24-year-old has landed major modeling contracts, her personality is a bit... flat.
- Lila Moss: Kate Moss's daughter is struggling to live up to her mother's wild-child reputation. "Sweet" but unremarkable, that's our verdict.
- Cruz Beckham: The 20-year-old son of David and Victoria Beckham is trying to make it big as a musician, but his parents' connections are being used extensively.
C-Listers: The Ones Who Need to Get a Grip
These kids are squandering their potential by relying too heavily on their famous parents. Here's what we've got:
- Romeo Beckham: After failing at football, Romeo is now trying to make it as a model. "Softer and more studious" than his siblings, he's happy to stay in the shadows.
- Anais Gallagher: Noel Gallagher's daughter has been accused of coasting on her dad's fame. But our sources say she's actually quite delightful – just a bit cringe at times.
- Lennon Gallagher: Liam Gallagher's son is known for being "perfectly nice" but doing absolutely nothing with his life.
D-Listers: The Ones Who Should Give Up
These kids are stuck in the nepo baby rut, using their parents' connections to land roles and gigs without putting in any effort. Here's our take:
- Gene Gallagher: Liam Gallagher's son affects a fake Mancunian accent and drops his dad's name into conversations like it's going out of style.
- Rafferty Law: The eldest son of Jude Law and Sadie Frost has been accused of getting roles unfairly over other actors. "Not well-liked" in the industry, Raff seems to be coasting on his famous last name.
- Rudy Law: Another Jude Law offspring, Rudy is simply living off his parents' £100million net worth. He's got a trust fund and a bunch of friends – what more could he need?
Z-Listers: The Ones Who Should Be Ashamed
These kids are the ultimate nepo babies – shameless users of their famous parents' connections to get ahead in life. Here are our worst offenders:
- Brooklyn Beckham: This 26-year-old has been ridiculed for his photography book, cooking show appearances, and now, a "premium" hot sauce brand. His reputation is likely never to recover.
- George Lineker: Gary's son has done nothing but coast on his dad's fame since failing at university. He runs a "less glamorous firm" adding extra numbers to mobile phones – yawn.
There you have it – the nepo baby hierarchy in all its glory. Who do you think deserves a spot on our list?
