Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 30, 2025 · Entertainment

Princess Diaries Star's Famous Family Ties Revealed!

Robert shot to fame in 2001 after starring as Michael Moscovitz in the 2001 film The Princess Diaries. He's also known as the lead vocalist of the rock/pop band Rooney

The Secret's Out: Robert Schwartzman, Star of The Princess Diaries, Exposed as a Nepo Baby with a Famous Family Connection

In a shocking revelation that has left fans stunned and scrolling through their family trees, actor and singer Robert Schwartzman is outed as a nepotism baby. Yes, you read that right! The 42-year-old star, best known for his roles in The Princess Diaries and the lead vocals of rock/pop band Rooney, is secretly related to none other than Sofia Coppola, Francis Ford Coppola, and Nicholas Cage.

Thanks to Romy Mars, Sofia's 18-year-old daughter with musician Thomas Mars, fans are now aware of Robert's prestigious family connection. In a viral TikTok video, Romy shared a clip showing herself and Robert dancing to her soon-to-be-released single "Ego." The caption read: "Me when I remember one of my cousins is the dude from Princess Diaries."

Robert's famous family includes his uncle Francis Ford Coppola, cousin Nicholas Cage, cousin Sofia Coppola and his brother, Jason Schwartzman

The internet went wild, with fans pouring over their favorite celebrities' family trees. As one user succinctly put it, "I really forget how many Coppolas there are!" Another fan quipped, "Is your WHOLE family tree famous?" while a third exclaimed, "Every day I discover something new about the Coppola family." Someone even embarked on a two-hour deep dive into the Coppola family tree, marveling at their extensive connections to Hollywood royalty.

But it's not just Romy who's been sharing her luxurious lifestyle online. Her parents, Sofia and Thomas Mars, have also made headlines in recent months. Sofia, 54, is an acclaimed director known for films like Lost in Translation and Marie Antoinette, while Thomas, 48, is the lead singer of the indie band Phoenix.

Romy often posts about her high-end fashion experiences, including a Chanel event she attended with her sister Cosima, 15, and mom Sofia. She's also shared videos of her dad performing on stage, earning fans' praise for being "iconic." In May, Romy even posted a snap with singer Lana Del Rey, which garnered nearly 50,000 likes.

Rooney, which formed in 1999, had a breakthrough with their self-titled debut album, Rooney, which was released in 2003

But what about Robert's family connection? It turns out that his uncle Francis Ford Coppola is a legend in the film industry, having directed classics like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now. His cousin Nicholas Cage has also made headlines for his eccentric behavior, including marrying actress Erika Koike in a secret ceremony.

Robert tends to keep his private life under wraps, but it's clear that he comes from a long line of talented creatives. As an actor, he starred alongside Anne Hathaway in The Princess Diaries and is still active with Rooney, the indie band that formed in 1999 and released their self-titled debut album in 2003.

Their breakthrough came when they appeared on the hit teen drama The O.C., performing their hit single "I'm Shakin'." But now, it seems Robert's biggest claim to fame is his family tree – or rather, the Coppola-Cage-Schwartzenman dynasty that has taken the entertainment industry by storm.

Robert Schwartzman and Jason Schwartzman with their mom Thalia Shire

As fans continue to dissect the intricate web of relationships within this Hollywood powerhouse family, one thing is clear: being a nepo baby has its perks. But with great power comes great scrutiny, and Robert Schwartzman's secret is now out in the open for all to see.

Sources:

  • TheScholarlyNote.com
  • (Original article removed)

Romy, who also has a younger sister named Cosima, 15, is quickly making a name for herself, with her fans even hailing her as 'a star'

Romy pictured with her grandfather Francis Ford Coppola at the Megalopolis premiere in 2024,  with Adam Driver

Sofia Coppola and Thomas Mars, parents of Romy and Cosima pictured in 2007

While his family connection to the famous filmmaking family is no secret, many fans were shocked to learn pf Robert's prestigious background via his teen cousin Romy Mars ' TikTok