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The Most Famous Father-Child Duos In Entertainment

By Nostalgic America · June 15, 2024

Fathers play a significant role in shaping their children's lives, and this is especially evident in the world of entertainment.

From the silver screen to the golf course, many famous fathers have passed down their talents and passions to their sons and daughters. In this article, we celebrate the remarkable bonds between these well-known dads and their equally talented offspring.

From the Kennedys to the Fondas, and from the Reiners to the Sutherlands, we explore the legacy of these iconic families and the impact they have had on their respective fields. Join us as we pay tribute to these extraordinary father-child duos.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

CARL AND ROB REINER

The Reiners Often Stole the Show
Brilliant father-and-son filmmakers and actors Carl Reiner and Rob Reiner.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

JERRY AND BEN STILLER

Acting and Comedy Were a Family Affair with the Stillers
Jerry Stiller was a comedian and actor, part of the comedy duo Stiller and Meara, with his late wife Anne Meara. A young Ben Stiller grew up to be an actor, producer, director and writer.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

JFK AND JACKIE WITH CAROLINE

The Kennedys Made a Picture Perfect Family
JFK, Jackie and Caroline Kennedy.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

ROBERT AND ALAN ALDA

The Aldas Were an Acting Powerhouse
Actor Robert Alda with his son Alan Alda, who grew up to be a well-known actor as well.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

ELVIS WITH HIS PARENTS VERNON AND GLADY’S

Elvis’ Parents Were Often By His Side
Music legend Elvis Presley with his parents Vernon and Gladys Presley.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

HENRY FONDA WITH JANE AND PETER

Acting Excellence Ran in the Fonda Family
Actor Henry Fonda’s acting career spanned five decades. Here he is with his son Peter Fonda, and daughter Jane Fonda, both famous actors. Peter’s children Bridget Fonda and Justin Fonda were also in the business.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

DONALD AND KEIFER SUTHERLAND

Donald and Keifer Sutherland appeared together in two films Max Dugan Returns (1983) and A Time to Kill (1996
Canadian-born actor Donald Sutherland and his young son Keifer Sutherland, who grew up to be a well-known actor.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

KIRK AND MICHAEL DOUGLAS

Kirk and Michael Douglas Appeared in the film It Runs in the Family in 2003
A young actor Kirk Douglas with his equally young and famous son, actor Michael Douglas.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

WALT DISNEY AND HIS FAMILY

Walt Disney and His Kids
Disneyland founder Walt Disney brought joy to millions of children, and he had two kids of his own, Diane and Sharon.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

TIGER WOODS AND HIS PARENTS EARL AND KULTIDA

Tiger Woods Embraced Golf Early On Thanks to His Dad
Earl Woods was the father of American professional golfer Tiger Woods. Earl started his son in golf at an early age and was his coach when he first entered the sport. Tiger is seen here with Earl and his mother Kultida "Tida" Woods.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

JON VOIGHT AND...

The Voight Family Acting Legacy
Award-winning actor Jon Voight, who starred in Midnight Cowboy among other films, is the father of two well-known actors, James Haven and Angelina Jolie.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images

... HIS DAUGHTER ANGELINA JOLIE

Actress Angelina Jolie, is the Daughter of Jon Voight and Marcheline Bertrand
Jolie has six children of her own, with actor Brad Pitt.  Nostalgic America / Getty Images