You know the saying– the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree. In a world where legacy often paves the path, the offspring of renowned individuals find themselves stepping into the limelight by following in the footsteps of their famous parents. Here are some who are quite literally stepping into their parents’ shoes, ranging from actors to artists and basketball players.
Lebron James and sons Bronny/ Bryce James
Bronny and Bryce James are mirroring their father LeBron James’ path by showcasing impressive basketball skills, echoing the legacy of their renowned father’s athletic talent.
Currently, Bryce is carving out his own journey while completing high school, while Bronny currently plays as a shooting guard for USC.
Denzel Washington and John David Washington
After a short stint in the NFL, John David pursued acting, following in his famous father’s footsteps, a path he claimed he had always desired to take. He was part of the main cast of the HBO series Ballers (2015-2019) and later starred in movies including “BlacKkKlansman,” “Tenet,” and “Malcolm & Marie.”
Last year, he starred in “The Creator,” and this year, he will be starring in the upcoming film “The Piano Lesson.”
Ice Cube and O’Shea Jackson Jr.
O’Shea Jackson Jr. has been mirroring his father’s path by venturing into acting, much like his renowned father, who transitioned from a rapper to an actor.
Over the years, he has excelled in various roles in films such as “Straight Outta Compton” and “Den of Thieves.” Recently, he has been starring in movies like “Just Mercy” and “Godzilla vs. Kong.”
Diddy and Christian “King” Combs
Christian has been making waves in the music industry, following in his father’s footsteps right down to his dance moves. He’s been actively releasing singles and collaborating with other known artists.
Last year, he released his album C3, which featured artists like Fabolous, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Jeremih and Kodak Black.
Lisa Bonet and Zoë Kravitz
Zoe Kravitz is following in her mother’s footsteps by establishing herself as a talented actress in the entertainment industry.
Her recent work includes her role in the hit television series “Big Little Lies” and her portrayal of Catwoman in the movie “The Batman.”
Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr.
Damon Wayans Jr. is following in his father’s footsteps by pursuing a career in comedy and acting, much like his renowned father.
His recent work includes his role in the television series “Happy Together” and his appearances in comedy films such as “Let’s Be Cops” and “Superintelligence.” Last month, he starred in the Netflix romcom, “Players.”
