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10 Famous Father & Son Actor Duos of Hollywood
We’ve compiled a list of famous father and son duos, both of whom have had huge success in showbiz. Not only are they both famous but some of the sons mentioned in this list have already surpassed their fathers who are proud of them. There are a few you would have heard of and a few that would surprise you. The top 10 Hollywood super dads and sons are here for you:
Tom Hanks und Colin Hanks
Who hasn’t heard of this multifaceted acting veteran, who is a sure-fire formula for success for any filmmaker. He’s been there a long time and stands for perfection. Be it comedy or drama, he’s done it all. The 59-year-old actor is known for Forrest Gump (1994), Apollo 13 (1995), Saving Private Ryan (1998), Disappeared (2000), The da Vinci Code (2006) and for lending his voice in The Polar Express ( 2004) and the Toy Story series. Hanks is the second highest-grossing box office star of all time, with total grossing over $4.264 billion. There is also an asteroid called 12818 Tomhanksthat was named after him.
His 37-year-old son Colin Hanks is also a successful actor who began his career in 1996. He is famous for his role in Orange County (2002) and TV series Roswell , Band of Brothers , Dexter , The Good Guys and many others. Tom Hanks eldest son made his dad proud and while his dad is more famous he is no less.
Jeremy Irons und Max Irons
Jeremy Irons is a remarkable English actor who has done it all. Broadway, television and films, the Senior Irons has left a mark on it all. This veteran actor is best known for roles in films such as The French Lieutenant (1981), Reversal of Fate ( 1988 ), The House of Ghosts (1993) , Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995), Lolita (1997), The Man with the Iron Mask (1998), The Merchant of Venice(2004) and many others. He has won the Triple Crown of Acting when he won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award and a Tony Award. The 66-year-old actor also has a very famous son who is doing well.
Jeremy Irons is a handsome young actor best known for his roles in Little Red Riding Hood (2011), The White Queen (2013), The Host (2013) and The Riot Club (2014). He’s a humble actor trying to prove he’s not using his father’s name to gain fame and blazing his own trail. The 29-year-old has a large following and is counting on the success of his last film, which everyone loved.
Donald Sutherland and Kiefer Sutherland
80-year-old comedy actor Donald Sutherland is a living legend. After more than five decades in Hollywood, the senior Sutherland can point to some famous films that are still remembered today. MASH (1970), Don’t Look Now (1973), Fellini’s Casanova (1976), Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978), Cold Mountain (2003), Pride and Prejudice (2005) and The Hunger Games film franchises (2012–2015) are some of his best films. He was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2002 and also into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011.
His son Kiefer Sutherland (48) has followed his father’s footsteps and established himself as a talented actor. He’s an actor who proved that acting runs in some people’s blood. He was successful as a film and television actor. The Lost Boys (1987), A Few Good Men (1992), The Three Musketeers (1993), Highway (1996), Dark Town (1998) and Telephone Booth (2002) are some of his best films and his 24 (2014-Present) series on Fox was also recognized. The father and son also worked together A time to kill(2006) and have been well received for their respective roles. Both are equally wonderful and continue to rule hearts.
Jerry Stiller and Ben Stiller
Do you remember comedy actor Jerry Stiller? The 88-year-old actor was once one of the best comic book guys in cinemas. Stiller was best known for his television series Seinfeld (1993-1998) and The King of Queens (1998 onwards ) . He was the funniest actor at once and was also well liked by everyone. The man has long worked in Hollywood and is still remembered for his achievements. Even his wife, Anne Meara, is a comedian, and the couple started collaborating. Also some of his memorable works include Hot Pursuit (1987), Reality Bites (1994), Meet Parents (2000), Zoolander(2001), Dodgeball (2004) and others.
Famous actor Ben Stiller is his son and we must say that the younger one fabulously outdid his father. The brilliant comic actor has appeared in over 50 films and some of his notable hits include The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013), There’s Something About Mary (1998), Tropic Thunder (2008) , Madagascar Series and The Night At t h e museum trilogy. He is also famous for his own show entitled The Ben Stiller Show (1992-1993) .
Kirk Douglas, Michael Douglas and Cameron Douglas
This one sure is legendary royalsThere are three generations that have worked in Hollywood. The oldest is 98-year-old Kirk Douglas, who has won a lifetime achievement Oscar and the Medal of Freedom. He has also written 10 novels. The Odd Love of Martha Ivers (1946), Champion (1949), Ace in the Hole (1951), The Indian Fighter (1956), Roads to Glory (1957), Lonely Are the Brave (1962) and Seven Days in May (1964 ) are some of his most famous films.
His son is 70-year-old Michael Douglas. Michael was also more successful than his father and the two were often spotted together. He has won five Golden Globe Awards, two Academy Awards and an Emmy Award. Wall Street (1987), Basic Instinct (1992), Disclosure (1996), Traffic (2000), Ant Man (2015) are some of his most famous films.
Michael’s son Cameron is 36 and has films such as Mr. Nice Guy (1996), It Runs in the Family (2003), Adam & Eve by National Lampoon (2005) and Loaded (2008). Cameron has been in trouble several times and arrested on drug charges. He is currently in prison and will be released in 2018.
Martin Sheen und Charlie Sheen
All showbiz lovers know the numerous Emmy and Golden Globe winner Martin Sheen. The 74-year-old American actor is best known for films such as Wasteland (1973), Apocalypse Now (1979), Gettysburg (1993), The Dead (2006) and The Incredible Spider -Man (2012). He was also acclaimed and widely known on television in The Western Wing (1999–2006). The famous actor was also a politician and was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His 49-year-old son, Charlie Sheen, is no less famous. Train (1986), Wall Street (1987), Young Guns (1988), Premier League (1989), Hot Shots! (1991), The Three Musketeers (1993), The Arrival (1996), Money Talks (1997) and Being John Malkovich (1999) are some of his career hit films. He has also dominated television and his Two and a Half Men (2003-2015) was a big hit. His personal life was in turmoil as he got into trouble over alcohol and drug abuse and struggled with some marital issues.
Gary Busey und Jake Busey
Gary Busey is 71 and he’s still in Hollywood. The man is phenomenal. With more than 100 films, the actor is famous for his roles in films including The Gumball Rally (1976), The Buddy Holly Story (1978), Tiger’s Eye (1986), Deadly Weapon (1987), Predator 2 (1990) , Rookie of the Year (1994), Abandoned Freeway (1997), Soldier (1998) and Loathing Las Vegas (1998). He has also been a part of shows such as Law & Order (1990-2010), Scrubs (2001-2010) and Entourage(2004-2011). In 2014, he became the first American winner of the UK version of Celebrity Big Brother .
44-year-old Jake Busey made his acting debut in Just Time (1978) with his father. He is best known for Contact (1997) and Starship Troopers (1997). Busey is also a drummer for Sons of the Outlaws Band. He is also a guitarist and the band’s Let me down song was featured in the credits of Nazis in the Center of the Earth (2012) .
Will Smith und Jaden Smith
Will Smith is a celebrity that every Hollywood lover knows. Known for his versatile acting skills, the 46-year-old is also an avid singer and songwriter. Bad Boys (1995), Independence Day (1996) Public Enemy (1998), Men in Black series, Ali (2001), Bad Boys II (2003), After Earth (2013) and Winter ‘s Tale (2014) are some of his best films.
The 2006 film The Pursuit of Happyness marked the first time 17-year-old Jaden Smith embarked on his film career. He worked with his father in the film and then the two got back together in the 2013 film After Earth . The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008), The Karate Kid (2010) are some of his hit films. He is also a rapper and dancer and has rapped for Justin Bieber’s song Never Never Say Never in 2010. He released his first mixtape titled Das coole Cafe in 2012.
Robert Downey Sr. und Robert Downey Jr.
79-year-old Hollywood actor Robert Downey Sr. is best known as an underground filmmaker. Sweet Smell of Sex (1965), No More Excuses (1968), Sticks and Bones (1973), Moment to Moment (1975), America (1986), Rented Lips (1988), Hugo Pool (1997) and Rittenhouse Square ( 2005) are some of his directions. He was a family man who included his wife and children in many of his films. In fact, Robert Downey Jr. made his acting debut in his father’s film Pounds in 1970 when he was just 5.
At 50, Robert Downey Jr. is one of Hollywood’s highest-paid actors, but his father is more proud of him for dealing with his drug problems. His films The Singing Detective (2003), Gothika (2003), Kiss Kiss bang bang (2005), A Dark Scanner (2006), Zodiac (2007), Tropical Thunder (2008), The Avengers series, the Ironman series are well known. He was more successful than his father and the two share a very healthy relationship.
Jackie Chan and Jaycee Chan
The 61-year-old Hong Kong actor has established himself as one of Hollywood’s top actors. Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow (1978), The Young Master (1980), Demolition Man (1993), The Police Story series, Rush Hour series, The Spy Next Door (2010), The Karate Kid series are some of his best films. He was honored and received stars on Hong Kong Avenue of Stars and Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His 32-year-old son Jaycee Chan is also an actor, but not a very successful one. He is better known for his singing. His first CD Jaycee (2004) was well received and Twin Effects II (2002) was his acting debut. Jaycee has not been on good terms with his father until recently, when he got out of prison after being incarcerated for drug use. Jackie now willingly helps his son overcome his addiction.