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Zeta-Jones Denounces 'Nepo Baby' Term for Children of Famous Parents
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In Short: Oscar-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones has condemned the term 'nepo baby,' which she says makes it difficult for her children to forge their own paths.
Catherine Zeta-Jones, the Oscar-winning actress, has spoken out against the term "nepo baby," describing it as "horrific." According to reports, Zeta-Jones, who is the mother of Dylan and Carys, both 26 and 23 respectively, believes the label unfairly impacts her children's ability to establish themselves independently.
Zeta-Jones's comments come as part of a broader conversation about the challenges faced by children of famous parents. The term has been divisive, with many stars weighing in on both sides. Lily Allen, the daughter of actor Keith Allen, has previously described the term as "infantilizing" because it is only used about women. However, other stars like Laura Dern and Willow Smith have also spoken out about the realities of growing up with famous parents.
In her interview, Zeta-Jones also addressed the notion that her children might not have worked as hard to achieve their success. "Maybe law school looks really good," she quipped, countering the idea that her children were simply "nepo babies." She emphasized that her children both love and are good at acting, but that the label "nepo baby" is limiting and unfair.
Zeta-Jones's comments reflect a broader debate about the impact of family connections in the entertainment industry. While some stars have embraced the term, others, like Zeta-Jones, are vocal in their opposition, highlighting the challenges faced by their children in forging their own paths.
What's confirmed
- "You have to go with your dreams, your passion," Zeta-Jones said.
What's still developing
- Catherine Zeta-Jones describes herself as "a bit of an eclectic collector" Hollywood star Catherine Zeta-Jones has declared the phrase "nepo baby" is "horrific", saying: "These kids didn't ask to be born into this." The term refers to children of famous parents perceived to have achieved riches and success off their parents' backs.
- Oscar winner said that the label made it ‘hard’ for her children Dylan and Carys to ‘forge a way forward on their own’ Oscar winner said that the label made it ‘hard’ for her children Dylan and Carys to ‘forge a way forward on their own’ Catherine Zeta-Jones has shared her fears over her and husband Michael Douglas ’s children being branded “ nepo babies ”, as she hit out at the “horrific” label.
- This horrific phrase ‘nepo baby’ is horrible because these kids didn’t ask to be born into this, they’re finding their own way in life.” Zeta-Jones added that her children both “love” and are “good” at acting, before clarifying: “Otherwise Michael and I would be the first to go, ‘You know what?
- As the daughter of Hollywood director JJ Abrams, singer Gracie Abrams is often used as a prime “nepo baby” example, but spoke frankly about the realities of growing up with a famous and well connected father while appearing on The New York Times ’ PopCast in July.
- Catherine Zeta-Jones is shutting down any idea that her two kids haven't worked to get what they have.