Ever wonder how rich celebrity kids become famous? How about the luxury brands they sell and how much cash they manage to amass?
Forbes has released an interesting article listing the estimated net worth of celebrities’ children. The publication assessed the values of over 500 famous families with impressive financial resources. The results surprised even the most seasoned experts. Let’s examine the data and see what we can learn.
The World’s Most Influential And Adorable Celebrity Kids
The article begins by defining the term ‘influence’, as it relates to celebrities and their children. It states that, “Influence is not just about money and status. These are often the byproducts of being famous, but it’s more about the ripple effects of fame. Think of it this way: If you’re famous for being rich, you’re likely to be seen as wealthy, even if you aren’t. And if you’re seen as wealthy, you may be able to persuade others to believe in your ability to influence them with your money.”
This line of thinking resonates with me because it mirrors my professional experience. In my role as Brand Director of a marketing firm, I’ve often observed that celebrities’ children can represent their parents’ values, attitudes, and interests. If we examine the data, we see that this is indeed the case.
The Top Kids’ Clothing Brands
When we think about famous fashion designers, we usually think about their iconic adult clothing lines, such as Dior and Givenchy. However, it’s the kids’ wear that some of today’s most prominent fashion houses are best known for. For example, Burberry has an entire section of its website dedicated to its adorable scented samplers, while Ralph Lauren focuses on its growing children’s clothing line.
Based on the data, we can see that Ralph Lauren wins this round with a value of $25 million. Next up is J.M. WESTON, whose eponymous company markets primarily to women. Their clothing lines for both kids and adults include beautiful blazers, bold-patterned dresses, and pretty much every clothing item imaginable. The brand’s website is a treasure trove of outfit inspiration for little girls and big kids.
Not all of Weston’s children are famous, but their son Jack, who is the chairman of the company, is certainly a prominent figure in his own right. He founded the Weston Family Office in 2019 and is currently worth $150 million.
The Top Kids’ Shoes And Handbags Brand
This brand is another firm that has built its reputation on designing the most exquisite kid’s wear and accessories. Gucci is probably the best known brand for kidswear, but it’s not the only one. There are many others, such as Dior and Ralph Lauren, that have designed some of the most innovative and unique kids’ wear items of all time. The data shows that Ralph Lauren takes this category with a value of $15 million. The iconic children’s brands are growing and thriving because parents want to buy clothes for their children that they themselves love. It seems that the sweet spot for parents is accessories, especially handbags. There are numerous brands that design luxury handbags specifically for kids, with many of them being incredibly creative. These brands inevitably grow with each new collection because creative and innovative products make for unique selling propositions.
The Most Influential And Adorable Celebrity Kids From The Past
The article then turns its attention to the rich history of celebrities’ children. It explores the origins of today’s most prominent and influential kids and why their parents chose to make them famous.
A lot of today’s most prominent and influential kids have come from wealthy and influential families. This trend began in the ’70s with the generation of Bay Area kids whose parents had money to spare. This trend has continued with each subsequent generation, with today’s teens and tweens sometimes referred to as the ‘generation Z’. While some of today’s most prominent and influential kids have chosen to be highly public-facing in their own right, others have preferred to stay out of the limelight.
Why Are Celebrities’ Kids So Important?
Let’s face it: Without kids, there would be no celebrities. At least, not the kind of celebrities that we recognize and celebrate today. The article states that, “Kids are an important part of a parent’s identity, and they bring a new dimension to parenting. There’s also the fact that children are intrinsically more inspiring than adults. They are still developing physically, emotionally, and intellectually, which makes them a window into the future. There’s also a certain romance to be had in seeing our children grow up surrounded by luxury.”
The article continues, “This is why it’s important to recognize and celebrate the kids of celebrities. They are a window into the future as well as a symbol of luxury and romance. In an ideal world, we would all be parents one day, and it’s important to let kids know that we appreciate what they bring to the table.”
The Top 10 Most Influential And Adorable Celebrity Kids
To celebrate the success of today’s most prominent and influential kids, the article lists the top 10 most influential and adorable celebrity kids. Let’s examine this decade’s top choices.
10. Billie Eilish
According to Forbes, “In the last year, Billie Eilish has emerged as one of the most influential and adored kids in the world. The 19-year-old singer-songwriter’s debut album, ‘When We All Dance Together,’ became the best-selling album of 2021. It was also certified platinum in the US and has been nominated for a Grammy Award.”
Eilish is the daughter of Finney Eilish, an American entrepreneur who founded the Animal Welfare Institute and invested in numerous companies, including Uber. She grew up in a multimillion-dollar family home and attended one of the most prestigious private schools in Los Angeles, The Eilish School. Eilish is currently studying business administration at Harvard University.
Eilish is not the only prominent child of a billionaire family. Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, Microsoft co-founder and CEO Bill Gates, and Apple CEO Tim Cook are also in this category.
9. Elmo The Fresh Prince
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is more than 20 years old, but he’s never really gone out of style. The son of legendary Chicago bluesman Muddy Waters and blues singer Aretha Franklin, The Fresh Prince has had an incredibly varied and influential career. He began his acting career at the age of three and has gone on to star in numerous television series and films. Most recently, he provided the voice of Elliott in the blockbuster hit film, ‘Toy Story 4.’
The actor’s net worth is $125 million. Although he’s never been married, he has a son, Marcelino, with his longtime partner, Marjorie Merriweather Post, whom he later married. The former couple divided their time between New York City and their villa in the south of France, but since the birth of their son, they primarily live in NYC.
8. Maisie Williams
Another teen influencer making the list this year is Maisie Williams, the 16-year-old daughter of the film director and screenwriter, Lynne Ramsay. Ramsay has worked with the biggest names in Hollywood, including Martin Scorsese, Zhang Yimou, and Steven Spielberg. Her films and shows, such as the popular ‘Wolfsbane’ and ‘Grow Up,’ have earned her a devoted following among critics and film enthusiasts. Williams has also worked as an actor and model, appearing in films and commercials and walking in numerous runway shows. In 2020, Elle UK named her one of the “new breed of British beauty icons.”
Raised in Yorkshire, England, Williams attended the prestigious independent River Valley School and spent her holidays traveling to far-flung places like Hong Kong and Dubai. Later, she moved to Los Angeles to study acting at the age of 14. Even now, at 16 years old, Williams continues to work hard to establish herself as an acting force to be reckoned with. Forbes valuations her at a whopping $125 million.
7. Charlie Hunnam
Charlie Hunnam, the American actor and musician, made a name for himself in the 2000s starring in various films and music videos. He has also appeared in numerous television shows and even voiced the title character in the animated series, “Sons of Anarchy.”