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Brooke Shields, the star of Hollywood made an impact on the silver screen with iconic films like 'Pretty Baby' and 'The Blue Lagoon ' turning into a true cinematic princess. However what truly surprises us is her connection to blooded royalty. Her grandmother, a princess from the House of Torlonia brings an undeniable touch of regality to her lineage. And it doesn't end there – even her grandfather, the renowned tennis Frank Shields adds a sprinkle of royal vibes into the mix. Hold on tight because this legacy goes further! Her fathers impressive background as an executive at Revlon and Estee Lauder adds another layer of depth to their family lineage.
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Growing up in Columbia, Maryland Edward Norton had an upbringing. The city was created by his grandfather, James Rouse, who is highly regarded for his role in its development. In 1995 Rouse was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his contributions to the real estate industry. As the inheritor of The Rouse Company, a pioneering real estate development firm Norton carries a family legacy that he must uphold.
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From her roles in 'Seinfeld' and 'Veep,' Julia Louis Dreyfus has captivated audiences with her talent. However what many may not know is her connection to French billionaire Gérard Louis Dreyfus as her father. Gérard led the Louis Dreyfus group, which engaged in various business sectors including shipping and sports management. Beyond being celebrated for her sitcom fame Julia also carries a heritage of business acumen and success.
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Stepping into the spotlight, as a CNN news anchor Anderson Cooper's lineage is intertwined with wealth and privilege. His late mother was Gloria Vanderbilt, who inherited the legacy of railroad magnate Reginald Vanderbilt. Cooper himself has accumulated personal wealth amounting to US$100 million—a sum that only begins to scratch the surface when considering his mothers substantial $200 million inheritance!
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You may be familiar with Kate Hudson from her roles in movies such as 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days ' 'Fools Gold,'. Bride Wars. She has had a career as a Hollywood actress. Interestingly Kate is the daughter of the Hollywood star, Goldie Hawn. While Bill Hudson is her father Kurt Russell is her stepfather. Growing up surrounded by actors it seems like she was destined for success (and also inherited quite a fortune).
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This known actor was born in Los Angeles. Graduated from Columbia University. He started his acting journey at an age with his debut in 'City Slickers' (1991) followed by appearances in some of his fathers films like 'A Woman' and 'Homegrown.' Talk about having connections! Gyllenhaals wealth comes from his father, who happens to be a Hollywood director named Stephen Gyllenhaal.
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When you think of Scarlett Johansson, what first comes to mind? Perhaps her portrayal of Black Widow in the Avengers series or her recent performance in Netflixs 'Marriage Story.' She is recognized as one of the paid actresses according to CNW. Her father is an architect while her mother works as a film producer. Karsten did not inherit his parents' wealth. She also holds dual citizenship as a U.S. And Danish citizens.
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Dakota Johnson has appeared in Hollywood movies, such as The Social Network and 21 Jump Street. She gained fame for her portrayal of Anastasia in the Fifty Shades of Grey film series. Johnson was born in Austin, Texas to Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith both of whom are actors themselves.
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Tori Spelling is well known as a reality TV personality, a star of Beverly Hills, 90210 and a fashion enthusiast. However it's important not to overlook the fact that Tori's the daughter of Hollywood titan Aaron Spelling. If you were a TV viewer during the 1970s and '80s chances are you watched something produced by him. Aaron Spelling was one of the most prolific television producers of all time. His influence continues even though he passed away in 2006. He was responsible for shows like Charlie's Angels, Melrose Place, Dynasty and many others that would take a long to list.
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Lets now delve into the journey of actress and director Olivia Wilde, in Hollywood. In her case Olivia received a boost on her path to fame from her father, Andrew Cockburn. He is a known journalist and editor at Harper's Magazine. His generous financial support played a role in accelerating Olivia's career making her progression much smoother.
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