You know what they say: The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Some of the world’s most prominent Hollywood families certainly bring new truth to that old adage, with offspring following down their parents’ path to success. After all, it’s probably much easier to get rich and famous when one (or both) of your parents has already reached the echelons of stardom. From the Jacksons to the Osbournes, in these star-clad clans, fame and fortune aren’t individual ventures, they’re family enterprises. The offspring in these families aren’t just making headlines, they’re bringing in paychecks, sometimes in amounts that rival those of their parents. Take a look at some of the most successful Hollywood families, all of which with two or more members boasting multimillion-dollar net worths and a hefty list of accolades and accomplishments to back up that cash. Here is our list of the richest families in Hollywood.
1. The Jackson Family
Any list of successful celebrity families would be incomplete without this infamous clan. Arguably the most legendary family on this list, the Jacksons, has been around for the better part of the last 50 years. Getting their start as kids in the music industry in the 1960s, each member of the Jackson 5 went on to successful separate solo music and film careers. The most successful of the living eight Jackson kids is probably Janet, who had a string of hits in the ’80s and ’90s, as well as multiple acting roles. But of course, the Jacksons would be nothing without the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson. In spite of scandal and controversy, the late MJ has a net worth of more than $1 billion. This fortune will continue to grow, despite Michael’s death nearly five years ago, with sustained record sales.