Not all nepo babies are created equal.
Sure, having famous parents might open doors in Hollywood, but keeping those doors open requires legitimate talent.
While some industry kids coast on their last names, others work twice as hard to prove they belong.
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Lets give credit where its actually due.
Shes got an Emmy and a Golden Globe to show for it, too.
Maya Hawke
When your parents are Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke, expectations run pretty high.
But thankfully, Maya Hawke is doing her own thing completely.
Her directorial debut withBlink Twiceshowcases her strengths behind the camera.
The actors performances in Christopher NolansTenetand NetflixsMalcolm & Marieshowcase his range from action hero to intense dramatic actor.
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Her Emmy-nominated performance inMaid where she starred alongside her real-life mom showcased acting skills that transcended any nepotism charges.
But Patrick Schwarzenegger is wisely charting his course with interesting projects and roles.
After playing the uptight Marnie onGirls, she switched gears with a chilling performance inGet Out.
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But the actor has taken on characters notably different from his mom and dads famous roles.
His voice work inStar Trek: Lower Decksand supporting roles in films likeOppenheimershowcase his range.
High Fidelity
BlacKkKlansman
The Substance
The White Lotus
Dear Evan Hanson
Overlord
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