The '80s were a golden era for cinema, but did you know that some of the decade's biggest stars were born into Hollywood royalty? These actors, who made their mark in the 1980s, owe a portion of their talent and success to their famous parents, who found fame in the Golden Age of Hollywood, decades before their children's rise to stardom. Here's a look at some of these talented offspring and their legendary parents.
Tatum O'Neal
Tatum O'Neal, the daughter of Ryan O'Neal and Joanna Moore, was a child star in the 1970s, appearing in films like Paper Moon, The Bad News Bears, and International Velvet. Her career continued into the 1980s with her standout role in Little Darlings. Tatum's parents were both established actors, with Ryan O'Neal starring in Love Story and Joanna Moore appearing in various films in the 1960s.
Sean Astin
Sean Astin, best known for his role as Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings, found fame in the 1980s as Mikey in the kids' adventure classic The Goonies. His parents, Patty Duke and John Astin, were also talented actors. Patty Duke starred in The Patty Duke Show and Valley of the Dolls, while John Astin portrayed Gomez Addams in the popular 1960s sitcom The Addams Family. Sean Astin's talent clearly runs in the family.
Miguel Ferrer
Miguel Ferrer, a regular on NCIS: Los Angeles and Twin Peaks, found fame in the 1980s as Bob Morton in the sci-fi action hit RoboCop. His parents, Rosemary Clooney and José Ferrer, were both substantial stars in their time. Rosemary Clooney starred in White Christmas, and José Ferrer found fame as Cyrano de Bergerac in the 1950 film adaptation of the play. Miguel Ferrer's talent is undoubtedly a result of his legendary lineage.
Sam Robards
Sam Robards, who starred in the 1985 comedy drama Fandango, had parents who were established leading actors. His mother, Lauren Bacall, was a star in films like To Have and Have Not and The Big Sleep, while his father, Jason Robards, was a rugged leading man in films such as Once Upon a Time in the West. Sam Robards' talent is no doubt a result of his parents' success.
Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore, a regular in rom-coms like The Wedding Singer, Never Been Kissed, and 50 First Dates, found fame as a child star in the 1980s with her role in E.T. Her parents, Jaid Barrymore and John Drew Barrymore, were both actors. Jaid Barrymore appeared in films like Doppelganger and Guncrazy in the 1980s and 1990s, while John Drew Barrymore was a star in the 1950s, appearing in films like High Lonesome and The Big Night. Drew Barrymore's talent is clearly a family affair.
Emilio Estevez
Emilio Estevez, a member of the Brat Pack, has famous parents who were also actors. His father, Martin Sheen, starred in films like Apocalypse Now and the TV series The West Wing and Grace and Frankie. Emilio's mother, Janet, has had a couple of acting roles and has also worked as an executive producer, joining her husband and son on the set of The Way. Emilio Estevez's talent is undoubtedly a result of his parents' success.
