17 Famous Mother-Daughter Duos That Everybody Should Know About
Do any of these pairs surprise you?
The connection between a mamma and her daughter is one that can't be matched. That's not to say that we don't love a good mother-son moment, but there's just something so special about a mother-daughter duo. In fact, there's an entire list of mother-daughter songs and heartfelt quotes that show this statement to be true. But if you need any further proof, just look at this list of famous mother-daughter duos! With Mother's Day approaching, scrolling through this list can be a fun activity to celebrate the holiday.
Of course, Ree Drummond understands both sides of the mother-daughter relationship, because she has a loving mom and two girls of her own, Alex and Paige—but she's not the only one. So many beloved celebrities are mothers, daughters, or both. With iconic pairs like Diana Ross and Tracee Ellis Ross as well as Reese Witherspoon and Ava Phillippe, reading through the famous mothers and daughters on this list will inspire you to celebrate your own mom—especially this Mother's Day. (Plus, it's always exciting to see which celebrities are related that you had know idea about!)
Looking for more ways to celebrate? Check out our list of the best Mother's Day movies.
Kelly Ripa and Lola Consuelos
Kelly Ripa is known for her infectious television personality, while her daughter Lola is an aspiring musician and popular social media influencer. The two regularly attend red carpet events together, both doing so in absolute style.
Mel B and Phoenix Brown
Having one of the Spice Girls as your mom is a win in itself. While Mel B's daughter, Phoenix, hasn't dabbled in the music industry herself, she has taken up modeling and built up a successful social media presence.
Blythe Danner and Gwyneth Paltrow
Sometimes, the love for rom-coms and emotional movies just runs in the family. Other times, being the star of said movies is in the bloodline, too. Blythe Danner and Gwyneth Paltrow were once the face of many popular films at different points in time—and it's the coolest thing ever.
Robin Wright and Dylan Penn
Robin Wright has one of those TV faces that you'll most certainly recognize—and her daughter Dylan is on track to follow in her mom's footsteps. The House of Cards actress is raising a mini-her, as Dylan's most recent works are the movies Flag Day and Signs of Love.
Lea Thompson and Zoey Deutch
Mothers and daughters who get to work in the same field have it so great. Such is the case with actress Lea Thompson and her daughter Zoey Deutch. Leah's most recent works is in the TV series Invincible while Zoey's most notable works are the movies Set It Up and Before I Fall.
Andrea Swift and Taylor Swift
If you're a Swiftie, you definitely know all about Taylor's mom, Andrea. But if you're not, just know that the two are adorably close! Andrea basically attends every award show, concert, and special occasion her Taylor has. Taylor even wrote a song about her, "Soon You'll Get Better" which will definitely pull at your heartstrings.
Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerber
Having longtime supermodel Cindy Crawford as your mother means you have a lot to look up to! And daughter Kaia Gerber has definitely followed in her mama's footsteps, gracing the runway for the first time in 2017—proving the family genes still got it! The two often take pics together and it's so sweet.
Beyoncé and Blue Ivy
Queen B had her first daughter, Blue Ivy, in 2012. As Blue has gotten older, she's occasionally joined her mother on stage when she's on tour, which is pretty darn neat. (Side note: Imagine getting to tell your friends that your mother is Beyoncé!)
Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli
Talk about a duo! This list wouldn't be the complete without these musical geniuses and Hollywood legends! Liza Minnelli and Judy Garland are household names, having graced both the big-and-small-screen many times.
Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson
Goldie Hawn has a special relationship with her only daughter, Kate Hudson. "As we grow older together, I can’t express the amount of love, joy, laughter, sadness we share," Goldie told People. "She understands me, I understand her. We’re girls. We share everything." Does it get any cuter than that?!
Lisa Bonet and Zoë Kravitz
Lisa Bonet rose to fame during her teens when she played Denise Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Now, more than 20 years later, her lookalike daughter Zoë is a TV and movie star herself. These two have a tight-knit bond and often make red carpet appearances together—usually looking more like sisters!
Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher
One of Hollywood's most iconic mother-daughter pairs will always hold a special place in our hearts. Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher both had successful careers in the movie industry for decades, from Debbie's breakout role in Singin' in the Rain to Carrie's long-standing part in the Star Wars franchise.
In 2016, the beloved duo passed away just one day apart—and Todd Fisher said it was because Debbie "left to be with Carrie."
Gerre and Ree
Ever wonder where Ree learned the skills that made her into The Pioneer Woman we know today? Look no further than her mother, Gerre!
"I think my cooking POV comes from my mom, who is an elegant from-scratch cook," Ree once said about her mother. It's always fun to see Gerre make an appearance on Ree's social!
Whoopi Goldberg and Alex Martin
Whoopi had her only daughter when she was 18 years old, and they have been through so much together. The movie star and TV host often refers to Alex as her "best friend," and they reportedly talk every day. Now, Whoopi's daughter is a mother herself—and it's only brought the two closer.
Reese Witherspoon and Ava Phillippe
Believe it or not, that's not Reese Witherspoon's sister. The actress and mother of three has only one daughter, and the two women look nearly identical! Reese and Ava often get a kick out of posting photos together where they're totally twinning, despite their 24-year age gap.
Diana Ross and Tracee Ellis Ross
Music legend Diana Ross is well known for the chart-topping hits that brought her to superstardom—but did you know she's also a loving mother? Diana has five kids, though her daughter Tracee has most closely followed in Diana's footsteps. The actress, singer, and TV host has taken after her mom and made a (huge!) name for herself in the entertainment industry over the years.
Giada De Laurentiis and Jade De Laurentiis-Thompson
Ree's fellow Food Network star Giada De Laurentiis proudly declares her three big roles in life as "chef, author, mother." The celebrity chef has one daughter, Jade, who was actually named after her. (Giada means Jade in Italian!) Giada is constantly sharing photos of her adventures with her little girl on Instagram, usually with the hashtag "#MommyMoments." Aw!
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