We’d all like it if we possibly had some celebrity DNA or found out that we were related to a well-known public figure. Most celebs already have so much of their private life publicized but sometimes, they surprise us with unknown details like their familial ties. You probably already know about a couple of famous celebrity families or their much-publicized beaus. However, there are a few famous people who are related to each other or even share a family tree with historical figures that we probably didn’t know about. We’ve come up with a list of 30 famous faces you probably didn’t realize were related.

Keep reading to find out which acting siblings are practically roommates.

Jesse Eisenberg & Hallie Eisenberg - Siblings

Hallie Eisenberg appeared in several Pepsi commercials back in the '90s and she was soon dubbed "The Pepsi kid.” It opened up the doors for her to land bigger roles in movies like The Miracle Worker and The Bicentennial Man. Hallie, however, took a breather from headlining the latest celebrity news with her acting career to focus on school as her brother Jesse Eisenberg shot to fame. Jesse has appeared in movies like The Social Network and Batman v Superman, both of which earned him Oscar nominations. Interestingly, Jesse was roomies with The Voice contestant Owen Danoff who also happened to be his sister’s boyfriend.

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Kelly Clarkson & Reba McEntire - In-Laws

Since appearing on American Idol more than a decade ago, Kelly Clarkson is now a multiple-Grammy-winning artist and undoubtedly the best-selling contestant to come out of the musical reality show. Clarkson not only shares her Grammy-winning streak with country artist Reba McEntire but the two are also related by marriage. Clarkson is married to Reba’s stepson Brandon Blackstock, making her the country music star’s daughter-in-law. The two were already big fans of each other before they became related, and in 2007, they performed a duet rendition of Clarkson’s hit song, Because of You. Reba did divorce Brandon’s father Narvel in 2015 but that hasn’t sullied her relationship with Clarkson.

What do the movies Hickok, Teen Witch, and the series Gossip Girl have in common?

Blake Lively, Robyn Lively & Jason Lively - Half-Siblings

The Gossip Girl show has given Blake Lively prominence and it turns out she’s related to a couple of familiar faces, too. Blake is half-siblings with Robyn Lively, sharing a familial tie by having the same mother. Robyn is perhaps best known for appearing in the Teen Witch movie in 1989. The two have yet another famous half-sibling - the semi-retired actor, Ronald Jason Lively. Most recently, Jason appeared in the 2017 western film, Hickok. Blake met her now-husband Ryan Reynolds in 2010 while they were filming Green Lantern. A year later, they were dating and soon a wedding followed in 2012. The couple has two daughters together.

The next famous duo appeared in the same 2003 classic film.

Hugh Grant & Thomas Brodie-Sangster - Cousins

Hugh Grant and Thomas Brodie-Sangster are not only incredibly talented actors but a DNA test would show that the acting trait runs in the family. They both also appeared in the 2003 film Love Actually, and Thomas actually took some drumming lessons for that actual movie. Hugh is most recognized for his roles in Love Actually and Doctor Who. Meanwhile, Brodie-Sangster is better known for his portrayals in the Maze Runner film series. Hugh is also a descendant of both James IV of Scotland and Henry VII through his mother’s side. That also means that Hugh must probably be related distantly to the Fiennes family as well.

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Kerry Washington & Colin Powell - Cousins

The actress who portrays the character Olivia Pope in the famous drama Scandal is actually related to the former U.S. Secretary of State. We are talking about Kerry Washington and her cousin Colin Powell. The two share their familial tie through Washington’s mom Valerie, who is of Jamaican descent. Beyond being cousins, both of them also graduated from George Washington University. Scandal did come to an end in April 2018 and we aren’t quite sure about Washington’s next big role. However, she did appear in two episodes of How To Get Away with Murder as Olivia Pope in 2018.

Find out which siblings managed to keep their familial ties on the down low.

Jonah Hill & Beanie Feldstein - Siblings

Usually, it’s famous significant others who manage to keep their relationship under wraps, but siblings Jonah Hill and Beanie Feldstein have managed the same. The cat came out of the bag when Feldstein arrived with her mom, Shay, at the 2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards. It was just a month after her brother Jordan had sadly passed on from a heart attack. Beanie had attended the SAG along with the Lady Bird cast who had been nominated for the Best Cast in a Motion Picture Award. Her brother Johan isn’t a stranger to accolades as well and he boasts of two Oscar nominations for The Wolf of Wall Street and Moneyball.

Find out which Hollywood father didn't have a problem letting a little nepotism help her daughter get a start in the business.

Ron Howard & Bryce Dallas Howard - Father & Daughter

Ron Howard's eldest daughter is none other than Bryce Dallas Howard whom we all know for her role on Jurassic World. Ron raised all his children away from show business where he did not allow them access to TV, encouraging them to have hobbies and outdoor activities instead. Having a famous father allowed Bryce to get a start in showbiz at just seven when she was given permission to be an extra in one of Ron’s movies. The two have an incredible father-daughter relationship, confirmed when Bryce gave her dad an award at the DGA honors. Ron has three other children - twin daughters Paige and Carlyle Howard and a son, Reed Howard.

The next celeb can boast of having two well-known dads.

Jason Momoa & Zoë Kravitz -  Stepfather & Stepdaughter

In October 2017, Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonnet walked down the aisle in a quiet ceremony after being together for 12 years. That officially made Momoa Lisa Kravitz’s stepdad. The family hasn’t shied away from the camera and they’ve been sharing sweet Instagram photos since then. Momoa and Bonet have kids named Lola Iolani Momoa and Nakoa Wolf Manakaupo. While most ladies might have swooned over Momoa as the Khal Drogo character he portrayed on Game of Thrones, he upped the ante as Arthur Curry in the 2018 Aquaman film. In 2019, Momoa is set to voice Arthur Curry on Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.

The next duo started out as teen stars.

Kyle Massey & Chris Massey - Brothers

Chris Massey portrayed the Michael Barret character in the popular Nickelodeon teen show Zoey 101. His brother Kyle Massey appeared on That’s So Raven and Chris himself also had cameos on the same show. Kyle boasts of having 25 credits under his lengthy acting portfolio and Chris is hot in his tail with twelve. The brothers guest-starred on Family Feud in 2017 alongside the rest of their kin and they ended up winning $25K. They donated the winnings to the Starkey Hearing Foundation which is an organization that distributes hearing aids throughout the world.

Find out which three kids have the coolest aunt ever.

Blake Lively & Bart Johnson - In-Laws

We all have to agree that besides celebrity doppelgängers, we simply can’t get enough of celeb family ties. Blake Lively features again because of her ties with High School Musical’s Coach Bolton. Bart Johnson, the actor who portrayed that role, is married to Robyn Lively. Johnson and Blake’s older sister Robyn have three kids together. That makes Bart Blake’s brother-in-law and to his children, she’s the coolest aunt ever. Robyn and Blake seem to be the best of friends beyond just being sisters as chronicled by their sightings at numerous functions together.

Find out which famous family boasts of several Oscar nominations.

Jamie Lee Curtis, Janet Leigh & Tony Curtis - Family

Jamie Lee Curtis boasts of making it big in Hollywood on her own accord. She had exemplary performances in horror films like the 1978 Halloween movie and its 2018 reboot as well as the 1998 sequel Halloween H20: 20 Years Later. However, it doesn’t hurt that she is the daughter of Oscar-nominated parents. Her father, Tony Curtis, was best known for his role on Some Like it Hot and her mother Janet Leigh starred in Psycho. Jamie also appeared in the Fox comedy-horror series, Scream Queens. In 2019, Jamie is set to appear in the American mystery movie, Knives Out.

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Whitney Houston & Dionne Warwick - Cousins

In the history of famous gospel singers in America, there has never been a more famous family relation than that of Houston and Warwick. Whitney Houston and Dionne Warwick, multiple Grammy Award winners, are both members of the Drinkard family. The two were pretty close and Dionne once said that Whitney was the little girl she never had. When Whitney died of substance abuse on February 11, 2012, Dionne had revealed a month later that they had a lengthy conversation hours before Whitney’s body was found dead in a bathtub. Dionne described Whitney’s death as unexpected and surreal.

Which talk show host is related to a well-known actress/director?

Sara Gilbert & Melissa Gilbert - Sisters

Sara Rebecca Abeles, professionally known as Sara Gilbert, is a former Roseanne star and co-host of The Talk, a CBD daytime show. Melissa Ellen Gilbert is a television director and of course, an actress known to have starred in Little House on the Prairie. Sara and Melissa are half-sisters. Melissa was adopted by Sara’s biological parents Harold Abeles and Barbara. During an interview on The Talk, Melisa told Sharon Osbourne, Sara’s co-host, that she kind of knew that her sister was gay since they were teens. Sara Gilbert is currently in a relationship with Linda Perry. Sara graduated with honors from Yale University in 1997, majoring in art with an emphasis on photography.

Find out which former House of Cards actress lost her famous fashionable aunt in 2018.

Rachel Brosnahan &  Kate Spade - Niece & Aunt

Rachel Brosnahan lost her aunt Kate Spade when the latter tragically passed away on June 5, 2018, after an apparent suicide. Before her demise, Kate, who was born Katherine Noel Brosnahan, made iconic contributions to the fashion industry. Rachel, Spade’s niece, is a well-known House of Cards alum. Even though the pair did not share the same passion for fashion, Kate was a proud aunt. She told Page Six that she and her daughter were insanely proud jumping up and down when they heard the news that Rachel had won a Golden Globe for her role on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.

The next sisters share a birthday month and a history of appearing in horror/thrillers.

Taissa Farmiga & Vera Farmiga - Sisters

Taissa and Vera Farmiga are sisters who come from a large family of seven siblings. Vera is the eldest and the two have 21 years between them. They were both born in the month of August (Vera on the 6th and Taissa on the 17th). Despite the age gap, the sisters have plenty in common. Both have had roles in thriller/horror TV series. Vera starred in Bates Motel while Taissa was on American Horror Story. When they are not busy appearing in front of the cameras, Vera focuses on directing while Taissa has done voice work and she’s also appeared on off-Broadway productions.

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Bianca Lawson & Beyoncé - Stepsisters

Bianca Jasmine Lawson is a film and television actress who has starred in multiple TV shows like Pretty Little Liars, Rogue, The New Class, Saved by the Bell, Queen Sugar, and many others. She is the daughter of Richard Lawson and Denise, making her stepdaughter to Tina Knowles Lawson’s second wife. That also makes her the stepsister to Beyoncé and Solange Knowles. By extension, she is an aunt to Blue Ivy Carter who is lucky because, besides her famous mother, she also has Bianca as an aunt by extension.  Aside from TV and film, Bianca offered her voice to Star Wars: The Old Republic video game in 2011.

The next siblings are Oscar winners and one of them was also the subject of one of the award's famous flubs. 

Shirley MacLaine & Warren Beatty - Siblings

There's a slight chance that you didn't know that Shirley Maclaine and Warren Beatty were siblings. The show business legends have won Oscars and gotten tons of nominations as well. Shirley, Warren’s older sister, was in the crowd when her brother became subject of one of the most historic flubs during an Oscar event. On that day, Beatty and Faye Dunaway got an incorrect card and went on to present the wrong best picture winner onstage. MacLaine is famously credited for bringing an end to the star system of management in Hollywood as well as the breach of contract lawsuit settlement she received from Twentieth Century Fox in the '70s.

The next Fifty Shades of Grey star comes from an acting lineage. 

Dakota Johnson, Melanie Griffith, & Tippi Hedren - Granddaughter, Daughter, Mother, Grandmother

While Dakota Johnson may be known best for her role on Fifty Shades as Anastasia Steel, she is not a newbie actress or model. Actors Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson are her mom and dad. She is also Tippi Hedren’s granddaughter who is still acting to date. In 2000, Johnson, at only ten, went to the Golden Globes with her mum. Over the years, the mother and daughter continue to show each other support which goes to show that they are close and share a special bond. Just look at their pictures and events they attend together.

Marriage merged the next famous musical/acting families.

Ashlee Simpson & Diana Ross - In-Laws

The famous Simpson and Ross families merged in 2014 when Evan Ross married Ashlee Simpson in a ceremony that Diana Ross officiated. Evan Ross, following in his mom's footsteps, started his 2019 by having a gig in LA - a sold-out concert that he killed. Ashlee, Diana Ross’ daughter-in-law, and her husband chronicle their magical love story in an E! docu-series, Ashlee+Evan. This follows the couple’s lives as soul mates, artists, musicians, and as they embark on parenthood.  They all have a great relationship, seeing that Diana was present when Ashlee was giving birth to their daughter.

Find out next who has the bragging rights for being the daughter of a renowned 12-time Grammy nominee.

Tracee Ellis Ross & Diana Ross - Mother & Daughter

Tracee Ellis Ross was born into royalty as Diana Ross’ daughter. We love her work on TV series Girlfriends, and Blackish. Her birth name was Tracee Joy Silberstein which she dropped after her father dropped it. She is very close to her mother who she affirms is very supportive of everything she does. Tracee revealed that she has never cut her hair because Diana told her not to. In 2017, Ellis hosted the American Music Awards that paid tribute to her mum. She wore ten designer outfits inspired by Diana’s signature style in the '70s.

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Julia Roberts & Emma Roberts - Aunt & Niece

If you've ever wondered whether the American Horror Story and Scream Queens star Emma Roberts shared more than just a name with the famous Julia Roberts, well, they actually do. Julia is Emma’s aunt and the Pretty Woman star said that she couldn’t watch her niece’s performance on American Horror Story because the show was way too scary for her. Emma’s famous dad, Eric Roberts, is Julia’s older brother, and their sister Lisa Roberts Gillan is also an actress.  The younger Roberts is set to appear in the 2019 films Paradise Hills and UglyDolls while her aunt is still focusing on co-running her production company called Red Om Films.

The next acting family keeps taking Hollywood by storm.

Gwyneth Paltrow & Blythe Danner - Mother & Daughter

Blythe Danner, an actress known for her roles on Meet the Parents and Meet the Fockers, is Gwyneth Paltrow’s mom. She’s also director/screenwriter/actor Jake Paltrow’s mom, proving that Hollywood families can make it in the industry. The Goop business owner and actress, Gwyneth Paltrow, is also related to actress Kate Moennig. The two are cousins and besides working in the same industry, they are vastly different in terms of their lifestyles. Kate pointed this out in a 2000 interview with the Observer. The Paltrows lost their dad Bruce in 2002 to oral cancer while they were in Rome celebrating Gwyneth’s 30th birthday.

The next relatives are a comedic pair.

Jason Sudeikis & George Wendt -  Nephew & Uncle

Besides his partner Olivia Wilde, Jason Sudeikis is linked to another famous person. Jason is George Wendt’s nephew - a familial tie they share from Jason’s mother’s side. Wendt is best known for his role in the NBC sitcom Cheers while his nephew has had roles in several films like Horrible Bosses, We’re The Millers, and The Angry Birds Movie. Wendt, on the other hand, most recently lent his voice to the 2018 animated film, Fancy Nancy. Sudeikis has two children with his fiancée Olivia Wilde, and while the couple announced their engagement in January 2003, they have yet to walk down the aisle.

The next star tragically lost two family members in 2016 just one day apart.

Billie Lourd, Carrie Fisher, & Debbie Reynolds - Daughter, Mother, Granddaughter & Grandmother

It seems like a better part of the Scream Queens/America’s Horror Story cast have ties with famous people. For Billie Lourd, she can boast of being the daughter of Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynold’s granddaughter. Tragically, Lourd lost her mom Carrie Fisher in December of 2016 due to heart problems. Her late grandmother, Debbie, followed the day after on December 28, 2016. Reynolds was best known for her role on Singin’ in the Rain as Kathy and Aggie Cromwell on Halloweentown. Lourd is a part of the Star Wars sequel trilogy of films released between 2015 and 2019.

Find out which talented comedian and actress comes from a musical family.

Minnie Riperton & Maya Rudolph - Mother & Daughter

Actress and comedian Maya Rudolph is best known for the eight years she had spent as a part of the Saturday Night Live cast. She also happens to be the daughter of the late and beloved singer, Minnie Riperton. Maya lost her mother when she was seven years old. Her father is Richard Rudolph who's also a talented songwriter, producer, and musician. Maya herself dabbled in music as the keyboardist and background singer for The Rentals rock band. Maya has been dating director Paul Thomas Anderson since 2001 and they have four children together. We are still waiting to hear the ringing of wedding bells.

The next actress has a mother who was a former Playboy Playmate.

Mariska Hargitay & Jayne Mansfield - Mother & Daughter

Mariska Hargitay is best known for portraying the role of Lieutenant Olivia Benson in the NBC procedural drama, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. The role has won her multiple awards, including a Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy. She’s the daughter of the golden-age actor Jayne Mansfield who was a Hollywood feminine symbol during the '50s. Her father-actor Mickey, who was of Hungarian descent, was Mr. Universe in 1955. Mariska's half-sister Jayne Marie Mansfield’s revealing photos also famously featured in the Playboy magazine, just like her mother. Jayne Marie is also an actress and she’s featured in films like Olly Olly Oxen Free.

Next, find out about yet another famous showbiz family.

Charlie Sheen & Emilio Estevez - Brothers

The Sheens are yet another showbiz family that boasts of a long and successful career in Hollywood. Brothers Charlie Sheen and Emilio Estevez couldn’t be any different despite having Martin Sheen as their dad and both being actors. Emilio is better known for his role on Might Ducks while Charlie has had a long stint portraying Charlie Hopper on Two and a Half Men. The brothers haven’t always had the best of relationships, particularly during the time Charlie took a hiatus from Two and a Half Men and struggled with a drug abuse problem.

Emily Deschanel & Zooey Deschanel - Sisters

Their last names might instantly give it away, but these two sisters are wildly different in their own accord. Their mom and dad are Twin peaks star Mary Jo and Caleb Deschanel, who served as the cinematographer for the acclaimed film, Passion of the Christ. Emily is best known for her role in the TV show Bones while her sister Zooey starred in New Girl. Unlike her sister, Emily didn’t grow up wanting to be an actor off the bat but while attending college, she embraced the idea and joined Boston University to study theater.

Snoop Dogg, Brandy & Ray J - Cousins

It’s common knowledge that R&B singers Brandy and Ray J are siblings, and most people still bat an eyelid when they find out that rapper Snoop Dog is their cousin. The musical relatives have a combined 29 Grammy nominations amongst them, showing that the musical talent runs in their family. The three even went ahead and collaborated on the song Special while Brandy and Ray J had a 2010 MTV reality TV show dubbed A Family Business. Ray J, who is a part of the Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood cast married Princess Love in August 2016 and they had a baby girl together.

Angelina Jolie & Jon Voight - Father & Daughter

Angelina Jolie is the daughter of actor Jon Voight and between them, they have six Oscar nominations combined. The two haven’t had the best of relationships owing to Voight’s extra-marital activities and abandonment of his family. Jolie’s mother, who sadly passed on in 2007, was said to have listed in her will that Voight owed her $180k in alimony, but Voight denied the claims that he never supported his family financially. In 2012, Jolie dropped the last name Voight around the same time she also changed her son’s name to Maddox Chivan Thorton Jolie.