Top 10 Celebrities More Successful Than Their Parents

Top 10 Celebrities More Successful Than Their Parents

5. Jeff Buckley


Parent: Tim Buckley

Tim Buckley, widely considered one of the greatest vocalists of the ’60s. Tim released his first album when he was 19 and his last when he was 27; he died of a heroin overdose at 28.

Jeff only met his father once, when he was eight. Sadly, like his dad, Jeff died prematurely — he was only 30 when he drowned in the Mississippi River.

Although Jeff’s career was cut short, he achieved so much success posthumously. No one can deny the impact he made on music.



4. Norah Jones

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Parent: Ravi Shankar

Shankar, the world-renowned sitar player and singer who is often credited with making classical Indian music cool.

Norah, on the other hand, made young people from all over the world embrace jazz all over the world. She has several Grammy awards and multi platinum albums.



3. Jennifer Aniston


Parent:John Aniston

Do I need to explain?



2. Miley Cyrus tie with Gwyneth Paltrow


Parent:Billy Ray Cyrus

She’s THE Hannah Montana. Ok, us adults might not understand that but for the pre-teen market. She’s like The Beatles and now she’s breaking away from her teeny bopper image. Honestly, she’s surprisingly good.



Parent:Blythe Danner

She has an Oscar Award. She is also one of the most bankable actress of this generation. She is married to one hell of a songwriter.



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