Celebrity Fathers & Sons Who’s Making Bank Together

Will & Jaden Smith @ ‘After Earth’ Press Conference in Japan

Fathers Day is this weekend, June 16.  Often men complain that they don’t get recognized enough, so this is one day when its truly all about them.  For those of us lucky enough to have our fathers, step-father, or some fatherly-figure in our lives, use the day to celebrate everything about them. We know, for boys,  it is difficult to handle dads at times. The tough exterior can intimidate the youngins’. But it’s those stern and authoritative characteristics that makes young boys appreciate what they bring to their upbringing.  For a son, many life lessons can be learned from their father.  Dads are supposed to be there to teach their kids how to change a flat tire, cut the grass, how to treat a woman, etc.  Also, in some cases, dads who have made successful careers for themselves, can help their sons their own careers (whether they want to follow in their footsteps or not).

In Hollywood, the father and son dynamic can be intriguing.  Although we don’t see many African-American father and son duos entering business together, in particular, there are a few that has shown us on a larger scale their love and mutual admiration.  So for Fathers Day, here are several duos (or sets) that are setting the standard in the working relationship between father and son.

Percy “Master P” Miller & son Romeo

Percy Miller came from humble beginnings only to become a rap mogul and businessman.  Mr. Miller has only one son, Romeo, who himself has entered into show businesses. Romeo runs No Limit Records Forever. He raps, acts, and was formerly an athlete just like his famous dad.

Alphonso Freeman & father Morgan Freeman

One of the most celebrated and talented African-American actors in Hollywood in Hollywood is Morgan Freeman.  He’s been in the industry for years and his son has been taking over the family legacy.  Alphonso Freeman has starred in several productions “The Bucket List”, “Southland”, and various other films.  With the guidance from his talented father, Alphonso is sure to go a long way in the movie business.

Clifford “T.I.” Harris & sons Messiah and Domani

It is evident on T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle that Clifford Harris is transforming his kids into becoming true hustlers.  From his two oldest sons Messiah (the writer) and Domani  (the rapper) to the two younger ones King (the actor) and Major (the actor), T.I. has definitely passed down his lessons from his array of life experiences to his kids.  Becoming household names themselves, doing work and making bank with their pop on television is setting them up for a great future and celebrity status.

King & Major Harris

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