Nepo Siblings: Who Is Making It on Their Own in Culture and Entertainment

A new wave of nepo siblings is drawing attention in culture and entertainment, as brothers and sisters of famous athletes, actors and musicians carve out careers that stand apart from their relatives’ glories. Industry insiders describe the trend as a growing phenomenon in which some younger relatives break through in their own right, while others remain tethered to the name they share. A ranking emerges of who is truly on the A-list and who still operates largely in the shadow of a sibling’s fame.

Tommy Fury, Tyson Fury’s younger brother, stands at the top of the publicized list. The 26-year-old first rose to prominence during Love Island in 2019, where his relationship with influencer Molly-Mae Hague made him a breakout star of that season. Since then, he has pursued boxing with modest success while cultivating a parallel career in social media endorsements. He has lined up campaigns with Diesel, Marks & Spencer, and Richard Mille, among others, and his profile has been boosted by Molly-Mae’s own massive following. The couple, who share a two-year-old daughter named Bambi, became engaged in July 2023, fueling speculation about potential magazine and TV deals should they monetize coverage of their wedding or related projects. Despite his post-Showbiz visibility, some observers note that Tommy’s wealth and fame lag behind Tyson Fury’s, illustrating the gap that can persist even for siblings who clearly benefit from a high-profile lineage.

Gemma Styles, older sister of global pop icon Harry Styles, has built a distinct public persona that does not rely on her brother’s stardom. Rather than pursuing reality TV stardom, Gemma has become a mental health advocate and influencer in her own right. She runs a popular podcast, Good Influence, and, with a teaching background and a degree in medical genetics, has cultivated a following of about ten million on Instagram. Her work includes a best-selling book on mental health and a Vogue collaboration with Harry that highlighted her own stylish, activist image. That autonomy from her brother’s fame positions her firmly in the A-list column for many observers.

Sam Thompson, younger brother of Louise Thompson, is another clear case of an independent arc. Thompson’s trajectory evolved from reality TV stardom on Made in Chelsea to a broader media presence, including hosting roles and a successful stage-backed iteration of his Staying Relevant podcast with Pete Wicks. His public profile expanded further after winning I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! in 2023, and he now_counts several million followers on social media. Industry insiders describe him as