This week for the These Dads Are Doing It Right series I want to highlight some fantastic dad and daughter duos in the entertainment industry. These duos look to inspire each other and maybe other dads and daughters. In addition, if there are any other dads that you think we should check out, leave their name and info in the comment section below.
Dad And Daughter Duos In Entertainment
Ron Howard & Bryce Dallas Howard
Ron Howard began his career as a child actor, famously playing Opie Taylor on The Andy Griffith Show and Richie Cunningham on Happy Days. He later transitioned to a highly successful career as an Academy Award-winning director, with many notable films. Bryce Dallas Howard is an actress and director who has built a significant career of her own. She is known for her acting roles in major films like the Jurassic World franchise and The Help. She has also moved into directing. Her directing credits include episodes of the Star Wars television series The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, as well as the documentary Dads, which featured her own father.
Quincy Jones & Rashida Jones
Quincy Jones was a legendary music producer, composer, and media mogul who was the father of actress and filmmaker Rashida Jones. Before his death, they shared a very close, loving father-daughter relationship. In addition, Rashida often calling him a “genius” and “the safest place in the world,” highlighting his unconditional love and supportive nature. They have a bond she honored in her 2018 documentary Quincy about his life. She is his daughter with actress Peggy Lipton, and they maintained a strong, proud connection throughout their lives, with Quincy supporting her career and Rashida cherishing his wisdom and presence.
Phil Collins & Lily Collins
Phil Collins and Lily Collins are a famous father-daughter duo, with Phil being the legendary musician and Lily an acclaimed actress. Their relationship has had ups and downs, marked by Phil’s divorce from Lily’s mother and his demanding career, but they now share a close, supportive bond, with Lily often praising her dad and even playing his music for her own baby. They publicly support each other, with Lily attending Genesis concerts and Phil expressing pride in her acting success.
Steven Spielberg & Sasha Spielberg
Steven Spielberg is the legendary film director, and Sasha Spielberg is his daughter, a musician and actress known as Buzzy Lee, who often appears in his films but forges her own path in music and art. Sasha, married to Harry McNally, grew up in the film world, acted in some of her dad’s movies like The Post and The Terminal, but focuses on her indie music and creative projects, including pet portraits. Steven Spielberg has supported her career, even taking proposal photos for her engagement.