THE daughter of famous acting stars has walked the Paris Fashion Week runway, with her dad hitting back at claims she is a nepo-baby- but can you guess her famous parents?
Her father is a 57-year-old actor known for his roles in Scream and The Perfect Couple.
And her mother is a British-born actress known for starring in The Impossible and The Watcher.
That’s right, it’s Kai Schreiber – the daughter of Liev Schrieber and Naomi Watts.
Kai, 16, has now walked the runway during the Valentino Womenswear at Paris Fashion Week.
Looking sensational – and just like her mom while storming the catwalk – Kai rocked a snakeskin print knitted dress and pretty floral tights.
Her dress was finished off with a fluffy feathery neckline, and she rocked a pair of tinted sunglasses paired with a cream headpiece for the glam occasion.
Kai’s catwalk appearance comes after her dad Liev hit back at claims his daughter is a nepo baby.
NEPO CLAIMS SLAMMED
Liev told TMZ that it’s unfair to claim Kai’s success is a result of her famous parents.
“I don’t have many thoughts for the haters,” he said.
“What if you were a professional actor and your child decided they wanted to do something in this world?
“Do they have a choice? It doesn’t matter.
“That’s her life and she does what she wants with her life.
“I’m super proud of her and I thought she did an amazing job with the show.”
Mulholland Drive star Naomi, 56, has also gushed about how proud she is of Kai.
PROUD PARENTS
“That’s my @maisonvalentino baby! I’m squealing with pride. Ilysm @kaischreiberrr,” she penned on Instagram alongside a video clip.
What is a Nepo Baby?
A ‘nepo baby’ is a colloquial term used to describe individuals who have gained opportunities or success in their careers primarily due to familial connections or the influence of their well-known or wealthy parents, rather than solely through their own talent, skills, or efforts.
The term ‘nepo’ is short for ‘nepotism’, which refers to favouritism granted to relatives or close friends, often in a professional context.
Key Characteristics:
- Inherited advantage: Nepo babies often benefit from their family’s established reputation, wealth, or industry connections.
- Access to networks: They typically have easier access to influential networks and resources within their chosen field.
- Public perception: The term can carry a negative connotation, implying that their success is not entirely merit-based.
Industries Affected:
- Entertainment: Many actors, musicians, and other performers are often labeled as nepo babies if they have famous parents.
- Business: Individuals who inherit or are given significant roles in family-owned businesses.
- Politics: Politicians who follow in the footsteps of their parents or other relatives.
Examples:
- Children of famous actors who become actors themselves.
- Heirs to business empires who assume executive roles.
- Offspring of political figures who enter public office.
The concept of nepo babies is often debated, with some arguing that it undermines the notion of meritocracy.
Meanwhile, others believe that it is natural for families to support and help each other succeed.
Kai’s parents also commented on her post about the show.
“Be still my beating heart!! bravo darling ILSM and what a show!! @maisonvalentino,” said Naomi.
Liev then penned: “Beyond beyond Kai.”
Liev shares two children with ex Naomi, who he was in a relationship for 11 years.
As well as Kai they are also parents to son Sasha, 17.
The couple were not married, but announced their separation in September 2016 and cited a desire to prioritize their family and raise their two children amicably.
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At the time, the couple emphasized that they would remain close friends and co-parent effectively.
Liev is now loved up with Taylor Neisen, 32, and Naomi found love again with actor Billy Crudup, 56.
