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Jaid Barrymore and Drew Barrymore.Photo:Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection/Getty
Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection/Getty
Drew Barrymoreand her mother,Jaid Barrymore, have had a complicated relationship over the years.
Severing ties with her mother at such a young age was “the worst pain I’ve ever known,” Drew later revealed onThe Howard Stern Showin 2021. Their relationship remained difficult well into Drew’s adult life — even as she became a mother herself. (The actress shares daughters Olive and Frankie with ex-husbandWill Kopelman.
Mar. 15, 2025
At only 17,Zaya Wadehas already made a huge impression on the world. The model and influencer came out as transgender in 2020, and, along with dadDwyane Wadeand stepmomGabrielle Union— has been an impactful voice about queer rights.
Zaya has the full support of her NBA star father and actress stepmother. “She’s the strong one in this family. She’s a hero,” Dwyane said in June 2021. “It’s our family’s job to make sure that we listen to her.
Mar. 15, 2025
Dwyane Wade and Tragil Wade attend the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation Gala on May 16, 2015.Photo:Timothy Hiatt/Getty
Timothy Hiatt/Getty
Dwyane Wadeand his sister, Tragil Wade, have been each other’s rocks.
The retired NBA star credits his sibling for being a strong support system during their difficult upbringing. Through his hard work and his sister’s perseverance, Dwyane went on to accomplish many milestones.
He led Marquette University to a surprise appearance in the Final Four of the National Collegiate Athletic Association men’s basketball tournament, won three NBA championships and an Olympic gold medal.
Mar. 15, 2025
Ed Sheeran and his mom Imogen Sheeran. ; Ed Sheeran and John Sheeran attend the UEFA Champions League group A match between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City on September 28, 2021 in Paris, France.Photo:Ed Sheeran Instagram ; John Berry/Getty
Ed Sheeran Instagram ; John Berry/Getty
During a 2015 interview withThe Mirror, Ed shared that he loves giving back to his parents. The musician explained, “Being able to really pay my parents — not just financially — but being able to give them the things they wouldn’t ever have dream of … Seeing them going off doing their thing is probably the best thing that’s come out of my career.
Mar. 15, 2025
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Wolfgang Van Halenis the only son ofVan HalenfrontmanEddie Van Halenand Golden Globe- winning actressValerie Bertinelli.
“He was the best father I could ask for,” the devoted son wrote on Twitter to announce his father’s death. “Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift. My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever recover from this loss.”
Wolfgang has followed in his father’s footsteps and is an accomplished musician.