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Celebrity Dads and their protégés

Proving the old adage ‘like father, like son’ these celebrity dads all have one thing in common: protégés who are following closely in their footsteps.

Proving the old adage ‘like father, like son’ these celebrity dads all have one thing in common: protégés who are following closely in their footsteps.

It’s that time of year when we celebrate all the doting dads out there who look out for their kids all year round.

Hollywood Dads are no different. These celebrity dads all have one thing in common: protégés who are following closely in their footsteps.

David Beckham and his three sons Brooklyn, Cruz and Romeo pose for a family photo together at the World Cup final.

Hugh Jackman and his son Oscar spotted out in New York.

Comedian Ben Stiller was following in father Jerry Stiller’s footsteps when he went into show business.

Flynn Bloom already has an impressive head of hair just like his dad Orlando.

Prince Vincent is set to follow in his father Prince Frederik’s footsteps, both as part of the Danish royal lineage AND with his Scandinavian good looks.

Robert Downey Jr. takes after his Dad Robert Downey Sr. in more than just name – he also followed in his actor father’s footsteps and as a result last year topped the Forbes rich list for the highest paid man in Hollywood.

Jaden Smith is following in his multi-talented dad Will Smith’s footsteps by carving out a showbusiness career for himself.

Prince William and Harry are of course in line for the throne after their father Prince Charles.

Prince George [is Prince William’s “little rascal”](http://www.womansday.com.au/celebrity/royals/2013/8/prince-george-is-williams-little-rascal/) and is taking after his dad not just in his royal lineage but also in his uncanny resemblance to his dad when he was still a lad. [Click here to visit the gallery and see all their similarities.](http://www.womansday.com.au/celebrity/photo-galleries/2014/7/by-george-hes-a-mini-wills!/)

Prince George is Prince William’s “little rascal” and is taking after his dad not just in his royal lineage but also in his uncanny resemblance to his dad when he was still a lad. Click here to visit the gallery and see all their similarities.

George Clooney’s father Nick Clooney not only paved the way for George in charming behaviour and dashing good looks, he was also a journalist and news anchor in the 60s and 70s who no doubt inspired George’s involvement in news related films such as 2005’s Oscar nominated *Good Night, and Good Luck* and the upcoming *Hack Attack*, which will explored the *News of the World* phone hacking scandal.

George Clooney’s father Nick Clooney not only paved the way for George in charming behaviour and dashing good looks, he was also a journalist and news anchor in the 60s and 70s who no doubt inspired George’s involvement in news related films such as 2005’s Oscar nominated Good Night, and Good Luck and the upcoming Hack Attack, which will explored the News of the World phone hacking scandal.

Singer Robin Thicke followed his actor Dad Alan Thicke’s path into showbusiness.

Charlie Sheen and Martin Sheen – father and son who are both famous for their playboy reputations as much as their acting careers.

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