25 of The Most Famous Families Around The World

25 of The Most Famous Families Around The World

*Origianally published by Charity K in September 2023 and Updated by Felix in May 2024

These families are known for having a great influence on society for years. Families like The Kardashian-Jenners and The Hadids have influenced modern culture in fashion trends as well as standards. They are often seen as the role models of many children and young adults around the world. Whether it is in technology or the fragrance business, society has praised these figures for their ability to grow different industries. 

Here are the 25 Of The Most Famous Families Around The World;

1. The Kennedys

They are an American political family that became famous for their involvement in politics and public life for over a century. Joseph P. Kennedy, the patriarch of the family, was a successful businessman and diplomat who served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 1938 to 1940. Robert F. Kennedy served as an Attorney General under JFK, Edward M. Kennedy served as a Senator from Massachusetts, Jean Kennedy Smith served as an Ambassador to Ireland, and Joseph P. Kennedy II served as a congressman from Massachusetts. 

The Kennedys are known for their wealth and political power. Almost every member of the family has influenced American history. They are known for their wealth, power, and triumph.

2. The Royal Family

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Also known as the House of Windsor is the ruling family of the United Kingdom as well as 15 other Commonwealth realms. The current head of the Royal Family is King Charles III, the son of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburg, Philip. The Royal Family is a popular topic around the world. Their lavish lifestyle, charitable work, and involvement in British politics have brought the spotlight to them.

Some of the well-known members of the family include Prince William the Duke of Cambridge, Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry the Duke of Sussex, and Meghan the Duchess of Sussex.

3. The Hermes Family

They are a French family that is involved in the luxury goods industry. Thierry Hermes was the founder of the Hermes company in 1837, since then it has been among the most prestigious brands in the world. With a net worth of over 100 billion euros, they are among the wealthiest families in France. The Hermes family is a global luxury goods empire that has made a significant contribution to French culture as well as society.

4. The Obamas

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They are an American family that rose to fame when Barack Obama became the 44th President of the United States in 2009. His wife Michelle Obama served as the First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017. They have two daughters Malia and Sasha. The Obamas have been praised for their intelligence, charisma, and commitment to public service.

Even after leaving the White House, they have written best-selling books, starred in a document series, and founded the Obama Foundation which inspires and empowers young people from around the world. The Obamas are seen as a symbol of hope and possibility.

5. The Rothschilds

They are a wealthy Jewish family that originated from Frankfurt, Germany. They are known for their involvement in finance, banking, and philanthropy. The Rothschilds have been involved in a number of important events in European history. They helped rebuild Europe after the wars and financed to establish the United States as a nation. Even though they are a controversial family, they are admired for their wealth and their success.

6. The Waltons

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They are an American family that is known for owning Walmart Inc. which is the world’s largest retailer. They are among the wealthiest families in the world with a net worth of over $238 billion. Walmart has over 10,500 stores in 24 countries around the world. The Waltons have donated billions of dollars to various cases including healthcare, environmental protection, and education.

7. The Murdochs

They are an Australian-American media family that is known for controlling the world’s largest media conglomerates. Rupert Murdoch is a self-made billionaire who built his media empire from a small Australian newspaper. Even though they are involved in numerous controversies, they are still among the most powerful families in the world.

8. The Gates

They are an American family that is famous for their involvement in the technology industry. Bill Gates is the co-founder of Microsoft while his wife Melinda Gates is the founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. With a net worth of over $130 billion, the Gates family is among the wealthiest families in the world. They have donated billions of dollars to causes such as global health, development, and education. 

9. The Beckhams

They are an English family that is known for their involvement in the entertainment and sports industries. Victoria Beckham is a fashion designer while David Beckham is a retired professional soccer player. The family’s glamorous lifestyle and successful careers have made them a powerful force in the media.

10. The Gettys

They are an American family that is known for their involvement in the oil industry. Jean-Paul Getty is an oil tycoon who later founded Getty Oil. His son, J. Paul Getty Jr. is an art collector and philanthropist. With a net worth of over $50 billion, they are considered to be the wealthiest families. The Gettys control a vast art collection as well as numerous assets.

11. The Knowles-Carters

They are an American family that is known for their involvement in the music and entertainment industries. They have been in the spotlight for over two decades through their music, fashion sense, and philanthropy. The Knowles-Carter is a symbol of Black success due to their success in different industries. Their oldest daughter Blue Ivy is also involved in the entertainment industry. The Knowles-Carters founded the Parkwood Entertainment company that supports upcoming artists.

12. The Kardashian-Jenners

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They are an American family that is known for being in the reality television and entertainment industries. Kris Jenner is a former talent manager of her daughters Kim, Khloe, Kourtney, Kendall, Kylie, and Rob. The Kardashian-Jenners have been in the spotlight for over a decade. They are known for their reality show Keeping Up with The Kardashians as well as their fashion sense and business acumen. They have a number of their own clothing lines, fragrance lines, and production companies.

13. The Hadids

They are an American family known for being involved in the modeling and entertainment industries. Yolanda Hadid is a former model who has been the role model for Gigi, Bella, and Anwar. The Hadids are famous for their modeling career, fashion sense, and glamorous lifestyles. They have their own clothing lines, fragrance lines, and production companies. The Hadids are seen as a symbol of modern celebrity and a popular target for tabloid gossip.

14. The Jolie-Pitts

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They are an American family that became famous for their involvement in the film industry. Angelina Jolie is an actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian while Brad Pitt is an actor and producer. They have six children namely Maddox, Zahara, Pax, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne. The Jolie-Pitts have been seen as a symbol of Hollywood glamour for the longest time.

15.  The Hemsworths

They are an Australian family that became famous for their involvement in the entertainment industry. Chris Hemsworth is an actor known for their role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His brother Liam Hemsworth is also an actor who is known for his roles in The Hunger Games film series. Last but not least, Luke Hemsworth is an actor who is known for his role in the television series West World. The three brothers are seen as a powerful force that is often seen as a symbol of Australian success.

16. The Rockefeller Family

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Possibly one of the most influential families in history, the Rockefeller family began with John D. Rockefeller. During his time in the nineteenth century, John founded the Standard Oil company marking the beginning of wealth generation for years. This family has had an impact in different industries including businesses, philanthropy, politics, education, and art among others. For example, John D. Rockefeller Sr was the founder of the charitable organization named Rockefeller Foundation in 1913 which became the largest charitable organization in the world. This family has also had their members in American politics with Nelson Rockefeller serving as the Vice President of America under President Gerald Ford. The family continues with the legacy and has been recognized in America with the Rockefeller Center in New York City.

17. The Bush Family

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The Bush family is undoubtedly the most famous in the history of American politics. The family stems from George H.W. Bush, who served as the forty-first president of the United States of America, followed by his son two terms later, who also served as the American president between 2001 and 2009. Apart from having a presidential position in this family, they have several members holding high-ranking positions in the government, including governors and cabinet members. However, the Bush family is not only involved in politics. They are committed to serving the members of society through their charity work. Through initiatives such as the Points of Light Foundation, and the George W. Bush Foundation, the family has immensely given back to society. They continue to be an example of a family sticking together and ruling the biggest country in the world.

18. The Mars Family

Next on the list is the Mars family, known for their unmatched success in the business industry. This family is notable for the establishment of some of the world’s biggest private companies, such as Mars Incorporated. The family is also credited with the invention of some iconic brands such as Mars, Snickers, and M&M’s. This is a family that has shown the world how businesses can be run through innovation and inventions to meet the needs of the modern-day population. They are committed to sustainability and responsible business practices that have seen them rise to the top of the business world. The Mars family is also known for its charitable work through the Mars Foundation, which supports education, healthcare, and environmental conservation.

19. Koch Family

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The Koch family is one of the names that constantly ring in people’s minds every time we talk about American politics. This family is known for their massive wealth, influence, and libertarian ideology.  They are also some of the best families in business endeavors and charitable works. Led by brothers Charles and David Koch, this family has cemented their legacy in history for their influence in shaping the policies that run the country. Their wealth comes from the Koch Industries; a company that has several conglomerates in the world with an interest in energy, chemicals, and trading, among others. Although the Koch family is often found under criticism, they have helped more people in the world through their charitable organization. Their contributions will never be forgotten.

20. The Hilton Family

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Regardless of where you are in the world, you must have been at, seen, or heard about the Hilton Hotel. This iconic hotel is credited to one of the most famous and richest families in the world, the Hilton family. This is a family that has a lot of interest in the hospitality industry, which opened their way to starting the Hilton chain of hotels in America and expanding to several countries across the world. The family stems from Conrad Hilton, the founder of the Hilton Hotels Corporation. He also founded the Conrad N Hilton Foundation which has grown to become one of the biggest charitable organizations in the world. The Hilton Hotel is known for its lavish lifestyle and high-profile connections. Their entrepreneurial vision and philanthropy have cemented their legacy as one of the most admired families in the world.

21. The Trump Family

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the Trump family begins with the unexpected rise of Donald Trump who became one of the well-known business moguls and eventually the president of America. Trump himself has a larger-than-life personality that has propelled his name to global levels. He has become a media sensation with his positive attitude toward handling issues. The rest of the family members including Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr have been actively involved in the Trump Organization and also served in the government during their father’s presidency. However, despite Trump’s notoriety, he has immensely impacted global politics with his unorthodox style and divisive policies. The trump family’s fame will not fade in the next centuries.

22. The Hadid Family

The Hadid family has risen from unknown people to a powerhouse in the fashion and modeling industry. The family’s pioneers are the sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid whose beauty, talent, and dedication to the industry have propelled them to the highest levels in the modeling and fashion industry. These two have been featured in the world’s most popular magazines and walked the runway in style. Besides modeling, the Hadis family is also known to be involved in business as their father, Mohamed Hadid is a renowned real estate mogul. The family is also known for their activism and advocacy for environmental conservation.

23. The Cyruses

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The entertainment industry has the Cyrus family to thank for their immense contribution to their talent. Beginning with Miley Cyrus, a member of the family who rose to fame at a young age with her role in the Disney Channel’s Hanna Montana. Miley also rose to fame through music with her melodious voice and ability to blend pop and rock music. Her father, Billy Ray Cyrus is also a famous singer who has achieved immense success in the country music category. Noah Cyrus and Brandi Cyrus have also emerged as musicians with a promising future further propelling their family name to global levels.

24. The Russels-Hawns

The Russels/Hawns family has made an immense contribution to the film industry through talent and production that earned them global fame. At the heart of the family are the Holywood’s power couple Kurt Russel and Goldie Hawn. Kurt Russel’s illustrious career in the film industry is remarkable. He has appeared in some of the best films ever produced including action films like Escape from New York, and science fiction among others. Goldie has also been a force to be reckoned with since her debut in the 1960s. the family also has Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson who have also become talented movie stars in Hollywood. This family continues to impact the film industry.

25. The Smiths

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Possibly one of the most famous black families in the world is the Smith family. This is a family that took the entertainment industry by storm. At the top is Will Smith, who is the head of the family, actor, singer, and father. His quick rise to fame came in films like Independence Day and Men in Black. He became fans’ favorite with his charisma and wit. Similarly, Jada Pinkett Smith is a singer, actress, and producer. Their children Jaden and Willow Smith have also gained global fame in the music industry after their rise in the industry at young ages. The family is also involved in philanthropic works, making them one of the most famous families in the world.

Even though fame, riches, and power come and go, the legacies left behind by these famous families will live for centuries. The families I have highlighted above are a testament to family and generational determination that have made them stand out as the most famous families on the planet. These men and women have joined hands and believed that blood is thicker than water to rise to the peak of society. They have reminded me to value my family and strive to make each member of the family better because, when I need help, I will run to my family

All in all, these families have influenced society in one way or another. Not only are they famous for their involvement in a number of industries, they are also seen as role models for young people. These families have been praised for years for their ability to change or evolve society whether it’s in the entertainment industry or economically.