Hollywood Family Ties: 36 Celebs You Forgot Were In-Laws, From Eddie Murphy To Chris Pratt on ONDA LA

Hollywood’s Unexpected Family Connections

Yo, LA fam, let’s talk about how tight-knit Hollywood really is! Beyond the red carpet glitz and SoCal summer vibes, the entertainment world is basically a giant family reunion - just with more paparazzi. We’re diving into some celeb in-law connections that’ll have you doing a double-take, from comedy legends to action heroes, all linked by marriage.

Think six degrees of separation is a thing? Nah, in Tinseltown, it’s more like one wedding RSVP away. From co-stars who turned into couples to A-list siblings tying the knot with fellow stars, these family trees are more intertwined than the 405 during rush hour. Let’s break down some of the wildest connections!

Jack Antonoff and Andie MacDowell: A Starry Match

Picture this: Jack Antonoff, the music maestro, ties the knot with The Substance star Margaret Qualley in 2023, and suddenly, he’s got Andie MacDowell as his mother-in-law. Talk about a Hollywood power family! Spotted together at the AFI Awards Luncheon in LA back in March 2022, this trio is pure goals.

Andie couldn’t be happier about the match, spilling the tea on The Drew Barrymore Show in January 2024. She gushed about how Jack and Margaret are a perfect pair, calling them fun, kind, and super well-matched. “Margaret’s brilliant and artistic, and Jack just gets her,” Andie said. “I feel so lucky she found someone who suits her vibe!”

“Margaret needed someone who could match her energy, and Jack does that - they’re a dream team!” - Andie MacDowell

Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence: Comedy Kings Turned Family

From the streets of Boomerang (1992) to the lockup in Life (1999), Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence have shared the screen with epic laughs. But who knew they’d end up as actual in-laws? When Eddie’s son Eric popped the question to Martin’s daughter Jasmin in November 2024, these two comedy giants officially became family.

The wedding plans had everyone buzzing, with Martin dishing on Sherri in January 2025 about how Eddie jokingly passed the bill to him since he’d already funded six weddings for his big brood. But plot twist - the couple ditched the big bash for a quiet church ceremony, as Eddie shared on The Jennifer Hudson Show. “We’re in-laws now, and Martin doesn’t even have to pay for a huge party!” Eddie laughed.

Stanley Tucci and John Krasinski: Holiday Bros-in-Law

Over on the East Coast, Stanley Tucci and John Krasinski are serving up family vibes stronger than a Santa Monica sunset. These two became in-laws through marriage, and they’re not shy about showing the love. Tucci even dropped a cute Polaroid of their Thanksgiving 2021 hangout on Instagram, captioning it, “HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS.”

It’s all cozy dinners and holiday cheers with these guys, proving that Hollywood connections can be as down-to-earth as a Venice Beach brunch. Their bond is a reminder that even A-listers can keep it real with family time, no matter how many blockbusters they’ve got on their resume.

Cameron Diaz and Nicole Richie: Sisters-in-Law Running the Show

Here’s a duo you might’ve missed - Cameron Diaz and Nicole Richie are sisters-in-law, and they’re bringing that fierce SoCal energy to the fam. Nicole wed Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden in 2010, and five years later, Cameron said “I do” to Joel’s twin bro and bandmate, Benji Madden. Talk about keeping it in the band!

The Madden brothers are straight-up in awe of their powerhouse wives. Benji spilled on Rob Lowe’s SiriusXM podcast Literally! in March 2025 that their ladies are forces of nature who “run the show” at home. Joel added, “Nicole’s the queen, and we’re just partners in crime - I’ve got a healthy fear of her!” Benji chimed in about Cameron, “Go against my wife? Good luck. I don’t even need to step in.”

Patrick Wilson and Scott Foley: Double the Drama, Double the Family

Patrick Wilson and Scott Foley aren’t just killing it on screen - they’re also brothers-in-law thanks to marrying sisters Dagmara and Marika Domińczyk. Patrick and Dagmara were college sweethearts who tied the knot in 2005, while Scott and Marika met through Dagmara’s matchmaking skills during a play, sealing the deal in 2007.

These four even teamed up for the 2014 flick Let’s Kill Ward’s Wife, proving their family bond translates to on-screen chemistry. It’s like a Hollywood script come to life - two talented pairs, one epic family, all with that LA premiere energy at events like The Conjuring 2 screening in 2016.

Jenny McCarthy and Mark Wahlberg: Wahlberg Family Values

Jenny McCarthy’s got a direct line to the Wahlberg clan through her marriage to Donnie Wahlberg, but don’t expect Mark Wahlberg at every family BBQ. Mark skipped Donnie and Jenny’s 2014 wedding for his daughter’s birthday, and Donnie kept it cool, telling The Howard Stern Show in 2015 that he’d missed Mark’s big day too due to work. “It ain’t personal, just life,” Donnie said.

Still, there’s no bad blood here. Donnie noted that Mark’s been nothing but gracious whenever he’s met Jenny, showing that even with packed schedules, family respect runs deep in this crew, straight outta the heart of LA’s star-studded events like the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards.

Liam Neeson, Vanessa Redgrave, and Joely Richardson: A Bond Through Tragedy

Liam Neeson’s connection to Vanessa Redgrave and Joely Richardson is one of Hollywood’s more poignant stories. Married to Vanessa’s daughter Natasha Richardson from 1994 until her heartbreaking passing in 2009, Liam leaned on the family for support while raising their two sons, who are now stepping into acting themselves.

Liam reflected on the strength of Natasha’s family in an October 2024 chat with PEOPLE, saying Vanessa and Joely were “extraordinary” in tough times. “I think Natasha would be proud of our boys following her path,” he shared, a nod to the legacy that keeps this family tied together, even across continents.

Peter Sarsgaard and Jake Gyllenhaal: On-Screen and Off-Screen Brothers

Peter Sarsgaard and Jake Gyllenhaal aren’t just co-stars - they’re brothers-in-law thanks to Peter’s 2009 marriage to Jake’s sister, Maggie Gyllenhaal. They shared the screen in 2005’s Jarhead and again in 2024’s Apple TV+ series Presumed Innocent, where their real-life bond added serious depth to their roles.

Jake raved about working with Peter on Today in June 2024, saying their history makes every scene richer. “Peter demands honesty as an actor and a brother - it’s pure joy,” he said. With Maggie’s upcoming directorial project The Bride! featuring them both, this family’s creative collab is just getting started.

Blake Lively and Bart Johnson: Gossip Meets High School Musical

Blake Lively and Bart Johnson might seem worlds apart, but they’re family through Blake’s older sister Robyn Lively, who’s been married to the High School Musical star since 1999. If you didn’t know this Gossip Girl queen was linked to a Wildcat, you better get your head in the game!

The couple’s got three kids, and the whole fam’s been spotted supporting each other at big NYC events like the opening of The Music Man in 2022. It’s a sweet reminder that even in the fast-paced Hollywood scene, family ties can stretch from the Upper East Side to the Disney Channel archives.