Gwyneth Paltrow Speaks Out Against The Term "Nepo Baby"

Story By Joe Frank

Image credit: getty images Oct 22 2023

Gwyneth Paltrow has spoken out against the term "nepo baby" and its implications.

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The 51-year-old actress shared her thoughts on the unfairness of judging children of famous individuals.

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Paltrow, a mother of two, mentioned her 19-year-old daughter Apple's desire for a normal life and education.

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She defended the idea that there's nothing wrong with children of celebrities choosing to pursue careers in show business.

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Paltrow drew a comparison to children who follow family traditions, like becoming doctors or lawyers, without facing criticism.

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The actress believes that growing up in a household of artists or professionals can influence a person's interests.

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She described the term "nepo baby" as "ugly" and expressed her hope that her children can freely pursue their passions.

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Paltrow also discussed her perspective on her divorce from Chris Martin and their shared commitment to protect their children.

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Open communication and avoiding hurtful behavior were highlighted as essential aspects of co-parenting by Paltrow.

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Her views are based on research into the experiences of adults who come from broken homes.

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