THE ROOSEVELTS: The younger Elliott (right), a melancholy drug addict, died of alcoholism seven years before his brother Theodore became president.Franklin D. Roosevelt Library
From Presidents to Princes, and from actors to athletes, fame often (but not always) runs in the family. Here’s a look at some of our favorite sets of celebrity brothers and sisters.
THE ROOSEVELTS: The younger Elliott (right), a melancholy drug addict, died of alcoholism seven years before his brother Theodore became president.Franklin D. Roosevelt LibraryTHE WRIGHTS: Orville and Wilbur Wright are famous for flying, but they weren't the only siblings in the family. Wilbur Wright (no mustache) is pictured here with Reuchlin Wright next to him, on the left, and Lorin Wright, seated lower left. Katharine Wright is not pictured.Library of CongressTHE GERSHWINS: Older brother Ira wrote the lyrics, while George composed the music. Together, they created more than 700 popular songs.Bettmann/CorbisTHE DIMAGGIOS: Joltin' Joe was one of nine children. His older brother Vince, left, and younger brother Dom also made it to the major leagues.Bettmann/CorbisTHE MARX BROTHERS: From left, Gummo, Zeppo, Chico, Groucho and Harpo pose for a family photo in 1957. Though he appeared in seven of the brothers' films, Zeppo abandoned performing to become an agent.APTHE KENNEDY FAMILY: The illustrious clan in their Brooklin, Mass., living room, in the 1930s. Front row from left: Joseph P Kennedy Jr (1915 - 1944), Rose Kennedy (1890 - 1995), Robert Kennedy (1925 - 1968), Edward Kennedy, Joseph P Kennedy Sr (1888 - 1969), Patricia Kennedy (1926 - 2006), Jean Kennedy; back row from left: Eunice Kennedy, John F Kennedy (1917 - 1963), Kathleen Kennedy (1920 - 1948), and Rosemary Kennedy (1918 - 2005)Bachrach—Getty ImagesTHE EVERLY BROTHERS: Though they harmonized beautifully on stage, Phil (left) and Don Everly quarreled often.Michael Ochs Archives—Getty ImagesANN LANDERS AND DEAR ABBY: Twins Ann Landers (née Esther) and Abigail Van Buren (née Pauline) were born 17 minutes apart. Both of them enjoyed successful careers as advice columnists.Declan Haun—The LIFE Images Collection/Getty ImagesTHE BUSH FAMILY: Former President George W. Bush sits at the far right. In this 1964 photo, he is joined by (from left) Marvin, George H.W. Bush, Jeb, Dorothy (on the floor), Barbara and Neil.CorbisTHE WINDSORS: Prince Philip, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles and Princess Anne at Frogmore, Windsor.Reginald Davis—Rex USATHE JACKSONS: While the Jacksons faded from view, youngest brother Michael (on yellow bike) rose to international stardom and ignominy.John Olson—The LIFE Picture Collection/Getty ImagesWARREN BEATTY AND SHIRLEY MACLAINE: In a 1996 interview, MacLaine, who is older, said that their drama teacher mother pushed them to succeed. "There's no way," she said, "Warren and I wouldn't become stars."Michael Ochs Archives–Getty ImagesTHE BEE GEES: Barry is the first born of the Gibb brothers. He was joined three years later by fraternal twins Robin and Maurice. Together, they created the monstrously successful 'Saturday Night Fever' soundtrack. A fourth brother, Andy, also enjoyed a successful career in pop.Michael Ochs Archives—Getty ImagesTHE COLLINS SISTERS: Joan, the eldest, gained fame as Alexis Carrington Colby on television's 'Dynasty.' Jackie tried and failed to start a film career, but found great success as a writer of romance novels.Ron Galella—WireImage/Getty ImagesTHE RIPKENS: In 20 years with the Baltimore Orioles, older brother Cal Jr. (left) set several all-time records and reached the baseball Hall of Fame. After a strong rookie year, younger brother Billy struggled to make it in the major leagues.Cliff Welch—APTHE BALDWINS: Alec is the oldest of this acting clan, which includes (from left, after Alec) Stephen, William and Daniel. Sisters Jane and Elizabeth stayed out of show business.The LIFE Picture Collection/Getty ImagesTHE WILLIAMS SISTERS: Of her older sister Venus, Serena (left) has said, "No one gets me more motivated than (her) because I don't want her to catch up with me."Kevin Lamarque—ReutersTHE GYLLENHAALS: Elder sister Maggie gained fame by playing the on-screen sister of her brother Jake in the cult hit 'Donnie Darko.'Franco Origlia—Getty ImagesTHE MANNINGS: A spinal condition kept oldest son Cooper (left) out of football, where Eli (center) and Peyton (next to father Archie) would starTyler Kaufman—Getty ImagesTHE PRINCES, WILLIAM AND HARRY: The elder William (R) is being groomed to become King of England. Harry, meanwhile, has made headlines for being caught with marijuana and wearing a Nazi uniform.Lewis Whyld—AP
