60 Celebrity Kids Who Graduated in 2025 — and All Their Proud (and Emotional) Parents

Heidi Klum and Seal’s Son Johan Samuels

“Cheering you on today and every day ❤️ CONGRATULATIONS JOHAN 🎓🥳🙏❤️ my heart is full of joy and pride ❤️❤️❤️❤️,” Klum captioned a since-deleted carousel of photos and videos of her 18-year-old son at his high school graduation.

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beats’ Son Egypt

It was a busy spring at the Dean household; following son Kasseem’s college graduation, son Egypt finished eighth grade.

On an Instagram post honoring all the excitement, Alicia Keys wrote, “Congratulations to our beloved @egypt_basketball_ and @yayachronicles on your promotion, graduation and the endless possibilities in your future!!

You are magnificent super magical beings!!! ✨✨✨ There’s nothing you can’t do! May you continue to be blessed and share your light with the world!! It’s just the beginning!! You are loved!!”

Julie Bowen’s Son Oliver

Julie Bowen and her ex-husband Scott Phillips joined forces to see Oliver off (cigar and all) to the next phase of his life, following his high school graduation.

Eddie Cibrian and Leann Rimes’ and Brandi Glanville’s Son Jake

Another blended family reuniting to celebrate their kiddo: Brandi Glanville and ex Eddie Cibrian and his wife Leann Rimes, who all got together to toast Jake’s high school graduation. And all shared photos from the day with plenty of love for the graduate.

“And the Class of 2025 is off and running! Congrats my boy @jakecibrian 🎓💙,” Cibrian’s caption read.

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union’s Daughter Zaya

Dwyane Wade was one proud pops at daughter Zaya’s graduation from high school, where she won the Head of School Award. Zaya (whom Dwyane shares, along with brother Zaire, with his ex-wife Siohvaughn Funches) wore a black and white dress under her navy graduation robes.

‘Weird Al’ Yankovic’s Daughter Nina

‘Weird Al’ Yankovic had jokes even on the emotional occasion of daughter Nina’s graduation from Williams College.

“My daughter Nina graduated from college today. Sorry, this is the most recent picture I could find of her,” Yankovic captioned the photo of himself with his only child, shared with wife Suzanne.

Tracy Jordan’s Son Tracy James

The University of New Haven posted several snapshots and a sweet video of the 30 Rock star on campus to congratulate his son Tracy James on his graduation day.

Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Dempsey’s Sons Darby and Sullivan

Patrick Dempsey and his wife, makeup artist Jillian Dempsey, suited up to support their twin sons as they concluded their high school careers.

“Graduation!!” Patrick wrote in the caption. “So proud of you boys and cannot wait to see where the next chapter of your lives will take you!” His wife Jilian, 59, added in the comment section, “🙌 🙌.”

Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker’s Son Nico

In a Father’s Day tribute post, son Nicolas shared a great shot of himself in a cap and gown alongside his lilac suit-clad dad Boris Kodjoe, who shares Nico and his sister Sophie with wife Nicole Ari Parker.

Guerdy Abraira’s Son Miles

Guerdy Abraira wrote that she was thrilled to see son Miles’ high school graduation after facing a cancer diagnosis in the past few years.

“I thank god was able to fight to see this day my son,” said Abraira, who shares Miles with husband Russell. “You are sweet, thoughtful, and the biggest quiet storm I’ve seen. You stay quiet and let the report card speak for itself.”

Cary Elwes’ Daughter Dominique

Cary Elwes lauded his daughter for her grace and strength throughout the year, despite the family losing their home in the Palisades fires.

“You have faced more than most at your age and still managed to grow, thrive, and shine,” he said of his high school graduate. “We are so proud of you, Dominique. Watching you graduate fills our hearts with joy.”

Kevin Costner’s Son Cayden

Though Kevin Costner kept a wide berth from his estranged ex (and Cayden’s mom) Christine, he was all smiles in photos with the graduate.

Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey’s Son Camden

Nick and Vanessa Lachey’s eldest son Camden is off to middle school, and to celebrate, he wore a stack of lei sent to him by his “Hawai’i aunties.”

Jenna Lyons’ Son Beckett

The Real Housewives of New York star and designer looked extremely chic at the high school graduation of her son Beckett (shared with ex Vincent Mazeau). “Cum laude and no tattoos – so proud of you !!!!” she wrote on a photo of a banner plane towing the message “Congrats class of 25! Eat your protein, love Mom.”

Buddy Valastro’s Son Marco

Buddy Valastro has three out of four kids out of the nest now that his son Marco is off to Syracuse alongside big brother Buddy Jr.

“Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it. Go show them what you’re made of, we love you,” he wrote.

Nikka Costa’s Daughter Sugar

“So so proud of our baby girl Sugar! Congratulations my love! You did that thing!!!! High school is a rollercoaster no doubt but you rode it with grit, perseverance, wisdom and humor!!!” singer Nikka Costa raved of her daughter with husband Justin Stanley. “Can’t wait to see the light you unload onto this world! It ain’t ready!!!!!”

Tarek El Moussa and Christina Haack’s Daughter Taylor

The whole family (including Tarek El Moussa, wife Heather El Moussa and ex Christina Haack) got together to toast daughter Taylor’s middle school graduation.

Leslie Grossman’s Daughter Goldie

We bet she was Popular! Leslie Grossman’s only daughter Goldie — a “smart funny fierce resilient beautiful inside and out absolute superstar” per mom — took several fun pics upon her high school graduation.

Kevin Nealon and Susan Yeagley’s Son Gable

Could Kevin Nealon and Susan Yeagley’s son Gable be following their footsteps into the spotlight? He looked very confident as his high school’s graduation speaker and is heading to USC, his proud dad wrote.

Jazz Jennings

The I Am Jazz star and transgender activist walked across the stage at Harvard’s commencement, despite having another semester to go.

“Although I don’t officially graduate until the fall, I wanted to participate in the Spring commencement so I could walk beside my friends and take part in Harvard’s special traditional graduation ceremony,” she wrote. “I am deeply grateful to my family, friends, mentors, and everyone who believed in me, supported me, and encouraged me to keep going—especially during the most challenging moments.”

Linda Evangelista and François-Henri Pinault’s son Augustin

Linda Evangelista gave a rare glimpse into her life as a mother when she posted a celebratory carousel of photos from her son Augustin’s high school graduation in New Jersey writing, “I’m one proud momma. Blessed blessed blessed…”

The supermodel shares the 18-year-old with François-Henri Pinault, who has been married to Salma Hayek since 2009.

In her own Instagram post, Hayek gushed over her stepson, writing, “Augie!!! We are so PROUD 🥹 of you congratulations for becoming the extraordinary young man that you are and managing to still be our lovely boy and congratulations to Linda, Francois and all the parents who got our babies up to this point.”

Amanda Kloots’ Son Elvis

The TV personality shared photos from son Elvis’ kindergarten graduation with the detail that he was wearing a shirt that had once been part of his late dad Nick Cordero’s Rock of Ages costume.

“People often ask how I keep Nick’s memory alive and share him with Elvis. This is how—I make sure that Elvis always knows his dad is always a part of his life and that he’s always there,” she said.

Tobey Maguire and Jennifer Meyer’s daughter Ruby

Tobey Maguire reunited with his ex-wife Jennifer Meyer to celebrate their daughter Ruby’s graduation from high school.

“Congratulations Ruby!!!!! ♥️ Graduate of our dreams. We are so proud of you in every way. We love love love love love you baby 🥰♥️” Meyer wrote alongside a carousel of photos that included this sweet shot of the trio.

Gretchen Rossi & Slade Smiley’s Daughter Skyler

 “We are so proud of our girl! She lead the whole Graduation ceremony with a prayer!” the Real Housewives of Orange County star wrote of her five-year-old daughter Skyler, who joined her classmates in caps and gowns for the event.

Alex Guarnaschelli’s Daughter Ava

“It’s been a very short but also long four years and I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way,” wrote chef Alex Guarnaschelli’s Barnard-bound daughter Ava (whom she shares with ex Brandon Clark) in her own graduation post.

For her part, Mom wrote, “That’s a wrap on high school. Couldn’t be prouder of you. You’re unbelievable. Time to fly the coop, kid. Don’t mind me here in the bushes with the binoculars…”

Rupert Murdoch and Wendi Deng’s Daughter Grace

It was a busy spring for Grace, who went from the Met Gala steps to her Yale graduation within weeks.

Shaun Cassidy’s Son Roan

Shaun Cassidy joked of his son’s graduation portrait, “Kind, thoughtful, sensitive, diligent, smart, and funny as hell. It’s a shame he’s so ugly.” He shares Roan with wife Tracey.

Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli’s daughter Fiona

Proud mom Jennie Garth shared a few moments from her day celebrating her daughter Fiona’s high school graduation including a clip of the graduate’s loved ones popping confetti when her name was called.

“She did it!! My baby girl graduated high school! 🎓💖I am so beyond proud of her!! My heart is filled with so much excitement to see her fly! I love you so much @fionaeveee 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕She chose herself!! #ProudMom #ClassOf2025 #GraduationDay,” Garth, who shares Fiona as well as children Luca and Lola with ex-husband Peter Facinelli.

Penn and Kim Holderness’ daughter Lola

Amazing Race winners Penn and Kim Holderness celebrated a family milestone in May when their daughter Lola graduated from high school.

In addition to their eldest daughter’s big day, the proud parents shared on their popular Instagram page that their son had also received his driving permit.

Brandy and Robert “Big Bert” Smith’s daughter Sy’rai

Brandy shared that her daughter Sy’rai Smith had graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in entertainment business.

“I’m so proud of you my girl!!,” the proud mom wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of her daughter dressed in a pink graduation cap and gown. “Your journey has been amazing to watch. Your dedication and perseverance are forever inspiring. You did it!! I love you so much and all I ask is for you to keep shining and dreaming as big as you can.”

Storm Reid

Storm Reid joined the ranks of USC grads this year (including a number of other recognizable names) when she received her diploma from the university’s School of Dramatic Arts.

“Choosing USC was the best decision i could’ve made — it truly changed my life,” the actress wrote in part. “i’m forever grateful and will forever FTFO,” she wrote, nodding in part to the school’s “Fight On” fight song.

“4 years of trusting God. this right here is proof that miracles do happen. and now i ask y’all again… what do we call my success PLUS a degree?? ♥️,” the caption concluded, seemingly referencing a rude comment she received on one of her TikTok videos back in April that criticized her decision to attend college.

LeBron James and Savannah James’ son Bryce

LeBron James and Savannah James’ middle child Bryce celebrated his high school graduation with his family by his side. In a carousel posted to Instagram, Savannah shared a clip of her son tossing his cap with his classmates and posing his parents and mom and dad.

Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez’s daughter Gia

Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez officially have a high schooler on their hands after their oldest child, Gia, graduated from 8th grade. The proud dad shared a side by side of his daughter wearing her light blue graduation regalia alongside a photo of her 9 years ago on the first day of kindergarten. “In the blink of an eye…,” he wrote. “Next stop, high school!”

Sean “Diddy” Combs and Kim Porter’s daughters Jessie and D’Lila

Amid their father’s criminal trial in New York City, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ twin daughters Jessie and D’Lila Combs graduated from high school in L.A. and shared footage to Instagram of themselves walking across the stage and celebrating with family.

Amy Robach’s Daughter Ava

Amy Robach shared that her eldest daughter Ava (with ex Tim McIntosh) had graduated from NYU in an Instagram post sharing moments from their celebrations.

“Congratulations to @avamonr0e for four incredible years of hard work!!! I cannot wait to see what’s next…,” the proud mom wrote. “I’ll always be in the audience cheering you on baby 🥂”

Buddy Valastro’s daughter Sofia

Buddy Valastro shared that watching his daughter Sofia (with wife Lisa) accept her diploma recently was “one of the proudest moments of my life.”

“You did it baby!!,” the Cake Boss wrote alongside a carousel of photos. “Today my brilliant daughter Graduated from the Lerner Business & Economics program at the University of Delaware, ready to take on the world. Love you always ❤️”

Jason Priestley’s Daughter Ava

Over Memorial Day weekend Jason Priestley shared a glimpse into his family’s celebrations with a photo of his daughter Ava (with Naomi Lowde-Priestley) dressed in her gown en route to her high school graduation.

George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth’s Daughter Elliott

“Happy graduation to an incredible human being who has her father’s brain and my legs,” mom Ali Wentworth joked about her elder daughter Elliott, who graduated from Brown University over Memorial Day weekend. Dad George Stephanopoulos wrote simply, “We love you and are so proud of you, E!”

Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones’ Daughter Carys

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas’s 22-year-old daughter is officially a Brown University graduate. The proud mom shared a photo of herself and Douglas giving their daughter Carys a kiss on the cheek on the eve of her big day.

“The night before graduation!!!! We are both such proud parents right now!! It’s only just begun!!,” Zeta-Jones wrote.

Swizz Beatz’s Son Kasseem Jr.

Alicia Keys gave a glimpse into her blended family’s poolside celebrations from stepson Kasseem Jr.’s NYU graduation.

In the videos, Swizz Beatz, who shares Kasseem with ex Mashonda Tifrere and is also dad to sons Prince, Egypt and Gensis and daughter Nicole, is seen sitting by the pool “DJing from the phone” as his son’s friends hang out in the water.

“@yayachronicles gassed us up to let him have the graduation pool party 😮‍💨,” the music producer wrote in his own Instagram post. “I said yes because he’s been amazing and totally deserve it MR NYU 🙌🏽 I had the honor of playing lifeguard and the DJ from my phone 😂 ”

Steph Ruhle’s Son Harrison

MSNBC anchor Steph Ruhle and her husband Andy Hubbard celebrated their eldest son Harrison’s graduation from Salisbury School in Connecticut (the same graduation ceremony Joe Biden attended to support his grandson Robert “Hunter” Biden II).

“Celebrating Harry’s birthday & his graduation was an overwhelming gift. Watching him walk farther down his own path is bitter sweet. Knowing he is taking with him great lessons and friendships built at Salisbury fills me with hope and excitement for what comes next….” she wrote.

Elle Macpherson and Arpad Busson’s Son Cy

Elle Macpherson shared a series of snapshots from her time celebrating her son Cy’s graduation from Babson College. In the photos, the mom of two shows her son decked out in his graduation gown, posing with his brother and dad and giving his girlfriend a kiss on the cheek.

Lela Rochon and Antoine Fuqua’s Daughter Asia

Lela Rochon and Antoine Fuqua’s daughter Asia is among this year’s USC graduates — graduating cum laude from the university. In a celebratory post, Rochon shared several photos of her daughter wearing her red and yellow stole.

“We are so PROUD of you!! Graduation was Epic,” Rochon wrote. “I can’t wait for you to show the world your artistry and talent.”

Brooke Shields’ Daughter Rowan

Brooke Shields shared that her daughter Rowan is officially a college graduate! In a post to Instagram, the proud mom of two (with husband Chris Henchy) shared a glimpse into their family’s celebrations at Wake Forest University, where her younger sister Grier also attends.

“Watch out world, here she comes!! She did it!” Shields wrote alongside the photos. “So proud of you, Rowan – our college graduate 🎓👩‍🎓❤️.”

Kit Hoover’s Daughter Hayes

In a series of photos from their weekend in Madison, Wisconsin, Kit Hoover paid tribute to her youngest daughter Hayes (with ex Robert Crowley Sullivan) and her graduation.

“Congrats to The King of Madison!!!,” Hoover wrote. “You certainly left your mark Hayesie. We are so proud of you. Buckle up world…Here comes THE DUKE. We love you. ❤️❤️❤️”

Kobe and Vanessa Bryant’s Daughter Natalia

On May 16, Natalia Bryant shared that she had graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California.

In a post shared to Instagram, Kobe and Vanessa Bryant’s eldest daughter shared a photo of herself sporting a red and gold stole that read “cum laude” as well as the Greek letters of her sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma.

Vanessa shared a series of posts to her own Instagram page including one video that showed off that back of Natalia’s stole that read “Thank You Mom & Dad.”

Tony Hawk’s Stepson Calvin

Tony Hawk made a sweet tribute to his stepson Calvin in celebration of his graduation from Occidental College.

“To see Calvin reveling at his commencement today while his friends, his dad and his classmates cheered him on filled us with pride, just as it has the three previous times,” Hawk, who is dad to kids Riley, Spencer, Keegan and Kadence, wrote.

“The lessons and experience they each received helped to shape them into compassionate and motivated adults, ready to tackle the Great Unknown of real-life adulthood. And that is the best education we could hope for. Congratulations Calvin, and to all of the graduating classes of 2025.”

David Lascher’s Daughter Hannah

David Lascher shared that he and wife Jill London’s daughter Hannah has graduated from Tulane University in a series of photos posted to Instagram from their celebrations in New Orleans.

“Congratulations Hannah!!! It is a privilege & my greatest joy to be your dad and watch you shine! You worked hard, you played hard, you created beautiful friendships, you traveled, you danced, and oh boy did you eat!,” the proud dad wrote. “New Orleans is forever in your soul! I’m so excited for your next chapter! Shine on my pumpkin!!! I love you!”

Guy Fieri’s Son Hunter

Just ahead of his wedding later this year, Guy Fieri’s son Hunter graduated with his MBA from the University of Miami. In a series of photos posted by his proud dad, Hunter is seen posing with his dad and mom Lori, dressed in his graduation day regalia.

“So proud of you HUNTER,” Guy wrote on Instagram.

Heather and Terry Dubrow’s Daughter Kat

The Real Housewives of Orange County star Heather Dubrow shared the news that her daughter Kat was going to Yale University with an Instagram post. In the photos, Kat’s room is seen decked out in all things Yale along with blue streamers, Yale balloons and even blue-colored snacks like Oreos and and Cool Ranch Doritos.

“CONGRATULATIONS KATARINA!!!! We are so proud of you and excited to watch you SHINE in college !!!! WE LOVE YOU !!!!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙,” the mom of four wrote on Instagram.

Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld’s Son Julian

Following in big sister Sascha’s footsteps, Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld’s son Julian graduated from Duke University this year. In a photo shared to Instagram the family of five is seen posing in front of the iconic Duke chapel during graduation weekend with the graduate in the middle.

“Four unforgettable years filled with challenges, opportunities, and triumphs—each one shaping Julian for what comes next,” the mom of three wrote. “This chapter closes, but a new one begins as he joins the ranks of Duke alumni. We’re endlessly grateful for this extraordinary place and the incredible families of the Class of 2025. What a ride. We’ll miss you more than words can say. Keep in touch 💙”

Toni Braxton’s son Diezel

Toni Braxton shared an emotional video to Instagram in May showing her son, Diezel, as he waited to receive his diploma from Howard University. While waiting for his name to be called, Diezel, who Braxton shares with ex-husband Keri Lewis, can be seen wiping away tears while wearing his blue graduation regalia.

“I got the best Mother’s Day gift!,” Braxton wrote on Instagram. “My son is officially a HOWARD UNIVERSITY GRADUATE!! I’m so proud of you @diezel.braxton and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish! YOU DID THAT! 🧡 Proud #BoyMom”

Christa Miller and Bill Lawrence’s Son Will

Christa Miller shared a photo alongside her husband Bill Lawrence and two sons to celebrate her son Will’s graduation from NYU.

“Bursting with Pride! My Will just graduated NYU, very excited for his next adventure,” Miller wrote on Instagram. “I must say, I was a little overwhelmed, very exciting, I’m so proud of you Will.❤️”

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ Son Joaquin

For Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, seeing their youngest son, Joaquin, graduate was a roller coaster of emotions. While they were of course, thrilled about the milestone, the Live hosts admitted they were on edge until they saw him on stage.

“I will say, I don’t know. This one hit differently because it’s our last kid to graduate. So we just kept waiting for something bad to happen,” Ripa admitted on their show. 

“And we held our breath until he walked across the stage,” added Consuelos. “We didn’t believe it until we saw him walk across the stage,” agreed Ripa. 

“People were congratulating us and we were like, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah. Just don’t say anything yet because we don’t actually [know yet],’ ” Ripa explained.

“And then the program. We immediately started looking for his name. Lola’s like, ‘Why are you only looking for Joaquin’s name? That’s so self-centered.’ I was like, ‘I just want to make sure he’s graduating.’ Because he’s very cagey with the details and he didn’t want to give us our tickets. What does that mean?”

“And lo and behold, yes, he did graduate,” the proud mom concluded.