Black Celebrity Siblings You Probably Didn’t Know Were Related

Hollywood may love a good solo star, but let’s be real–sometimes talent runs in the family. And these Black celeb siblings are just proof of that. Let’s take a look!

Hollywood may love a good solo star, but let’s be real–sometimes talent runs in the family. From music charts to movie screens, there are a handful of Black celebrity siblings have been giving us double (and sometimes triple) doses of star power for decades.

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Take Beyoncé and Solange for example. When they link up, that’s not just sisterhood, that’s history. And what about actors Wood and Steve Harris? They’re both powerhouses who consistently steal the screen and make us all believe in what they’re portraying. And who could forget the iconic sisters that are Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad? Not only are they both insanely talented, they’re also longstanding epitomes of grace and feminism and we love them for it.

These siblings don’t just share DNA, they share a knack for commanding attention, they cheer each other on, and occasionally collaborate–which is a win-win for us. Whether they’re dominating red carpets side by side or carving out completely different lanes, they’re proof that sibling royalty beats out sibling rivalry any day. But there may be a few that you didn’t know shared blood.

So, it’s in that vein that we thought we’d round up some most famous Black sibling duos and trios who’ve kept Hollywood in the family. Keep reading to get into the goodness!

Da Brat and LisaRaye McCoy

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 09: (L-R) LisaRaye McCoy and Da Brat attend the 2025 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for BET)

Now we’ll admit, this one still throws us for a loop some days. But rapper Da Brat and LisaRaye McCoy are in fact sisters, talk about duality!

Tasha and Sidra Smith

Tasha Smith, left; Sidra Smith. Photo: Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for MACRO; Paras Griffin/Getty Images for ESSENCE.

OK, now this one might be obvious for some people considering that Tasha and Sidra Smith are literal twins. But for the handful of folks who thought they were just one person, here’s the clarity you’ve long needed!

Rashida and Kidada Jones

387041 11: Rashida Jones, left, poses with Kidada Jones March 22, 2001 at a launch party for Sama Line 3 sunglasses in New York. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Newsmakers)

Kidada Jones wasn’t just Tupac’s girlfriend, she was also the big sister to actress Rashida Jones. (Imagine growing up with Quincy Jones as your father?? Insane.)

Tracee Ellis and Evan Ross

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 14: (L-R) Evan Ross and Tracee Ellis Ross attend the “Queen & Slim” Premiere at AFI FEST 2019 presented by Audi at the TCL Chinese Theatre on November 14, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Tracee Ellis Ross may have a show centered on her solo travels, but she doesn’t have to go anywhere alone if she doesn’t want to thanks to her little brother Evam Ross.

Jurnee and Jussie Smollett

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – MARCH 01: Jussie Smollett (L) and Jurnee Smollett-Bell attend the 2018 Essence Black Women In Hollywood Oscars Luncheon at Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel on March 1, 2018 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Essence)

While these two siblings share similar looks, some people still don’t know they’re family. But all that changes today!

Phylicia Rashad and Debbie Allen

NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 24: (L-R) Choreographer Debbie Allen and actress Phylicia Rashad attend the New York Magazine Oscar Viewing Party held inside The Spotted Pig on February 24, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images)

They’re beauty and they’re grace–and they also happen to be sisters! Phylicia Rashad and Debbie Allen will forever go down as extremely talented and timelessly beautiful family members.

Venus and Serena Williams

WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 24: Venus Williams and Serena Williams attend HISTORYTalks 2022 on September 24, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for History)

Imagine taking the tennis world by storm and then your little sister comes up in the sport and becomes even more of a beast than you are. Venus and Serena will forever be icons for that.

The Wayans Brothers

Marlon Wayans, left; Keenen Ivory Wayans, Shawn Wayans and Damon Wayans. Photo: Paul Hawthorne/Getty Images; Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images for BET.

At this point, the entire Wayans family should be regarded as the First Family of Comedy because of all they contributed. From the Keenen to Marlon, nearly every member of this family is hilarious and we’ll treasure them forever!

Chloe and Halle Bailey

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 08: (L-R) Halle Bailey and Chloe Bailey attend the 3rd Annual Femme It Forward “Give Her FlowHERS” Awards Gala at The Beverly Hilton on November 08, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

Just think: if Chloe and Halle Bailey never got on YouTube, we’d never find out how supremely talented they were. Thankfully, that’s a reality we don’t have to worry about living in!

Cuba and Omar Gooding

LOS ANGELES – JULY 26: Actors Cuba Gooding (centre) with his sons Cube Gooding Jr. (left) and Omar Gooding pose at the premiere screenings of Showtime’s “Weeds” and “Barbershop” at Paramount Studios on July 26, 2005 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Omar and Cuba Gooding Jr. being brothers makes as much sense as a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. From the genes to their respective acting chops, it’s no wonder why “good” is in their last name.

Tia Mowry and Tamera Mowry-Housely

Tamera Mowry-Housley, left; Tia Mowry-Hardrict attend the 2023 ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards on March 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Getty Images Arnold Turner for ESSENCE
Tamera Mowry-Housley, left; Tia Mowry-Hardrict attend the 2023 ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards on March 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Getty Images Arnold Turner for ESSENCE

Arguably one of Hollywood’s most famous twin sisters, Tia and Tamera Mowry have been dominating our big and small screens since they were tweens. They’ve more than cemented their place in cultural history and significance! (Thank God we can finally tell them apart, too!)

Beyonce Knowles-Carter and Solange Knowles

Solange and Beyonce attend the Balmain and Olivier Rousteing after the Met Gala Celebration on May 2, 2016 in New York, New York.

Do we really have to say much here? Bey and Solange are just THOSE GIRLS.

Wood and Steve Harris

Wood Harris, left; Steve Harris. Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images; Kevin Winter/Getty Images.

What’s so funny about Wood Harris and Steve Harris being brothers is that they’ve started portraying sort of “good cop, bad cop” roles on projects which makes us super curious to know if their real life personalities match the characters they frequently play?

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