A PAIR of nepo babies with rock legend fathers left fans overjoyed as they posed for a joint picture.
The pals looked super stylish in a snap re-posted to Facebook showing them out at a party.
Two nepo baby kids of rock legends have posed for a joint picture[/caption]
They are the kids of two Guns N’ Roses legends[/caption]
Mae McKagan is the daughter of the band’s bassist Duff[/caption]
Mae McKagan, whose dad is Guns n’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan, looked stylish in a semi-sheer ripped look top paired with silver chain necklaces.
She styled her blonde hair poker straight and kept her make-up fresh, with nude lipstick and thick black eye make-up.
The 25-year-old is also a fashion designer and has previously modelled for Kim Kardashian’s clothing line Skims.
Speaking about their father-daughter connection previously, Duff said: “She doesn’t talk a lot or brag a lot, she just does it – boom!
“She makes her own stuff, for girls she knows – and who better to make stuff for than her generation?
“It can’t be some 40-year-old, right? That’s f*****g old as s**t. Or me, at 55? F**k off, grandpa.
“I couldn’t be more proud. I’ll shut up now.”
Mae was seen posing with London Hudson, who is lead guitarist Slash’s son.
He oozed cool vibes in a logo print top and a leather jacket, paired with dark necklaces.
He left his raven locks flowing onto his shoulders in natural waves and flashed a peace sign to the camera.
London, 22, is following in his dad’s footsteps with a career in bands and music.
On his Instagram page he revealed he is “available for remote recording.”
He recently told how he chose to play drums – rather than his father’s favoured guitar – so as not to be compared to him.
London said back in 2018: “Velvet Revolver, that was the most I toured with him…seeing that many people at those shows, it’s kind of crazy how they all just worship.
What is a Nepo Baby?
A ‘nepo baby’ is a colloquial term used to describe individuals who have gained opportunities or success in their careers primarily due to familial connections or the influence of their well-known or wealthy parents, rather than solely through their own talent, skills, or efforts.
The term ‘nepo’ is short for ‘nepotism’, which refers to favouritism granted to relatives or close friends, often in a professional context.
Key Characteristics:
- Inherited advantage: Nepo babies often benefit from their family’s established reputation, wealth, or industry connections.
- Access to networks: They typically have easier access to influential networks and resources within their chosen field.
- Public perception: The term can carry a negative connotation, implying that their success is not entirely merit-based.
Industries Affected:
- Entertainment: Many actors, musicians, and other performers are often labeled as nepo babies if they have famous parents.
- Business: Individuals who inherit or are given significant roles in family-owned businesses.
- Politics: Politicians who follow in the footsteps of their parents or other relatives.
Examples:
- Children of famous actors who become actors themselves.
- Heirs to business empires who assume executive roles.
- Offspring of political figures who enter public office.
The concept of nepo babies is often debated, with some arguing that it undermines the notion of meritocracy.
Meanwhile, others believe that it is natural for families to support and help each other succeed.
“Joining them on the last GN’R tour and seeing all those people who still like him for much older stuff, GN’R was probably what clicked the most, going on that tour.”
He added to Appetite for Distortion publication: “It never really like hit me until this summer where I was like, I don’t want to live in a shadow, when I started playing in a band.
“That’s the main reason I don’t play guitar or stringed instruments.
“Around 5th, 6th grade, and I played bass. I played bass for like a year then. I was just getting sick of it and just bored. I wanted to do something different.
“I was Guitar Centre with my dad. And then I just started playing on the drum kit. I really liked it.
“I got a drum teacher, and no one really stopped it at all. They just supported it.”
ALL CHANGE
Earlier this year, Guns N Roses revealed a huge line up change.
The American rockers, formed in Los Angeles in 1985, have undergone many shake-ups through the decades.
This year, Frank Ferrer, 58, called time on his stint behind the drums with the Paradise City hitmakers.
The Brooklyn-born musician’s departure, confirmed on the band’s official Instagram page, comes ahead of the band’s huge new tour kicking off in May.
Insisting there is no bad blood, the statement read: “Guns N’ Roses announce the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer.
“The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey.”
Guns N’ Roses have weathered numerous line-up changes throughout the band’s longstanding career.
The most recent line-up includes vocalist Axl Rose, lead guitarist Slash, bassist Duff, guitarist Richard Fortus, drummer Frank before his departure and keyboardists Dizzy Reed and Melissa Reese.
It added: “Frank first joined GNR during a show in June 2006 helping anchor the rhythm section during subsequent tours, including their recent outings featuring the reunited trio of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan.
“His last show with the band took place November 5, 2023 in Mexico.
“Thank you, Frank.
“For the friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the last 19 years.”
Mae has carved out a career in fashion and modelling[/caption]
London recently opened up about shunning Slash’s guitar for drums[/caption]
The rock band has undergone a huge line up change of late[/caption]
