Graduation season is upon us, and the spotlight is on the children of celebrities as they prepare to embark on their college journeys. This year, notable names like Suri Cruise, Barron Trump, and Violet Affleck are making headlines as they transition from high school to higher education. Proud parents, including Donald and Melania Trump, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, and Katie Holmes, have been celebrating their children’s achievements and sharing glimpses of their future plans.
Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump and former First Lady Melania Trump, graduated from Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach, Florida. His graduation ceremony was attended by his parents and grandfather. While there has been speculation about Barron following in his father’s footsteps to the University of Pennsylvania, recent reports suggest he might be considering New York University. However, no official announcement has been made yet, leaving many curious about his next steps.
Suri Cruise, the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, graduated from LaGuardia High School in New York. A TikTok video posted by one of her classmates showed Suri wearing a Carnegie Mellon University sweatshirt, hinting at her college choice. The video, set to the song “I’ll Always Remember You” by Hannah Montana, captured Suri and her friends celebrating their college commitments.
Violet Affleck, the eldest child of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, also graduated this year. Photos from her school’s Instagram account show Violet wearing a Yale University sweater, suggesting she will be attending the prestigious Ivy League institution. Both Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were seen at her graduation party, supporting Violet as she prepares for her next chapter.
Moses Martin, the son of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, graduated from high school and is set to attend Brown University. Gwyneth Paltrow has been open about her mixed emotions regarding her son’s graduation, expressing both pride and a sense of impending empty nest syndrome. She shared her feelings at a Goop summit, highlighting the bittersweet nature of seeing her youngest child head off to college.
Henry Samuel, the son of Heidi Klum and Seal, graduated from Pacifica Christian High School in Santa Monica. Heidi Klum shared videos on Instagram celebrating her son’s achievement, though she did not specify which college he will be attending. Henry’s graduation marks another milestone for the family, with proud parents cheering him on.
Ryder Fieri, the son of Food Network star Guy Fieri, graduated from Windsor High School in California. Known for his athletic prowess in basketball and lacrosse, Ryder’s future college plans have not been publicly disclosed. Guy Fieri, who has homes in both California and Florida, has been a supportive father, celebrating Ryder’s achievements on social media.
Justin Pippen, the son of NBA legend Scottie Pippen, graduated from Sierra Canyon High School in California. Justin, who played guard for his high school basketball team, has committed to the University of Michigan. Scottie Pippen expressed his pride on Instagram, celebrating his son’s decision to join the Wolverines.
Shepherd Seinfeld, the youngest son of comedian Jerry Seinfeld and Jessica Seinfeld, graduated from high school and is expected to follow in his siblings’ footsteps by attending Duke University. Jessica Seinfeld shared a nostalgic post on Instagram, gifting Shepherd a retro flip phone as a graduation present.
Nikko Gonzalez, the son of journalist Lauren Sanchez and former NFL player Tony Gonzalez, graduated from college in May 2024. The commencement ceremony was attended by Sanchez, her fiancé Jeff Bezos, and Tony Gonzalez. The family has been making headlines with their move to Florida, where Bezos has multiple properties.
Karma Bridges, the daughter of actor and rapper Ludacris, graduated from Spelman College. Ludacris proudly shared the news on Instagram, highlighting his daughter’s academic achievements and her Summa Cum Laude honors.
Liv Freundlich, the daughter of actress Julianne Moore and director Bart Freundlich, graduated from Northwestern University. Julianne Moore has been vocal about her pride in her daughter’s accomplishments, celebrating Liv’s journey through higher education.
Sophia Meloni, the daughter of actor Christopher Meloni and Sherman Williams, graduated from college with her godmother, Mariska Hargitay, in attendance. The close-knit family celebrated Sophia’s milestone with joy and pride.
Ella Stiller, the daughter of actors Christine Taylor and Ben Stiller, graduated from the Juilliard School in New York. The talented actress is following in her parents’ footsteps, pursuing a career in the arts.
As these celebrity children prepare to start their college journeys, their parents are filled with pride and excitement. The class of 2024 is set to make their mark on prestigious institutions across the country, continuing the legacy of their famous families while forging their own paths.
