Ice Cube's Son O'Shea Jackson Jr. Says Being Called "Baby Nepo" Is "Disrespectful" To His Dad

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O'Shea Jackson, Jr. couldn't be more grateful to his father, Ice Cube, for the opportunities he had in his career. The hit actor, 32, has spoken out against the recent 'nepo baby' controversy, which accuses many of today's stars of being ahead in Hollywood because their parents were already famous. "I am forever grateful for everything my dad had to do to give me the opportunities I have," O'Shea said on Friday, February 24.

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O'Shea Jackson Jr. gushed about his father Ice Cube while discussing the 'baby nepo' debate. (David Longendyke/Everett Collection)

And O'Shea has had many opportunities, with roles in Obi-Wan Kenobi in 2022's miniseries, 2019's Just Mercy, and...