Alec Baldwin's Daughter Ireland Baldwin Reveals Her "Rules" for Nepo Babies

The model shared a TikTok video outlining her advice for fellow children of famous parents.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Ireland Baldwin, the daughter of actors Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, detailed a set of "rules" that she believes other children of famous parents should follow, including acknowledging their privilege, knowing how to properly give gifts to their parents, and being relatable when discussing their upbringing.

Why it matters

The ongoing debate around nepotism in Hollywood has brought increased scrutiny on the children of celebrities, with many feeling the need to defend their own accomplishments. Ireland's video offers a lighthearted but insightful perspective on navigating life as a "nepo baby".

The details

In her TikTok video, Ireland advised fellow nepo babies to "stop denying it" and acknowledge their privilege. She also said that children of one famous parent can "cry once a day," while those with two famous parents can "cry as much as you want." Ireland provided tips on how to gift parents without them knowing the money came from their own resources, as well as how to appear more relatable when discussing one's privileged upbringing. She also suggested that nepo babies should date someone whose family is "devastated" by the breakup, not because they care about the nepo baby, but because they were the parents' biggest fans.

  • Ireland posted the TikTok video on February 11, 2026.

The players

Ireland Baldwin

The daughter of actors Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, who shared a set of "rules" for fellow children of famous parents on TikTok.

Alec Baldwin

Ireland's father, a well-known actor.

Kim Basinger

Ireland's mother, an actress.

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What they’re saying

“Rule number one: stop denying it. You can't deny who you are. You make us look really silly when you take all that credit. So, stop.”

— Ireland Baldwin (TikTok)

“If you have one famous parent, you can cry once a day. If you have two famous parents, you can cry as much as you want. It's unlimited.”

— Ireland Baldwin (TikTok)

“If you are going to buy a present for your parents with your parents' money, you have to lie. You cannot let them know. You have to tell them you are buying them a gift with a residual check that you received from a Canadian Lifetime film you did years ago and they wouldn't remember.”

— Ireland Baldwin (TikTok)

The takeaway

Ireland Baldwin's lighthearted yet insightful "rules" for fellow nepo babies highlight the complex dynamics and perceptions that come with being the child of famous parents in the entertainment industry. Her advice touches on navigating privilege, managing public perception, and finding authenticity, offering a unique perspective on a widely discussed topic.