16 Celebrities You Didn't Know Were Cousins

Cousins are arguably one of the best relative relationships. When they’re close in age, the relationships can feel similar to having brothers and sisters. Being that you are often raised in separate households, you don’t have to share the everyday struggles or annoyances in life…henceforth, it’s a great time when you do finally link up! Cousins, unlike the 1989 film, can’t be swapped out. They’re a part of your family forever and a pivotal piece in keeping the family reunions lit every year. July 24th has been officially dubbed ‘National Cousins Day‘ to celebrate the beloved lifelong relationships that grow among cousins. Related: Whoopi Goldberg Finds Out She’s DNA Cousins With NFL Hall Of Famer In 2021, Yara Shahidi (actress who rose to fame during her role on ‘Black-ish’) mentioned that she and New York-bred rapper Nas are cousins! This was a reminder to some, and a shock to others.

While celebs are often admired for their ethereal-like lives, it’s important to remember that regular people with family trees as well. Here’s a list of celebrities we bet you didn’t know were cousins!