The Brian Lehrer Show 10-Question Quiz: Famous Parents
Oct 23, 2025
Listeners dive into a quiz that reveals intriguing connections between celebrities and their famous parents. From the Cuomo political dynasty to the Kennedy brothers, each question sparks fun conversation. Discover surprising family ties like Mahmoud Mamdani and director Mira Nair, or Liz and Dick Cheney's political legacy. Participants also identify Fred Trump, Andrew Giuliani, and Anderson Cooper, uncovering the fascinating lineages behind these well-known figures. It's a playful exploration of fame and family!
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Cuomo Political Dynasty
- Mario Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo each ran for New York mayor and served as New York governor, showing political family continuity across generations.
- The quiz highlights how familial political legacies recur in high-profile offices.
Kennedy Family Landmarks
- Robert F. Kennedy and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. were identified via a bridge named after the father and family ties to Andrew Cuomo's former marriage to a Kennedy.
- The show uses geographic landmarks and family marriages to link famous political families.
Cross-Discipline Prominence
- Zeren Mondohi's parents include Columbia professor Mahmood Mamdani and filmmaker Mira Nair, showing cross-disciplinary prominence in one family.
- The quiz highlights how children of famous academics and artists enter public life.