Maya Hawke candidly discusses being a 'nepo baby' and her role in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

Maya Hawke, the daughter of famous actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, talked about being a "nepo baby" in a recent interview. She shared how having famous parents helped her in Hollywood. Some people criticize actors like her, saying they only get opportunities because of their parents. Hawke is okay with people making fun of her privilege. She believes her honest and positive relationship with her parents is more important than what others say. She admitted that her family connections might have helped her get some roles, like in Quentin Tarantino's movie. Tarantino wanted to cast young actors from famous families, like Margaret Qualley and Rumer Willis. Hawke also mentioned her mother's past issues with Tarantino, but said her mom supported her decision to work with him. Hawke had a small role in a movie directed by her father, Ethan Hawke. She has been gaining success in her acting career, especially with roles in popular shows like "Stranger Things" and movies like "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." Despite debates about nepotism in Hollywood, Hawke feels comfortable with her opportunities, even if some people think she didn't earn them. She believes she is lucky to have supportive parents and is grateful for the chances she has been given.