Children of 12 Celeb Couples with Visible Height Difference — Who They Took After in 30+ Photos

From Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise to Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson, these celebrity couples show that height differences don't stop love. But when it comes to their kids, it's fascinating to see which parent they take after in the height department.

When it comes to famous couples, love clearly knows no height. From subtle differences to foot-long gaps, there's no shortage of duos who stand inches apart.

But what fans really want to know is — which parent did the kids take after? In this roundup, we look at 12 celebrity couples, some now exes, with visible height differences and their children, who reveal whether mom's or dad's genes came out on top.

Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise

It's a Hollywood pairing that always turned heads — Katie, standing tall at 5'9", famously towered over her ex-husband, who is 5'7". But now, all eyes are on their daughter Suri, who appears to be inheriting her mother's statuesque frame.

In recent paparazzi snaps, the teen is seen walking nearly eye-to-eye with Katie, sparking buzz online. "I think that she's taller than her father...🤔" one wrote. Another asked, "How is Suri already so grown and so tall?" A third added, "Wow how much she's grown! She's taller than Katie Holmes who is 5'9 [sic]."

Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster

Rod and Penny have always had a striking three-inch height gap — he's 5'10", while she's a leggy 6'1". But their sons are clearly stretching skyward.

The boys appear to be catching up to Rod in height — or even passing him — suggesting they've taken after their towering mother.

Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan

Though the difference is small, the height contrast between Michael, 5'4", and Tracy, 5'6", becomes more pronounced when she wears heels. And now their three grown children seem to have inherited their mother's taller genes.

In photos, each of them stands head and shoulders above Michael, turning the family dynamic on its head.

Fergie and Josh Duhamel

It's hard to ignore the dramatic 12-inch height gap between Fergie, 5'4", and Josh, 6'4". And now, it looks like their son is on the fast track to joining the tall club.

In recent snaps, he's already up to his famous father's chest! A scroll through Josh's Instagram offers a glimpse of just how quickly his son is shooting up.

Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa

Lisa and Jason have one of the most jaw-dropping height gaps on this list — a whopping 14 inches! She's 5'2", while he towers at 6'4". Now, their two children seem to be following in their father's supersized footsteps.

Their daughter already reaches Jason's shoulder, and their son is closing in fast. Netizens were quick to point out the resemblance. "I can't get over how big the kids are. His son is going to be as big as Jason, it's crazy 💝💝💝," one person commented.

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith

Jada, at just 5 feet tall, stands a full 14 inches shorter than her husband Will, who comes in at 6'2".

But their kids, Jaden and Willow, have inherited the actor's stature, often seen on red carpets flaunting their towering figures.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué

With Shakira at 5'2" and Gerard at 6'4", this former couple had a stark 14-inch height difference. And it looks like their two sons are well on their way to catching up.

They're already nearing Shakira's height, and if the growth continues, they may soon rival their dad.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher

There's a 10-inch divide between Mila, 5'4", and Ashton, 6'2" — but their kids are closing the gap quicker than anyone expected.

The little ones already appear nearly Mila's height, a sign they're taking after their tall dad.

Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum

Jenna stands at 5'2", while Channing looms at 6'1" — an 11-inch difference that's hard to miss. But their daughter seems to be growing up fast and tall.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, the "Step Up" actress revealed that her daughter is already as tall as she is.

Elsa Pataky and Chris Hemsworth

Elsa and Chris share a solid 12-inch difference, with the actress at 5'3" and the actor at 6'3". And now their twin sons are outgrowing their mom before the fans' very eyes.

Recent photos show the boys standing at their mother's chin, proving they've inherited their dad's height genes.

Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick

Kourtney stands at a petite 5 feet, while Scott measures in at 5'11" — an 11-inch gap that's impossible to ignore. And now, their kids are showing signs of taking after their famous father.

The former couple's oldest child, Mason, frequently shows off his tall frame on his Instagram.

Kourtney recently marked Penelope's 13th birthday with a sweet post, giving fans a glimpse of her surprising height.

And little Reign? He's growing fast, as shown in a recent snap Scott shared on his Instagram account.

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson

With Jessica Simpson at 5'3" and Eric at 6'3", there's a full foot between them, and it's clear their kids are taking after their dad's taller frame.

The two oldest children nearly match their mom's height, and the youngest isn't far behind. In fact, Jessica recently revealed that her eldest daughter has already outgrown her — even in shoe size — but hopes to save her footwear collection for her youngest.

"I saved all of my shoes, hopefully for Birdie. She's very petite," she said.

From daughters outgrowing their moms to sons nearly shoulder-to-shoulder with their towering dads, these celeb offspring are proof that genetic showdowns can play out right before our eyes — especially when there's a visible height difference between parents.