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Jack Quaid has made a name for himself as an actor and has become increasingly popular among the masses. People primarily know him for playing Hughie inThe Boys. The charming yet vulnerable quality that he gives the character impressed viewers. He also starred in other recent successful films such asScreamand this year’sOppenheimer.
Quaid is the son of actors Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan and naturally the aspect of nepotism came into play. Ryan recently defended his son from being labeled a ‘Nepo baby’ and stated that he has carved a path for himself with his talent.
Also read:The Boys Star Jack Quaid Admitted Working With Christopher Nolan in Oppenheimer Felt Like He Was ‘A Blip’ in the Background: “It was just so incredible”
Meg Ryan Defends Her Son from the ‘Nepo Baby’ Accusations
Jack Quaidis slowly becoming a popular name and a rising star in Hollywood. His role as Hughie inThe Boyshas brought him to fame and made him an interesting actor to watch out for. However, being the son of actors Dennis Quaid andMeg Ryan, he has been called out and labeled as a ‘Nepo Baby’ and assumedly benefiting from the legacy of his two movie star parents.
Ryan in an interview withGlamourtalked about how this label is unfair to his son’s natural talent and skills. She also revealed the instance that she recognized the actor in him. She said,
“Jack is really talented. He’s more of a natural than I’ll ever be. That nepo stuff is so dismissive of his work ethic, his gifts, and how sensitive he is to the idea of his privilege.”
Fans of Quaid also took toXto voice their support and love for the actor while speaking out against these unfair judgments. Here’s what some of them had to say,
He got a head start, sure, but his talent keeps him in the race. Ain’t his fault who his parents are.
— Yanni 🤙 (@GenX70s)August 16, 2025
He definitely had advantages most Actors don’t have…but he is also solid as a performer
— CHRIS GREENE (@ItsChrisGreene)June 30, 2025
Nepo baby or not, the only thing I have seen him on is@TheBoysTVand he is excellent. He is a good solid actor.
— Yeney (@Yen_queen)July 29, 2025
I think feom all the nepo babies out there he is one of the few whose work ethic was never put in question
— Soul Peach (@SoulPecana)June 08, 2025
Jack is one of the only good nepo babies
— DCU Updates (@DCU_Updates)July 29, 2025
Quaid will return a Hughie in the fourth season ofThe Boysnext year. His brief appearance inOppenheimerthis year was also noticed by fans and was appreciated.
Also read:“How do you get the blood off?”: Gen V Star Took ‘The Boys’ Actor Jack Quaid’s Help to Solve 1 Major Problem After Becoming the Poster Child Drenched in Guts and Blood
Jack Quaid SaysThe BoysSeason 4 Is The ‘Best One Yet’
The teaser trailer ofThe Boysseason 4 was recently released and indicated a wild and politically heavy season. Jack Quaid earlier this year toldEsquirethat the season is the most intense and is the best one that they have ever done. He said,
“It’s my favorite season we’ve ever shot. It’s a very intense season. Audiences are still going to be surprised and will be really into the direction that it takes. It’s our best one yet.”
It is going to be a pretty exciting season as the events ofGen Vare also going to play into the narrative of the fourth season.The Boysseason 4 will release on Amazon Prime in early 2024.
Also read:Jack Quaid, Hollywood Actor & Everyman Gamer Talks Assassin’s Creed Mirage, His Favourite Games & Being a ‘Little Sneaky Boy’ (EXCLUSIVE)
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Rahul Thokchom is a senior content writer at Fandomwire who is passionate about covering the world of pop culture and entertainment. He has a Masters Degree in English that contributes to the richness and creativity in his works.
