The one show - presenter is son of famous singer but what about giving my son a chance

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I just wish there was a fair crack for all our sons and daughters to get theses opportunities 🤢

I work in TV. I have no connections or family or friends in TV, and I went to a northern comp. In addition, none of the people I work with had family or friends in TV either, as far as I know. People do tend to leave, though, for jobs with better pay and more regular hours - a lot become teachers.

Teeshirt - What was Teabag like to work for?

The bbc had a graduate scheme that dsd applied for (didn't get) one of the criteria was you couldn't have family who worked in the media, you then needed at least one reason why you struggle (hers was mental health)

He's well known in his own right.

A friend told me about a job at her company. She also told her manager about me. I got an interview and was offered the job on my own merit and because of my experience. Isn't this how life works? We make an introduction for someone!

You sound very bitter!

The husband of a friend was the son of a major household name. It got him an entry level gig on children's TV, 40 years ago, and he has barely been heard of since. But it hasn't stopped he and his family posing prettily for Hello, or his children asking people they knew 20 years ago to subsidize their university fees.

I remember my dad complaining about this, back in the 80s. He used to take vehement dislike to anyone on TV with family connections.

I get more annoyed at the sports star/ singers turned presenters.What about all the young people broadcasting? Why does being a footballer mean you can present a show?

• young people studying broadcasting

I don't watch it but if he got the job he was obviously the best person for it. Some are just naturals. Especially if it's in they're gene's and grown up in the spotlight confident in front of the camera etc.

My DD applied and was successful in getting a BBC Apprenticeship. She’s doing fantastically, having gold standard training in researching, production, radio, camera work - all sorts. She works closely with household names on a daily basis and I’ve no doubt she’ll do really well.

The scheme is tough to get into and it’s only 18 months long. It’s amazing training but realistically there are very few permanent positions and she’ll probably end up freelancing or on an ‘attachment’ which is a medium term contract.

If your son is absolutely sure this is the career he wants then encourage him to apply. The application process is rigorous and there are a lot of hoops to jump through. He will need to know how to do creative writing, record and edit videos of himself, take part in group exercises etc.

I have to say I felt the process was really fair and DD says there’s NO nepotism- the places were given strictly on merit and ability.

Eh? Who is Teabag?

Wow! That is unbelievable entitlement. Any clues as to who the major household name is?

But your son isn't already in the world of media is he? That presenter has been a presenter on radio for years and will have done other things too. You cant just walk into those jobs.

If you are envying these children, I doubt you are seeing the full picture. I don't know much about Brooklyn Beckham but suspect he has a fairly aimless existence with no sense of self worth, and that he's got married because he's got nothing else to do. The offspring of successful people rarely do well long term in spite of all that opportunity. It is far more valuable to make those opportunities for yourself, and there is nothing stopping anyone except their own limitations.

Absolutely not.

Oh come on! ITV. 80s!

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Roman Kemp is great he's been around for ages and is good at what he does.

I think there are worse examples of nepotism. Roman Kemp 's career has been pretty consistent and I think he makes a good presenter. He seems like a down to earth guy too. The oldest Beckham has just flitted from job to job set up by his parents and is pretty ridiculed for his lack of any discernible talent.

Tbf I'd do it if it were my kids. If I were a Beckham child I too would have flitted from one career to the next with no regard for talent.

Yes it’s an absolute scunner and so boring to see kids of celebrities in coveted roles all across the media. I would rather see working class kids with something “unique” to say.

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Nepotism has ruined Hollywood and everything else. There’s no real excitement about talent anymore. Look at the Beckhams kids, opportunities because of David and Victoria. Dozens and dozens of examples. What chance do ordinary folk have.

But David & Victoria are from ordinary backgrounds. They made their own success.

I agree that in TV and on radio - you have to be good otherwise people won't listen or watch.

And lots of children of famous parents ‘make it’ without a shred of talent
Like who?
I have no doubt that many are given opportunities others are not. Of course they are. As if every parent wouldn't do the same and has done like, forever 😂
But once in, who's 'made it' with no talent?

I like Roman Kemp. Talented, lovely guy 🤷‍♀️

I'm worried about your reaction when you hear about public schools and look at the cabinet😮

And he only got into media so easily because of his mum and dad. Let’s be honest

I think you can get helped with a foot in the door via friends and family connections, but if you don't cut the mustard in the job, then it won't keep you employed.