The children of tech’s wealthiest entrepreneurs: How are they building a career

Alexa Dell, daughter of Michael Dell, founder of Dell Technologies, has built a career in entrepreneurship and technology consulting. Unlike many billionaire heirs who avoid the public eye, she has embraced the startup world and invested in emerging businesses.

David Ellison, son of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, has become a major force in Hollywood. He founded Skydance Media, the production company behind blockbuster franchises including “Top Gun: Maverick”, “Mission: Impossible,” and “Star Trek.” His success has made him one of the entertainment industry's most influential executives.

Eve Jobs, the daughter of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has forged a successful career as a fashion model and competitive equestrian. She has worked with luxury brands and appeared in major fashion campaigns, becoming one of the most recognizable children of a Silicon Valley pioneer.

Jaime Xie, daughter of cybersecurity entrepreneur Ken Xie, has gained prominence as a fashion influencer and reality television personality. Known for her luxury lifestyle content, she has built a substantial following on social media and appeared on Netflix’s “Bling Empire.”

Jennifer Gates Nassar, daughter of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, chose a path focused on medicine and athletics. A trained physician and accomplished equestrian, she has balanced academic achievement with competitive sports while largely maintaining a private personal life.

Juliette Dell, another daughter of Michael Dell, has pursued competitive equestrian sports. She has largely stayed out of the spotlight while focusing on her passion for horseback riding.

Karl Cook, son of Intuit founder Scott Cook, is an elite equestrian athlete. He has competed internationally and represented the United States in top-level show jumping competitions.

Madison Huang, daughter of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, is among the few billionaire children connected to the family business. Her involvement reflects a growing interest in continuing NVIDIA’s legacy during a period of rapid growth in artificial intelligence.

Mark Zuckerberg and pediatrician Priscilla Chan are raising three daughters: Maxima, August, and Aurelia. The family is known for maintaining a strong commitment to privacy, and little public information is available about the children.

Megan Ellison, daughter of Larry Ellison, founded Annapurna Pictures, one of Hollywood’s most respected independent film studios. She has produced numerous award-winning films and earned a reputation for supporting ambitious creative projects.

Pete Ballmer, son of former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, has pursued opportunities in comedy and entertainment. Rather than entering the technology industry, he has focused on creative and performance-based work.

Phoebe Gates has emerged as one of the most public-facing members of the Gates family. Through entrepreneurship, advocacy, and social media, she has become known for discussing issues related to women’s rights, innovation, and business.

Preston Bezos, the eldest son of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has remained largely out of public view. Unlike many celebrity children, he has maintained a highly private lifestyle despite growing up in one of the world's most famous business families.

Spencer Huang, son of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, has also taken on roles associated with NVIDIA. Together with his sister Madison, he represents a rare example of billionaire children directly participating in their parents’ company.

Vivian Jenna Wilson, daughter of Elon Musk, became widely known after legally changing her name in 2022 and publicly discussing her estrangement from her father. She has become one of the most visible members of the Musk family and has attracted significant public attention.

Elon Musk is the father of 14 children, including younger children X Æ A-Xii, Exa Dark Sideræl, and Techno Mechanicus. While their unusual names have generated public interest, they remain largely shielded from the spotlight.