These Black Actors Aren’t Just Stars — They’re Proud Girl Dads Raising Queens!

Being a dad is a big deal but being a “girl dad” comes with its own special kind of pride. Some of Hollywood’s top Black actors also celebrated for how they show up for their daughters.

These guys are balancing the limelight with fatherhood and loving every moment of it. Let’s take a look at some of the Black actors who proudly wear the “girl dad” badge.

We can’t talk about girl dads without mentioning Will Smith. As a dad to the multi-talented Willow Smith, Will is no stranger to showing his love and support. He often talks about how Willow challenges him to think differently and how much he admires her creativity and fearlessness.

“Willow was the first one to begin the mutiny and it was my first realization that success and money don’t mean happiness,” Will said during an appearance on Kevin Hart’s Hart to Hart.

Ice Cube has made a major mark in both the rap game and Hollywood. But behind the tough exterior, Cube is a devoted dad to his daughter, Kareema Jackson. He’s always been vocal about the importance of family, and he’s passed down those values to his kids.

When it comes to being a “girl dad,” Cube is all in. "They give you a reason to try harder,” the actor told PEOPLE. They make you focus in life on what you’re trying to build. If you’re trying to build a family, children are the glue.”

Idris Elba may play tough guys on screen, but when it comes to his daughter Isan, he’s all heart. Idris has a close bond with Isan, and he’s regularly spotted with her at red carpet events, showing off his dad pride.

Idris is all about empowering Isan and supporting her as she earns her stripes as an actor. Isan even auditioned to play Idris’ daughter in Beast. However, she did not get the role.

Idris revealed on The Breakfast Club, that Isan refused to talk to him for “weeks” after the blunder.

Rapper-turned-actor Method Man is a father to Cheyenne, a daughter he shares with Tamika Smith. Cheyenne, who goes by “Chey,” is following in her father's musical footsteps. Method Man has been supportive of Chey’s journey from the start, often expressing his excitement for her rap career.

"This is my baby baby," Method said while introducing Chey at the 4/20 Bud Drop Concert (via Essence). “You know we prefer our daughters — we love our sons too! Something about daddy’s girl.”

Common has made waves in both the music industry and the big screen, starring in films like John Wick: Chapter 2 and Selma. He’s also the proud dad of Omoye Assata Lynn, his daughter with ex-girlfriend Kim Jones.

Common often talks about how being a father to a daughter has shaped his views on life and love. He’s openly shared his desire to raise a strong, independent young woman, making it clear that his role as a “girl dad” is one of his most cherished titles.