Meet Magnus Ferrell: Will Ferrell’s Son on His Breakout Song, Musical Aspirations, and Embracing the Nepo Baby Label Magnus Ferrell's rapid ascent to fame has sparked a debate about the role of privilege in the music industry.
But it's time to separate the signal from the noise. The 22 year old son of Will Ferrell is undoubtedly talented – his soulful tune "Asleep Talking" has taken off on social media and landed him on the Billboard charts.
However, rather than praising the young artist for his own merits, many have focused on the nepotism that inevitably accompanies being a celebrity child. Ferrell's family connections are undeniable.