The Supreme Legacy: A Deep Dive Into Diana Ross's 5 Children And Their Current Lives In 2025
Few families in show business command the respect and curiosity of the Ross dynasty. As of late 2025, the children of the legendary Diana Ross continue to forge their own paths, a blend of Hollywood glamour, musical talent, and quiet entrepreneurship, proving that the ‘Supreme’ legacy extends far beyond the stage. The world got a recent, powerful reminder of the family’s unity when Diana Ross made a show-stopping return to the Met Gala, honoring her entire brood in a truly unique way.
The lives of Rhonda, Tracee, Chudney, Ross, and Evan are a fascinating study in how five individuals, raised by an icon, navigate fame while building distinct careers. This deep dive explores their professional endeavors, personal lives, and the enduring bond that holds the multi-generational family together in the current year.
The Complete Diana Ross Family Biography
Diana Ross is the mother of five children from two relationships, all of whom share a close bond despite their different paths and fathers. The family's public unity is a defining feature of their private lives.
- Rhonda Ross Kendrick (née Rhonda Suzanne Silberstein)
- Born: August 14, 1971
- Father: Berry Gordy (Biological), Robert Ellis Silberstein (Legal/Raised By)
- Career: Singer-songwriter, actress, and public speaker. Known for her jazz and R&B music and her work on the soap opera Another World.
- Tracee Ellis Ross (née Tracee Joy Silberstein)
- Born: October 29, 1972
- Father: Robert Ellis Silberstein
- Career: Award-winning actress, producer, and entrepreneur. Best known for her lead roles in Black-ish and Girlfriends, and as the founder and CEO of Pattern Beauty.
- Chudney Ross (née Chudney Lane Silberstein)
- Born: November 4, 1975
- Father: Robert Ellis Silberstein
- Career: Television producer, author, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of the popular children’s bookstore and play space, Books and Cookies, and author of the children’s book Lone Bean.
- Ross Naess (né Ross Arne Næss)
- Born: October 7, 1987
- Father: Arne Næss Jr. (Norwegian businessman and mountaineer)
- Career: Entrepreneur, real estate developer, and photographer. He is the most private of the siblings, focusing on business ventures, often in the real estate sector, following in his late father's footsteps.
- Evan Ross (né Evan Olav Ross-Næss)
- Born: August 26, 1988
- Father: Arne Næss Jr.
- Career: Actor and musician. Known for roles in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay and the film ATL, as well as his collaborative music with his wife, Ashlee Simpson.
The 2025 Family Spotlight: Careers and The Met Gala Moment
The year 2025 has cemented the Ross family’s status not just as a legacy, but as a current, active force in fashion, entertainment, and business. The most high-profile moment of the year involved a rare, public family outing that captured global attention.
Tracee Ellis Ross: The Reigning Queen of Hollywood and Beauty
Tracee Ellis Ross remains the most visible of Diana’s children. In 2025, her career continues to thrive across multiple platforms. She is celebrated not only for her acting but also for her entrepreneurial success with her hair care line, Pattern Beauty, which has become a major entity in the beauty industry.
The actress made headlines in early 2025 when she walked the Marni Fall runway at Milan Fashion Week, showcasing a vibrant, electric yellow ensemble. This appearance demonstrated her enduring status as a fashion icon and her willingness to embrace new, high-profile projects outside of her established acting and CEO roles. Her influence is a testament to the family's artistic versatility.
The Grand Matriarch’s Tribute: A Cape of Names
In May 2025, Diana Ross returned to the Met Gala for the first time in over two decades, and the fashion choice was a profound statement about her family legacy. Her massive, 18-foot feathery shawl was custom-made and embroidered with the names of all five of her children and her eight grandchildren.
This emotional tribute highlighted the core of her life: family. The grandchildren whose names were woven into the fabric include: Bronx, Raif-Henok, Callaway Lane, Leif, Jagger, Indigo, Everlee, and Ziggy. The gesture resonated deeply, turning a fashion event into a powerful public declaration of the Ross family’s enduring love and unity, a key theme that has driven the family's public narrative for years.
Beyond the Stage: The Entrepreneurial and Private Ross Siblings
While Tracee and Evan have embraced the spotlight, the other three siblings—Rhonda, Chudney, and Ross—have carved out successful, albeit more private, careers that focus on personal passion and business acumen.
Rhonda Ross Kendrick: The Jazz and R&B Torchbearer
The eldest of the siblings, Rhonda Ross Kendrick, has established a strong career as a jazz and R&B singer-songwriter and actress. She is known for her soulful voice and her ability to connect with an audience through intimate performances. Rhonda often speaks about the unique experience of being raised by both Diana Ross and Robert Ellis Silberstein, and the close relationship she shares with her biological father, Berry Gordy.
As of 2025, Rhonda continues to focus on her music, though current tour dates are sporadic, she remains an active voice in the R&B/Jazz community, carrying the musical torch of the family name in her own distinct style.
Chudney Ross: Author and Advocate for Literacy
Chudney Ross has successfully blended her passion for children’s causes with entrepreneurship. Her most notable venture is "Books and Cookies," a combination bookstore, bakery, and play space designed to promote early literacy in a fun environment.
Her work as an author, particularly her middle-grade children’s book *Lone Bean*, further cements her role as a dynamic storyteller and an advocate for children. Chudney’s focus on education and community provides a grounding contrast to her siblings’ more high-profile entertainment careers, highlighting the diverse interests within the Ross family.
Ross Naess: The Quiet Business Mogul
Ross Naess, the older son, has followed a path more aligned with his late father, Norwegian shipping magnate and mountaineer Arne Næss Jr. Ross is an entrepreneur and real estate developer, a field that requires a keen business mind but often operates outside the celebrity media cycle. His focus on business and investment, rather than performance, demonstrates the family’s deep roots in both art and commerce. While he maintains a relatively low public profile, his presence at major family events, such as the 2025 Met Gala, underscores the powerful, unified front of the Ross-Naess clan.
The Enduring Ross Family Legacy
The collective careers of Diana Ross’s children form a multi-faceted legacy that spans music, acting, fashion, beauty, literature, and real estate. The common thread is not just the famous surname, but a shared work ethic and an undeniable creative drive passed down from their iconic mother.
From Tracee's Pattern Beauty empire to Evan's acting and music, and the quiet business success of Ross and Chudney, the children have successfully leveraged their unique upbringing to create powerful, independent brands. Their 2025 activities, particularly the public display of family love at the Met Gala, confirm that the Ross legacy is not just about individual achievement, but about the strength and unity of the entire family. This second generation of talent ensures the Ross name will continue to dominate cultural headlines for decades to come.
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