Hollywood Royalty Family Reunion After Turbulent Period
A remarkable family reunion has taken place in Texas, bringing together three generations of Hollywood talent. The occasion marked a significant moment of unity for the Elliott-Ross family after previously reported difficulties.
At the centre of this story is Cleo Rose Elliott, the 41-year-old actress and daughter of Hollywood legends Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross. The family recently gathered in Texas where Sam has been filming the second season of the popular series Landman.
Legacy of Screen Icons
Cleo's parents represent two distinct eras of Hollywood excellence. Her father, Sam Elliott, 81, continues to work steadily, currently appearing in Landman alongside Billy Bob Thornton and Demi Moore. He previously starred in the Yellowstone prequel 1883 and earned an Oscar nomination for his role in A Star Is Born in 2019.
Elliott's career spans decades, with memorable roles in classics like Tombstone and Road House, making him familiar to multiple generations of film enthusiasts.
Meanwhile, her mother Katharine Ross, 85, achieved iconic status through her role as Elaine Robinson in the groundbreaking 1967 film The Graduate alongside Dustin Hoffman. She further cemented her place in cinema history as Etta Place in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, featuring in that film's legendary bicycle scene with Paul Newman.
From Turbulence to Togetherness
The recent family gathering holds particular significance given past difficulties. In 2022, Ross obtained a restraining order against her daughter following allegations that Cleo had attacked her with scissors.
However, Cleo's recent Instagram post showing all three family members together in Texas suggests reconciliation has occurred. The image presents a united front, indicating the family has moved beyond what sources describe as "that hiccup" in their relationships.
Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross married in 1984 after meeting on the set of the 1978 horror film The Legacy, where they played on-screen romantic interests. Their marriage has endured for 40 years, celebrating their ruby anniversary in May 2024—a remarkable achievement in Hollywood, especially considering Ross had four previous marriages that ended.
Cleo, born on September 17, 1984, in California, has followed her parents into the entertainment industry, appearing in the 2020 film Murder For Dummies. The family maintains their primary residence in Los Angeles, though recent work commitments have taken Sam to Texas for the petroleum industry drama Landman.
While Ross has largely stepped away from the spotlight in recent years, Elliott continues to work consistently, experiencing a career resurgence through Netflix's The Ranch and his critically acclaimed performance in 1883.
