Seeing Double: Boris Kodjoe’s Son Nico Is His Twin — Why Kids Come Out Looking Exactly Like Their Dad

June 28, 2025 Popular Culture , 0 Comments

There’s a special kind of silence that falls over the room when a new child looks exactly like his father. Boris Kodjoe's son is a splitting image of him. And Nicole, his mother is glowing, as she twist his hair.



Whenever somebody breaks the tension with these five words that never miss:

“He look just like his daddy!”

And boom—there it is.

Let’s be real: when a baby comes out looking like the father, it sets off a whole vibe. People start connecting dots, drawing family trees, and throwing in a little shade mixed with celebration. 




Nico and his dad have this uncanny resemblance.  Nico has inherited everything from Boris’s chiseled jawline to his confident posture. Shared red-carpet moments—like the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever premiere—have highlighted how much they resemble one another, but it’s Nico’s height and smile that often leave people doing a double take.


Growing up, we all know about those superstitious myths as to why a child comes out looking exactly his dad.





Theory #1: The “Loyal Mama Glow-Up”

Now according to neighborhood legend (and about 14 cousins on Facebook), if a baby looks just like the father, it means the mama was loyal. Like, “not-even-a-text-back-from-her-ex” loyal. That baby got here on prayer, prenatal vitamins, and pure fidelity.


This is the divine reward theory. God saw her faithfulness and said:


“Ok girl, I’mma give this child the man’s whole face—eyelashes and all. Just so nobody has to ask no questions.”


Congratulations, sis. That’s your man’s twin. You win.





Theory #2: The “Petty Payback” Plot Twist


Then there’s the opposite camp. The ones who say:


“Oh no, that baby look like him ‘cause she couldn’t stand him while she was pregnant.”


Chile. They believe God put his whole face on that baby as a daily reminder. Not as a curse, per se, but as a gentle little ha-ha from heaven. You walked away, but boom—now you’re raising his mini-me, side eye and all.


Every diaper change?
That same nose that lied to you.


Every time the baby frowns?
That same forehead that forgot your birthday.


But guess what? Even that theory has a bright side. 


Because what’s funnier (and more healing) than watching a baby with the face of a man you’ve emotionally outgrown... ask you for snacks with sticky fingers? Growth and giggles.




But Here’s the Real Deal...

Let’s clear something up: science says babies often look like their dads early on to help with bonding. It’s biology doing its part—just a little nudge to say, “Hey bruh, this one’s yours. Don’t go ghost.”


And culturally, we love it. Because when babies come out looking like their fathers, it gives us something to say that doesn’t require a Maury envelope. It’s reassurance. It’s joy. It’s connection.


And honestly? It’s hilarious.


Because whether mama loved him down or couldn’t even stand his cologne by month 7, the baby showed up with that man’s eyebrows and a purpose. And that is worth celebrating.


Celebrate the Twin-ergy

So the next time somebody says, “

Whew, that baby look JUST like his daddy,” smile and say:

“He sure do—and hopefully he gets his credit score too!”


Whether it’s loyalty, legacy, or a little laughter from the Lord—kids that look like their daddy are a gift. And if nothing else, it saves us the drama of doing a side-by-side photo comparison at the family barbecue.


Now What Is Nico Up To?

Far from simply following in his dad’s footsteps, Nico is forging his own path:



Nico also comes from a creative household—his sister Sophie loves nail art and studied at Howard University after debuting at Le Bal in Paris news.amomama.com+12people.com+12people.com+12. It’s no stretch to imagine Nico might explore modeling or acting someday too.


Following in Dad’s Footsteps?


So, will Nico become the next Boris Kodjoe? It’s possible.


Still, Boris and Nicole are not pressuring him. They emphasize support, education, and personal choice. Whether Nico goes pro in sports, steps into the spotlight on screen, or charts a different path entirely, he's equipped with confidence, family values, and a unique blend of talent.


Final Take

Nico Kodjoe is turning heads—first because he looks just like his dad, but then because he's making a name for himself. At 18, he’s still growing—literally and figuratively. He could follow Boris into acting, stay on the court, or find his own lane. The constant? The Kodjoe family cheering him on, proud and ready for whatever “next chapter” he chooses.


Stay tuned—no matter which path Nico chooses, one thing’s clear: he’s already a star in the making.

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