The Deschanel Family
An Oscar-nominated cinematographer behind the camera and two daughters in front of it, both of whom became household names on network television.
Family Tree
Family Members
Caleb Deschanel
Cinematographer · b. 1944
A celebrated cinematographer and repeat Academy Award nominee, known for some of the most admired images in American film.
Notable Works
- The Right Stuff
- The Black Stallion
- The Natural
Emily Deschanel
Actress · b. 1976
Caleb's elder daughter, who led the long-running forensic drama Bones for twelve seasons.
Notable Works
- Bones
- Boogeyman
- Glory Road
Zooey Deschanel
Actress, Singer · b. 1980
Caleb's younger daughter, an actress and musician who starred in New Girl and records as one half of She & Him.
Notable Works
- New Girl
- (500) Days of Summer
- Elf