Patrick Dempsey's son Sullivan is stepping confidently into the spotlight. The 19-year-old, who is the youngest son of the Grey's Anatomy star and wife Jillian Fink, has unveiled a dramatic new fashion campaign with luxury vintage label Morphew World, showcasing a side of himself fans have rarely seen before.
In the eye-catching images, Sullivan models an array of high-fashion looks, including voluminous ballgowns, dramatic heels and avant-garde accessories.
One particularly striking photograph sees him posing in a sheer cobalt-blue gown adorned with intricate embellishments, while another captures him reclining in a sculptural satin dress against a vibrant red backdrop.
© InstagramA third image shows the aspiring actor crouching on a New York street wearing a pleated black ensemble and statement headpiece.
The campaign has quickly attracted attention online, with many fans noting Sullivan's uncanny resemblance to his mother, celebrity makeup artist and hairstylist Jillian Fink.
© InstagramFollowing a creative path
Sullivan's latest project comes just one year after graduating from the prestigious Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences in Santa Monica, California, whose alumni include stars such as Kate Hudson and Jack Black.
The teenager now lives in New York City, where he attends New York University Tisch School of the Arts while also studying acting at the renowned Stella Adler Studio of Acting.
Speaking to Parade, Patrick revealed that his son is taking his acting ambitions seriously. "He is old-fashioned about it," the actor said. "We'll see what happens."
© InstagramA family cheering him on
Sullivan's growing presence in the fashion world has already earned support from his family.
His older sister, Talula, 24, praised the campaign online, commenting: "Ugh you're perfect." Meanwhile, Jillian has also publicly applauded her son's makeup artistry, another creative skill he appears to have inherited from his mother.
Sullivan frequently shares beauty looks and fashion content with his followers on social media, often experimenting with dramatic styling and editorial-inspired makeup.
© GettyHis twin brother, Darby, has taken a different path and is currently studying at the University of California San Diego.
Patrick and Jillian's enduring love story
Behind Sullivan's success is a close-knit family led by Patrick and Jillian, who have been married since 1999.
The couple first met in 1994 when Patrick walked into Jillian's Los Angeles hair salon as a client. Although both were in other relationships at the time, romance blossomed a few years later.
"She was always flirting," Patrick once told People. Their relationship moved quickly, with Jillian moving into Patrick's home just three months after their first date.
© InstagramThe pair weathered a difficult period in 2015 when Jillian filed for divorce after 15 years of marriage. However, the couple ultimately reconciled and had the divorce petition dismissed the following year.
Reflecting on that challenging chapter, Patrick told People: "Our union has to be the priority. I wasn't prepared to give up on her and she wasn't either. We both wanted to fight for it."
The actor added: "You've got to communicate, and stay open, and not get lazy. And not give up."
The couple celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in 2024, with Patrick sharing a heartfelt tribute to his wife on social media
