Jennifer Lopez’s children have grown up under a level of attention most people will never experience. As the children of one of the world’s biggest entertainers, their lives have often attracted public curiosity—but Lopez has also tried to give them room to develop their own identities.

While some celebrity children quickly step into the spotlight, her son has largely maintained a much quieter presence. That privacy has sparked curiosity, but it has also allowed him to grow without every interest, decision or appearance becoming a public story.

As he moves further into adulthood, he faces the same question many young people do: What kind of life does he actually want? He could choose entertainment, another career, or a much more private path—and having a famous mother does not mean he has to follow her career.

Jennifer Lopez has already built her own legacy in music, film and entertainment. Her son’s story is still being written, and perhaps the most interesting part is that he appears to be doing it largely on his own terms. Will he eventually step into the spotlight, or continue choosing a life away from it?