The traditional nuclear family structure, consisting of two biological parents and their biological children, is no longer the dominant family form in many countries. Blended families, which include stepfamilies, single-parent households, and multigenerational households, have become increasingly common. According to the United States Census Bureau, in 2019, approximately 16% of children lived in blended families.

Similarly, step-parents are often portrayed as struggling to form relationships with their new step-children. In "The Royal Tenenbaums", the character of Chas, a step-father, struggles to connect with his step-children, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings.

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