Fathers of gifted males play an important role in shaping the motivation and achievement of their sons. This is especially true with the millennial generation, given their unique characteristics and experiences. This session presents a study of 10 high achieving young men and their fathers. The study examines the powerful influence of fathers in developing the talents of their sons. Significant themes across the father-son relationships highlighting successful parenting practices are presented. Implications for parents hoping to better support the intellectual and emotional development of their sons are discussed.