Let me tell you about Liza Minnelli. She's the daughter of the legendary Judy Garland, the woman who played Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, and director Vincente Minnelli. Judy passed away in 1969 at the young age of 47, leaving behind a legacy that still resonates today. But what about Liza? Did she follow in her mother's footsteps when it came to family life? Did she have kids of her own? Let's dive into the details.
Now, if you're wondering whether the star of Cabaret ever became a mom herself, you're not alone. Closer Weekly has taken a closer look at Liza's family life, and it's a fascinating story. Let's unpack it together.
Who Did Liza Minnelli Marry?
First things first, let's talk about Liza's love life. She's an EGOT winner, which means she's achieved the highest honors in entertainment, but her personal life has been a bit more complicated. Over the years, she's been married four times, but none of those marriages lasted. Still, each union had its own story, and they shaped who she is today.
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Liza's first marriage was to Peter Allen, an Australian showman who became famous as part of the singing duo The Allen Brothers in 1959. Peter and his brother were Judy Garland's opening act during her tours, and it was through Judy that Peter met Liza. They hit it off, got engaged in November 1964, and tied the knot in March 1967. But life has its twists, and by April 1970, they were separated. Their divorce was finalized in July 1974. After Liza, Peter dated model Gregory Connell until his death from AIDS-related illness in 1984. Peter passed away in 1992 at the age of 48 from AIDS-related throat cancer.
Next up, Liza married Jack Haley Jr. in September 1974. Jack was the son of Jack Haley, the actor who played the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz alongside Judy Garland. However, their marriage only lasted until April 1979, when they divorced. Life moves fast, doesn't it?
Then came Mark Gero, a sculptor and stage manager, who became Liza's third husband. They were married for 13 years, from December 1979 until January 1992, making it her longest-lasting marriage. It's clear that this relationship was special to her.
Finally, Liza married concert promoter David Gest in March 2002. But by July 2003, they had separated, and their marriage officially ended in April 2007. It seems like finding lasting love was a challenge for Liza, but she never stopped trying.
Did Liza Minnelli Have Children?
Now, here's the big question: Did Liza ever become a mother? The answer is no, she didn't have any children. But that doesn't mean she didn't want to. In fact, Liza once told Geraldo Rivera, "I desperately want a family." It's clear that motherhood was something she deeply desired.
Unfortunately, life didn't go as planned. According to People magazine, Liza experienced three miscarriages—one with Jack and two with Mark. Her close friend Allan Lazare once said, "She would've been a great mother." It's a reminder that sometimes, even the strongest desires don't come true, but they still shape who we are.
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Who Are Liza Minnelli's Siblings?
Even though Liza didn't have kids of her own, she became an aunt and godmother to her loved ones' children. As the oldest child of Judy Garland, Liza is a half-sibling to Lorna Luft and Joey Luft, Judy's children with businessman Sidney Luft.
Lorna Luft followed in the family footsteps and became an actress. She has two children of her own: son Jesse Hooker and daughter Vanessa Hooker, both from her first marriage to Jake Hooker. Lorna later found love again with her second husband, Colin Freeman, and they've been happily married since 1996.
