Kris Kristofferson's Children: Meet His 8 Kids and Family

Kris Kristofferson is more than just his legendary singing and songwriting skills, he’s a dedicated husband to his wife Lisa Meyers and the loving patriarch of their blended family. The “From Here to the Moon and Back” artist adores his eight kids, Tracy, Kris Jr., Casey, Jesse, Jody, Johnny, Kelly Marie and Blake.

Kris has been married to Lisa for 38 years, but he actually first experienced parenthood alongside his first wife, Fran Beer. The former couple tied the knot in 1960 and two years later, their eldest child, Tracy, arrived in 1962. The A Star is Born actor and Fran then welcomed their son, Kris Jr., in 1968 before going their separate ways in 1969.

Following his first divorce, Kris found love with Rita Coolidge. One year after walking down the aisle in 1973, the pair expanded Kris’ family when they welcomed their only child together, a daughter named Casey. However, they split after seven years of marriage in 1980.

Fortunately, this wouldn’t be the last time the Grammy Award winner experienced the joys of fatherhood. After crossing paths with Lisa, an attorney, at a gym in Malibu, California, in 1982, the duo exchanged vows in 1983. That same year, they welcomed their first child together, son Jesse, followed by Jody in 1985, Johnny in 1988 and Kelly Marie in 1990. The lovebirds completed Kris’ family with their youngest child, Blake, in 1994.

At the time he first met Lisa, the Blade actor had no interest in settling down for the third time. “I was gun-shy about any relationship heavier than a one-night stand,” Kris explained to People in 1998. “The road had been my escape, going out and pouring it all into performing.”

Despite his ill feelings toward falling in love, the Hollywood icon said he “saw something there that was promising” with Lisa, he told Independent in April 2004. After giving romance another shot, though, Kris couldn’t be more thankful for the beautiful life and family he created with Lisa. The handsome hunk praised his spouse for teaching him the importance of balancing his career and life at home.

“As my family started getting bigger, it finally beat its way into my consciousness: ‘Wake up, man. This is what really matters,'” he gushed to People.

Scroll through the gallery below to learn more about Kris’ eight children!

Tracy Kristofferson

Kris’ first child, whom he shares with his first ex-wife, Fran, was born on January 9, 1962. Tracy is a Stanford University graduate who followed in her dad’s famous footsteps, becoming a talented actress and producer. Per IMDb, she’s best known for producing Pharaoh’s Army in 1995, as well as acting in 1985’s Trouble in Mind, 1990’s Night of the Cyclone, 1991’s Another Pair of Aces: Three of a Kind and 1995’s A Place to Grow.

Tracy has strayed from the spotlight for the most part since, aside from making a few rare appearances with her dad over the years. As far as her personal life, she was married to her ex-husband Richard Tyson, but they divorced in 2018, according to reports.

Casey Kristofferson

Casey arrived in 1974 during Kris’ marriage with Rita. Casey clearly inherited her mom and dad’s impressive musical skills, becoming the frontwoman of her band The Casey Kristofferson Band. Per her Instagram bio, Casey has been “sharing [the stage] with her parents Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge for years.”

The auburn-haired beauty is a North Carolina-based touring and recording artist, according to reports, and in 2019, she released her debut album. The record titled Dirty Feet includes nine tracks and is available on all streaming services.

Jesse Kristofferson

After marrying his third spouse, Lisa, in 1983, the couple welcomed their son Jesse that same year in October. Jesse caught the acting bug from his dad, appearing in films and TV shows like Planet of the Apes in 2001, Melrose Place in 2010 and Days of Our Lives in 2012. His latest acting credit is in 2013’s Range Junkies.

Jody Kristofferson

While his older siblings either embraced or stayed away from the showbiz spotlight, the duo’s son Jody — who was born on May 21, 1985 — took a different route in life. In fact, Jody is a former professional wrestler for the WWE.

According to ProWrestlingFandom.com, Jody made his WWE debut in August 2010. He went by the name Jody Reese for two years before joining the WWE’s roster for the Florida Championship Wrestling in 2012. At that time, he became known in the ring as Garrett Dylan. However, Jody ultimately retired from wrestling in 2017.

Kelly Marie Kristofferson

Kris and Lisa welcomed their daughter Kelly Marie in 1990. She too is a multitalented woman, having paved a career as an actress and musician. Her most famous credits include roles in 2016’s Traded and 2017’s Pimp My Life. IMDb reported she’s also set to appear in Little Lamb and Heartbreak and Other Sharp Things in 2021.

In addition to her acting career, Kelly Marie is a singer. In 2013, Kelly Marie joined her dad on stage at Magnolia Fest in Florida to perform his song “The Wonder,” per YouTube.

In terms of her personal life, Kelly Marie is married to her husband, Aydin Hamami. In February 2021, the couple celebrated their third wedding anniversary, with Kelly Marie posting a tribute on her Instagram page. “Thanks for always taking me to the place we never go,” she gushed in the caption.