Music legend Kenny Loggins has revealed he is married for the third time, eloping with his girlfriend Lisa Hawkins. The 78-year-old singer, known for his iconic movie soundtrack hits like “Footloose” and “Danger Zone,” shared the personal news during a Q&A session at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles on Thursday.
During the event, Loggins took a moment to acknowledge his wife, stating, “I want to take a moment and acknowledge my wife, Lisa.” Reports indicate that the couple eloped to Hawaii, and a photograph from their trip is featured in Loggins’ documentary, “Kenny Loggins: Conviction of the Heart.”
A New Chapter with Lisa Hawkins
Loggins and Lisa Hawkins have been together for approximately eight years. They reside in the Santa Ynez Valley, a picturesque area in Santa Barbara County. The singer, originally from Washington State, has lived in California for many years and raised his five adult children from his previous marriages in the region.
The “Footloose” singer also shared his current creative endeavors, expressing enthusiasm for working with his new stepdaughter, Hunter, who is 25 years old. “We perform together a lot. She covers all the high notes for me now,” Loggins remarked. “And being in the studio with her and working out new ideas is the most fun I’m having right now.” He described her as “amazing” and highlighted the joy he finds in their musical collaboration.
Loggins’ Previous Marriages and Family
This marks Loggins’ third marriage. His first marriage was to Eva Ein, with whom he was married from 1978 to 1990. They are parents to children Bella and Luke. His second marriage was to Julia Cooper, from 1992 to 2004. Loggins has five adult children in total from these two previous unions.
In 2023, Loggins made the decision to retire from touring. This move allows him to dedicate more time to his family, including his wife Lisa and his grandchildren.
A Storied Career in Music
Kenny Loggins’ career began to gain significant traction in the 1970s as part of the rock duo Loggins and Messina, alongside Jim Messina. Throughout his extensive career, he has achieved numerous accolades, including two Grammy Awards. He is widely celebrated as the “King of the Movie Soundtrack” for his contributions to major films.
His songs have become indelible parts of popular culture. The title track from the 1984 film “Footloose” and the electrifying “Danger Zone” from “Top Gun” are just two examples of his enduring hits that have resonated with audiences for decades.
The Synergy of Music and Film
Loggins has often reflected on the powerful connection between his music and the films it has accompanied. In a 2022 interview, he discussed the writing of the “Footloose” theme song. He admitted that at the time, he had no inkling that the song would become such a massive hit and a classic earworm. “This [was] the biggest movie of the summer,” he said of the Kevin Bacon film, “You can’t see that coming.”
He elaborated on the unique relationship between pop music and cinema, noting, “The movie lifts the song, the song lifts the movie, and back then, it hadn’t been done.” Loggins observed that “pop music and movies were not necessarily symbiotic” before this era, and the success of his soundtrack contributions demonstrated a new, effective synergy.
Recent Career Milestones
Loggins’ contributions to the music industry were further recognized when he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in June. He was inducted alongside other prominent artists, including Taylor Swift. This event marked a rare red carpet appearance for the singer.
The singer-songwriter’s ability to recall musical details, even as his general memory reportedly fades with age, was a point of reflection during his recent talk. He shared an anecdote where his engineer noted his remarkable recall for every track and note, even when Loggins himself felt his memory was declining. “Your memory’s not bad. You remember what’s on every track, every note plate, and you refer to them all the time,” the engineer reportedly told him. Loggins concluded that the studio remains a place where his memory and musical acumen are exceptionally sharp.
