When you think of Lee Greenwood, the legendary country singer behind "God Bless the U.S.A.," you might picture him on stage with a guitar in hand. But there's more to this iconic artist than just his music. Lee is also a devoted dad who cherishes every moment with his blended family. He and his wife, Kimberly Payne, have been together since 1992, celebrating the milestones of their children with pride and joy. Let's dive into the story of Lee's family and get to know the incredible kids who make him proud every day.
A Look at Lee Greenwood's Children
Lee and Kimberly have two sons together, Dalton and Parker. But that's not all—Lee is also a father to four older children, Laura, Marc, Kelly, and Ted, from previous relationships. That makes six kids in total! Lee has opened up about his first marriage, which happened when he was just 17 years old. It was during this time that he became a father for the first time. "We had two children [Laura and Ted], and I’m still very close to both of them," Lee shared with Closer in March 2020. Interestingly, being a young dad played a role in his life beyond music. "That’s why I was given 3A [classification] in the Vietnam draft. I would’ve gladly joined the military, but it kept me out," he explained.
While Lee has kept his relationships with his other two older children and their mothers private, he's been open about the love he shares with Kimberly. "Kim is the only woman I’ve ever loved," he told The Boot in March 2010. "I don’t say that to make my other wives feel bad. My exes, I don’t talk to them—they weren’t pleasant divorces. But for my children’s sake, I do respect their mothers because they took care of those children when I wasn’t there. I’m an active father in this marriage, and I think that’s how I’ve changed and matured. You search until you find someone that you really love. That’s the key," he added.
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Meet Lee Greenwood's Sons Dalton and Parker
Lee’s two youngest sons, Dalton and Parker, are following in their dad's musical footsteps. Parker graduated from Texas Christian University in 2022 with a degree in musical theater and composition, showing off his passion for the arts. Meanwhile, Dalton earned a PhD from Vanderbilt University, proving that he's not only smart but also musically talented. Videos of Dalton singing have been shared on Lee's Facebook page, giving fans a glimpse into the family's musical side. "They’re upstanding young men who’ve taken the world by the horns!" Lee proudly told Closer about his boys.
Lee credits his family's strong bond to living outside the glitz and glam of Hollywood. "One of the key things is getting out of Tinseltown—we live in Tennessee," he said. "And our creativity about love and passion for our life is what keeps us so solidly together. We shared all of the ups and downs of raising the boys. Now we’re empty nesters and reach out for things to do to keep our love alive. There’s no limit on things that my wife likes to do, and I love that," he added.
