Veteran musician Paul Simon continues to make headlines for his contribution to the music industry. A few months earlier, the “Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes” singer announced his Quiet Celebration Tour, which included concerts at several locations across the US and Canada. As such, Paul Simon fans often ask questions about his personal life, including details about his wife and kids.
So, let’s take a deep dive into the 16-time Grammy winner’s marriage and family.
Who is Paul Simon’s wife?
Paul Simon has been married to his wife, Edie Brickell, since 1992.
Similar to her partner, Brickell is also a seasoned musician. She is especially known for 1988’s Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars, which served as the debut album of her alternative rock jam band, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians. Additionally, Brickell has also worked on projects with Paul Simon on certain occasions. She also has two albums with actor Steve Martin under her name, with their 2013 collaboration, Love Has Come for You, even fetching her a Grammy award.
How many kids do Paul Simon and Edie Brickell have?
Paul Simon and his wife Edie Brickell are parents to three children. Their firstborn, Adrian Edward, was born in December 1992, with the couple welcoming Lulu Simon and Gabriel Elijah in April 1995 and May 1998, respectively. Additionally, Simon also shares Harper Simon, his eldest child, with former partner Peggy Harper. All of his children follow music, with Harper even forming a band called The Heavy Circles with Edie Brickell in 2008.
Paul Simon and Edie Brickell’s relationship history
The couple first locked eyes at Saturday Night Live’s backstage area during one of the show’s November 1988 episodes. At the time, Edie Brickell and her New Bohemians band were performing a piece on the live comedy sketch series. Afterwards, Simon and Brickell connected during an afterparty, where they discussed plans for Simon to attend Brickell’s next performance in New York.
Their first romantic outing together happened at a Japanese restaurant. Nevertheless, Simon tends to consider his visit to Brickell’s hometown of Dallas, after their meet-cute in New York, to be the pair’s “first big date.” On May 30, 1992, Simon and Brickell solidified their relationship by exchanging vows in a private ceremony in Long Island.
