A Closer Look at Bill Murray’s Six Sons and Their Lives
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Bill Murray, the iconic actor known for his roles in films like Ghostbusters and Groundhog Day, has a family of six sons from two marriages.
The 73-year-old actor first welcomed two sons, Homer, 43, and Luke, 40, with his first wife, Margaret Kelly, during their marriage from 1981 to 1996. With his second wife, Jennifer Butler, whom he married in 1997, Murray welcomed Caleb, 33, Jackson, 30, Cooper, 28, and Lincoln, 20. The couple divorced in 2008 after more than a decade of marriage.
Murray’s relationship with Butler was marked by challenges, highlighted by a notably contentious divorce. Despite this, he reflected on how the experience strengthened his relationship with his sons. "As much as the divorce was very hard, the fallout of it has been really great. I ended up much closer to my guys than I ever would have been," he shared in a 2012 interview with Esquire.
While his younger sons prefer to maintain their privacy, his eldest sons have emerged as public figures in their own right.
Homer Murray, 43
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Homer Murray, born on March 3, 1982, has charted a distinct path as a chef and restaurateur in New York City. He and business partner Syd Silver transformed their former restaurant, River Styx, into a new establishment called 21 Greenpoint in 2016. Bill Murray played an active role in the opening, even pouring drinks behind the bar. Homer noted, "What my dad lacks in experience, he makes up for in tequila."
In May 2020, the duo participated in a Nacho Challenge to raise funds for the Restaurant Employees Relief Fund, further showcasing their bond.
Luke Murray, 40
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Luke Murray, born on April 1, 1985, has pursued a successful career in sports as an assistant coach for the University of Connecticut’s men’s basketball team. He played a pivotal role in UConn’s victory in the NCAA Men’s Championship game on April 3, 2023. Bill Murray expressed immense pride, stating, "I’m very proud of this boy, he’s a wonderful kid and he’s worked very hard."
Caleb Murray, 33
Caleb, known as "Cal," is the eldest of Murray’s three sons with Jennifer Butler, born on January 11, 1993. Often private, he rarely appears in the media, though Bill has shared anecdotes about their bond, including moments spent listening to Adele during car rides to school.
Jackson Murray, 30
Jackson, born on October 6, 1995, prefers to stay out of the public eye. In a 2012 interview, Bill shared insights into his parenting approach, emphasizing the importance of balance and communication with his sons.
Cooper Murray, 28
Cooper, born on January 27, 1997, is the only one of Murray’s sons to show an interest in acting. He appeared as an Indian Chief in Moonrise Kingdom and was featured in the 2021 series The Now.
Lincoln Murray, 20
Lincoln, the youngest of the brothers, was born on May 5, 2005. Bill has kept his youngest son mostly out of the spotlight but recalled a humorous moment in a 2012 interview when Lincoln excitedly reported on a Chicago Cubs game score.
As a passionate Cubs fan, Bill Murray’s love for the game appears to have been imparted to his sons, creating a unique family dynamic that blends Hollywood fame with everyday life.
