A Closer Look at Barry Gibb’s Five Children: What You Should Know

Barry Gibb with his wife Linda Gibb and their children, Stephen, Ashley, Travis, Michael and Alexandra in 1992.
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Barry Gibb, the legendary Bee Gees frontman, has emphasized the importance of family throughout his illustrious career. Since marrying Linda Gray in 1970, Gibb has welcomed five children: Stephen, Ashley, Travis, Michael, and Alexandra.

Prior to starting a family, Gibb formed the iconic music group, the Bee Gees, with his brothers Robin and Maurice. The band’s monumental hits include classics such as “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart” and “You Should Be Dancing,” which solidified their reputation when they contributed to the soundtrack for Saturday Night Fever.

The couple’s first son, Stephen, was born in 1973, followed by Ashley in 1977. Travis arrived in 1981, and Michael joined the family three years later. Their youngest child, Alexandra, was born in 1991.

Throughout their childhood, the family split their time between Miami and London. Gibb noted in a 1989 interview that he often took his children on tour. “I can’t imagine what it is like to be a successful pop star without a family to support you,” he reflected.

In the 1980s, the Bee Gees faced challenges with their record label that led to an eight-year hiatus from album releases. Gibb, however, viewed this period positively, stating, “They were the happiest years of our lives because we were raising our kids. We were writing and producing songs for other people, which didn’t take up 100 percent of our time.”

Currently, Gibb continues to create music as a solo artist, often collaborating with his sons Stephen and Ashley. “They give me that youth,” he remarked in 2016, emphasizing their influence on his work.

Barry Gibb’s Children

Stephen Gibb, 52

Barry Gibb’s son Stephen Gibb attends the GRAMMY U Conference at Gibson Guitar Showroom on April 7, 2018 in Miami, Florida.
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Stephen, born on December 1, 1973, started playing guitar at the age of 13. He has since been involved in metal bands such as 58 and Black Label Society. In 2013, he joined his father on the Mythology Tour in Australia and New Zealand, performing alongside Maurice’s daughter, Samantha.

“It’s a thrill to look left and see Sami and to look to my right and see my eldest son,” Gibb remarked during the tour. Stephen and his brother Ashley collaborated with their father on the 2016 album In the Now, which Gibb credits for reigniting his passion for music.

Stephen, often referred to as Steve, has been married to Gloria Levas since 2002, and the couple has two children, Angus and Nina.

Ashley Gibb, 48

Barry Gibb and his son Ashley Gibb attending the O2 Silver Clef Awards 2017 held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
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Ashley Gibb, born on September 8, 1977, initially pursued a career in tennis but eventually tapped into his musical roots. He collaborated with his father on Barbra Streisand’s Guilty Pleasures album in 2005 and joined him in co-writing every track on the 2016 album In the Now. Ashley is married to Therese Gibb, with whom he has a son, Lucas.

Travis Gibb, 44

Travis Gibb was born on January 10, 1981, and is currently a real estate agent in Miami. He is married to Stacy Bash Gibb and they have two children, Layla and Liam. Travis often shares snapshots of his family life on social media, including moments from his outdoor adventures and celebrations.

Michael Gibb, 41

Barry Gibb’s son Michael Gibb during an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace on June 26, 2018 in London, England.
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Michael Gibb, born on December 1, 1984, differs from his musically inclined siblings. Named after his father’s close friend, Michael Jackson, he has found success in acting, appearing in films like Stan the Man and Buddies.

Alexandra Gibb, 33

Barry Gibb with his wife Linda Gibb and daughter Alexandra Gibb at the 2011 G’Day USA Los Angeles Black Tie Gala honoring Barry Gibb, Roy Emerson and Abbie Cornish on January 22, 2011.
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Alexandra, the youngest child and only daughter of Barry and Linda, was born on December 29, 1991. She played a pivotal role in one of Barry’s memorable pop culture moments, encouraging him to appear in a Saturday Night Live sketch. Despite being private, she occasionally supports her father at events, including his investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace in 2018.