Beyond his legendary status as a rock star, Rod Stewart has been a devoted father. Join us to explore the lives of his children, including the poignant story of the daughter he once had to give up for adoption when he was a teenager, and how they later reconnected.
Rod’s life journey as a parent includes having eight children from five different relationships. The eldest is a daughter he fathered at 17, whom he put up for adoption, with an unexpected reunion ensuing later in life.
Let’s delve deeper into the lives of Rod’s children.
Kimberly Stewart
On August 21, 1979, Rod Stewart welcomed his second child, Kimberly Stewart, with ex-wife Alana Stewart. Raised by both parents until their divorce in 1984, Kimberly made her mark in the fashion industry, gracing the covers of prestigious magazines like Tatler, American Vogue, and Elle.
Amid the 2021 pandemic, Kimberly embraced entrepreneurship, founding a luxury organization company, The Realm by Kimberly Stewart, inspired by reorganizing her father’s pantry and kitchen during lockdown. “The chaos I saw motivated me,” she shared.
Her social media posts of the transformation attracted a surge of interest. “Realizing the demand for my work, I decided to make this my career,” she explained.
Sean Stewart
As part of his diverse ventures, Sean, Rod’s son, was featured in the hit reality show that portrayed the lives of young celebrities in Hollywood. Besides his musical and television endeavors, Sean ventured into fashion by creating a streetwear brand, Dirty Weekend.
Sean credits his friend Scott Disick for guidance in establishing his fashion line, “He gives me excellent advice,” Sean noted.
Ruby Stewart
Born during Rod’s relationship with model Kelly Emberg, Ruby Stewart entered the world on June 17, 1987. Like her siblings, she pursued her entrepreneurial dreams, launching BESO Shade, a women’s sportswear brand, where she serves as founder and CEO, providing innovative outfits for active women.
Ruby’s dedication to combining style and function in sportswear has made her brand a popular choice among women.
Renee Stewart
Renee Stewart, born June 1, 1992, is Rod’s fifth child with New Zealand model Rachel Hunter. Immersed in the arts, Renee’s passion unfolds through dance, alongside teaching yoga and meditation, promoting wellness and self-expression on her social media platforms.
Liam Stewart
Liam McAlister Stewart, born on September 5, 1994, is Rod’s sixth child and was brought up with a keen interest in hockey. His athletic pursuits began in high school and led him to play for various teams in the Western Hockey League and professionally in New Zealand.
Liam’s journey through sports has included playing with Coventry Blaze and Guildford Flames in the Elite Ice Hockey League.
Alastair Stewart
Born in November 2005, Alastair Wallace Stewart is Rod’s seventh child, and while maintaining privacy, he has shown exceptional talent in swimming. His achievements include winning several races, fueling Rod’s plans to build a dedicated training pool for him.
Alastair also dabbles in modeling, following in his mother’s footsteps and exploring a potential career path in front of the camera.
Aiden Stewart
Aiden Patrick Stewart, the youngest son, was born in February 2011 to Rod and Penny Lancaster. Even as a child, Aiden experienced trying moments, such as a worrisome panic attack during a basketball game, which was initially mistaken for a heart attack. Rod recounted, “He turned blue and became unconscious, but it was only a panic attack.”
Sarah Streeter
Sarah Streeter was born to the young Rod Stewart on November 6, 1963, with Susannah Boffey. Financial constraints led them to place her up for adoption. Sarah discovered her biological father Rod’s identity at 18 but did not reach out to him until after her adoptive parents passed in 2007.
Sarah battled with addiction in her early thirties, a struggle that was publicly known. She shared, “Despite my struggles, it’s important to be open and show that even hitting rock bottom isn’t the end. Recovery is possible.”
Throughout Sarah’s recovery, Rod was a constant support, providing understanding born of personal experience with his other children facing similar issues.
Jim Cregan, Rod’s guitarist, reminisced the day when Sarah, wishing to meet Rod, appeared at the studio. Cregan recognized the strong resemblance and informed Rod, leading to their first meeting. Their bond grew over time, with Rod lovingly signing off as “Dad.” For Sarah, acknowledging him as “Dad” felt odd at first, but she gradually adapted.
Sarah has found her place in the wider Stewart family, noting the contrasting backgrounds with her half-siblings, yet she cherishes the welcoming family gatherings with Rod and Penny, whom she described as “lovely.”
In a 2013 interview, Rod embraced the joys of fatherhood, remarking how he cherished the time spent with all his children, particularly the younger ones. He noted his successful connection with Sarah, emphasizing that they’ve maintained contact.
