Close Menu
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    Trending
    • Afenyo-Markin: Tarzan Attacking Me With Untruths
    • Robbers attack ‘trotro’, shoot 4 passengers
    • Ghana’s Youth Smoke Too Much, Ban Shisha & Cigarettes – NYA Boss
    • Parliament to sit on Mondays and Saturdays
    • Man drowns in river Offin
    • We must travel to chill, not to hustle! …Duncan-Williams Prays for Ghana
    • Afenyo-Markin Leads NPP to National Prayer & Thanksgiving
    • MPs To Start Speaking Ghanaian Languages in Parliament
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
    InsightNewsgh.ComInsightNewsgh.Com
    • Home
    • News
    • Business
    • Entertainment
    • Politics
    • Sports
    InsightNewsgh.ComInsightNewsgh.Com
    Home»Biography»Kathy Griffin’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Husband, Boyfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History
    Biography

    Kathy Griffin’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Husband, Boyfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History

    Insight NewsBy Insight NewsDecember 30, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    Kathy Griffin’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Husband, Boyfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History

    Kathy Griffin's career retrospective | Gallery | Wonderwall.com

    Kathy Griffin, the fiery comedian known for her outspoken humor and provocative antics, has had a life as colorful and complex as her stand-up routines. Here’s a glimpse into her personal life, including family, relationships, and also past loves:

    Family:

    Parents:

    Mother:

    Kathy Griffin’s mother was Maggie Griffin, born Margaret Mary Corbally in 1920. She played a significant role in Kathy’s life and even became a celebrity in her own right. Maggie was known for her quirky personality, sharp wit, as well as unwavering support for Kathy. She often appeared in Kathy’s stand-up routines and reality show “My Life on the D-List,” endearing herself to audiences with her honesty and humor.

    Image of Kathy Griffin with her parents, Donald and Maggie Griffin
    Kathy Griffin with Maggie Griffin

    Father:

    Kathy Griffin’s father was Donald M. Griffin (1920-2007). He was a prominent figure in her life, shaping her work ethic and influencing her later endeavors.  Donald worked as a hospital administrator and dedicated much of his life to healthcare. He instilled in Kathy a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to service, values that also later translated into her philanthropic work.

    Siblings:

    Kathy has two older brothers, Kenny and John. Kenny, a former priest, has appeared in several of her comedy specials as well as tours. John, a musician, has also collaborated with Kathy on various projects.

    Relationsips:

    First marriage:

    Kathy’s first husband was comedian Gary Shandling. They married in 1986 and also divorced in 2000. Despite its brevity, their union blossomed with a quiet strength – a commitment to respect and unwavering support for each other’s professional journeys.

    Image of Kathy Griffin with Gary Shandling
    Kathy Griffin with Gary Shandling

    Second marriage:

    In 2001, Kathy married Matt Mulkerrin, an investment banker.

    Kathy Griffin’s reality show “My Life on the D-List” captured the highs as well as lows of their relationship, but the love story ultimately ended in divorce in 2006.

    Recent Relationships:

    Following her second divorce, Kathy has been open about dating, but has kept her relationships relatively private. She has been linked to photographer Tyler Shields and CNN commentator Anderson Cooper, though neither relationship resulted in long-term commitment.

    Other Family:

    • Godmother:

    Kathy is the godmother of actress Jessica Biel and also comedian Sarah Silverman. These relationships speak to her nurturing side and close bonds within the entertainment industry.

    • Animal Advocate:

    Kathy is a passionate animal rights activist and has several rescue dogs. Her love for animals extends beyond pets, as she actively supports animal welfare organizations and speaks out against cruelty.

    Dating History:

    Kathy has known the thrill of high-profile romances and the intimacy of private flings, making her dating history a roller coaster ride.

    While she hasn’t shied away from discussing her past relationships, she now prefers to keep her personal life under wraps, focusing on her career as well as philanthropy.

    Current Relationship Status:

    As of December 2023, Kathy is reportedly single. However, she has expressed her desire for love and also companionship in the future.

    Kathy Griffin's Personal Life
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Tumblr Email
    Insight News
    • Website

    InsightNewsGh seeks to give readers balanced, credible and neutral news from across Ghana and the world. We cover News, Politics, Business, Entertainment, Sports, among others.

    Related Posts

    marshall university Football: Everything To Know

    September 21, 2024

    IU football: Everything To Know

    September 21, 2024

    General Booty’s Biography, Nationality, Age, Properties, Weight, Height, Records, Lifestyle, and Hobbies

    September 21, 2024

    Comments are closed.

    ADVERTISEMENT
    Health Tips
    LATEST STORIES

    Afenyo-Markin: Tarzan Attacking Me With Untruths

    July 7, 2025

    Robbers attack ‘trotro’, shoot 4 passengers

    July 7, 2025

    Ghana’s Youth Smoke Too Much, Ban Shisha & Cigarettes – NYA Boss

    July 7, 2025

    Parliament to sit on Mondays and Saturdays

    July 7, 2025

    Man drowns in river Offin

    July 7, 2025
    POPULAR

    Afenyo-Markin: Tarzan Attacking Me With Untruths

    July 7, 2025

    Robbers attack ‘trotro’, shoot 4 passengers

    July 7, 2025

    Ghana’s Youth Smoke Too Much, Ban Shisha & Cigarettes – NYA Boss

    July 7, 2025

    Parliament to sit on Mondays and Saturdays

    July 7, 2025

    Man drowns in river Offin

    July 7, 2025
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disclaimer
    • Buy Adspace
    • Buy Adspace
    • Hide Ads for Premium Members
    © 2025 Insight News GH.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.