David Bowie's First Marriage to Angela Barnett
David Bowie was married to Angela Barnett, also known as Angie Bowie, from 1970 to 1980. The couple met in London in 1969 and married on March 19, 1970. They had one son, Duncan Zowie Haywood Jones, born on May 30, 1971, who later became film director Duncan Jones. Their divorce was finalized in 1980 after a period of separation.
During the marriage, Bowie continued to release influential albums such as The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars. Angela Barnett was involved in the entertainment industry and later worked in film production. Public records and biographies confirm the marriage timeline and the birth of their son.
David Bowie's Second Marriage to Iman
David Bowie married Somali-American model and actress Iman on April 24, 1992, in Lausanne, Switzerland. The couple met in 1990 through mutual contacts in the fashion world. Iman had previously been married to basketball player Spencer Haywood. They remained married until Bowie's death on January 10, 2016.
Iman and Bowie had no biological children together but maintained a blended family. Iman continued her modeling career and founded cosmetic lines focused on women of color. Their marriage was widely covered by outlets including Forbes and remained a stable part of Bowie's later public life.
David Bowie's Relationship Timeline and Key Facts
Bowie had high-profile relationships before and during his marriages. He dated model Hermione Farthingale in the early 1970s and was linked to several figures in music and fashion. His marriages to Angela Barnett and Iman are the only legally recognized unions in public records.
| Spouse | Marriage Period | Children Together | Notable Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angela Barnett | 1970–1980 | 1 (Duncan Jones) | Bowie's Ziggy Stardust era |
| Iman | 1992–2016 | None | Married until Bowie's death |
Public records confirm only two marriages. Bowie's personal life was often intertwined with his artistic personas. Details about his relationships are documented in biographies and verified media reports.