The Lennon Family
The two sons of a Beatle, born to different mothers a generation apart, both pursued music careers out of an inescapable shadow.
John Lennon
Musician, Songwriter · b. 1940–1980
Co-founder and creative force of the Beatles, later a solo artist and peace activist, until his murder in 1980.
Notable Works
- Imagine
- The Beatles (with band)
- Double Fantasy
Julian Lennon
Musician, Photographer · b. 1963
John's son with first wife Cynthia Lennon, and the inspiration for the Beatles song 'Hey Jude'; built his own recording career in the 1980s.
Notable Works
- Valotte
- Too Late for Goodbyes
Sean Lennon
Musician · b. 1975
John's son with Yoko Ono, born on his father's 35th birthday, who has pursued an experimental and indie music career.
Notable Works
- Into the Sun
- Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger (with Charlotte Kemp Muhl)