Barry Manilow, a veteran of the soft rock industry, is currently in the news for his much-discussed special, A Very Barry Christmas. The one-hour program features some of the most iconic hits from the singer, including “Copacabana” and “Mandy,” alongside several festive classics. As such, there has been a surge in fans’ curiosity regarding Barry Manilow’s personal life, including details about his husband. But who is the 81-year-old artist married to?
Here’s everything you need to know regarding Manilow and his current spouse.
Who is Barry Manilow married to?
Barry Manilow has been married to long-time husband Garry Kief.
The news came as a surprise for everyone, as Manilow was previously hitched to his high-school sweetheart, Susan Deixler. However, the duo resolved their marriage in 1966, with “The Old Songs” singer coming out to the world decades later in 2017. (via People) Despite all the ups and downs, Manilow and his current husband, Garry Kief, have remained inseparable ever since they first locked eyes.
What is Garry Kief’s job?
Barry Manilow’s husband, just like the legendary musician, also pursues a profession in the show business.
Garry Kief is the singer’s manager, a position he first undertook sometime after the pair’s encounter. A University of California alum, he has also been the President and CEO of Stiletto Entertainment since 1981, managing talents such as Matt Dusk and Lorna Luft. Other than that, Kief is a trustee of the Judy Garland Heirs Trust as well, as per Deadline.
Barry Manilow and Garry Kief’s relationship history
Barry Manilow first met his husband Garry Kief in 1978.
Shedding light on their maiden encounter in a 2017 interview with People, the singer recalled, “I knew that this was it. I was one of the lucky ones. I was pretty lonely before that.” Following decades of dating, the couple finally exchanged vows in April 2014. The wedding was organized at their 53-acre Palm Springs home in California, with only 20 to 30 guests presiding over.
Garry Kief had a one-year-old daughter named Kirsten from his previous marriage when he met Manilow. The pair has since raised her alongside one another. In 2023, Barry Manilow and his husband became grandparents for the first time, after Kirsten embraced motherhood via adoption. (via People)
