As a Teen, Rod Stewart Gave His First Child up for Adoption, but Decades Later, She Found Him – Rare Photo of His Daughter
In addition to being an iconic rock star, Rod Stewart is also a dedicated father. Meet the children he embraced throughout different relationships over the years, including the daughter he had to place for adoption after fathering her as a teenager.
Throughout the years, he has had eight children from five different relationships. The oldest is the daughter he fathered at 17 and put up for adoption. However, they later reunited unexpectedly.
Let’s take a closer look at Rod’s children.
Kimberly Stewart
On August 21, 1979, Rod Stewart gave birth to Kimberly Stewart, his second child and the first with his ex-wife Alana Stewart. Kimberly, who was raised by her parents until their divorce in 1984, carved out a career for herself in the public eye.
She established a solid reputation in the fashion world by appearing on the covers of prominent magazines including Tatler, American Vogue, and Elle.
In 2021, Kimberly unexpectedly ventured into entrepreneurship by launching her luxury organization company, The Realm by Kimberly Stewart. She explained that the idea came to her during quarantine. “I couldn’t stand looking at the chaos going on in my dad’s pantry and kitchen, so I got to work,” she revealed.
When she posted the results on the internet, she was flooded with requests for her services. “At that point, the idea came to life, and I realized that I needed to reorganize closets professionally,” she explained.
Sean Stewart
Sean Stewart, Rod’s eldest son, was born on September 1, 1980. Following in his father’s footsteps, Sean pursued a music career, but he is perhaps most known for his 2007 appearance on the A&E reality show “Sons of Hollywood.”
The series chronicled Sean and other young celebrities as they navigated the challenges of life in Hollywood. Alongside his music and TV projects, Sean also made a name for himself in fashion with his streetwear brand, Dirty Weekend.
Before launching the unisex line, Sean turned to his longtime friend and Talentless designer, Scott Disick, for guidance. “I always call him and ask him for advice, and he always gives it to me. He’s very good at that kind of stuff,” Sean shared.
Ruby Stewart
Ruby Stewart, Rod’s fourth child, was born on June 17, 1987, during his relationship with model Kelly Emberg. Ruby pursued her own entrepreneurial path, becoming the force behind BESO Shade, a clothing line specializing in protective sportswear for women.
According to her Instagram, Ruby is the founder and CEO of the brand, creating functional and stylish options for active women.
Renee Stewart
As Rod’s fifth child and eldest with New Zealand model Rachel Hunter, Renee Stewart was born on June 1, 1992. Renee found her calling in the arts as a dancer, dedicating herself to movement and expression.
As per her social media, she also embraces wellness, sharing her passion as a yoga and meditation teacher.
Liam Stewart
Liam McAlister Stewart, Rod’s sixth child,was born on September 5, 1994, during his marriage to Rachel. Growing up in California, Liam pursued a hockey career, starting in high school and later playing for the Spokane Chiefs in the Western Hockey League.
He competed in the Elite Ice Hockey League with teams like the Coventry Blaze and Guildford Flames, eventually moving to play professionally in New Zealand.
Alastair Stewart
Born in November 2005, Alastair Wallace Stewart is Rod’s seventh child and first with model Penny Lancaster. Though he tends to stay out of the public eye, Alastair has shown a strong passion for swimming, even competing in — and winning — several races.
As per reports, Rod supported his son’s Olympic aspirations by planning to build a training pool at his U.K. mansion for Alastair. Apart from his athletic pursuits, Alastair has also done some modeling work, taking after his mother’s career in front of the camera.
Aiden Stewart
As Rod’s youngest child with Penny Lancaster, Aiden Patrick Stewart was born in February 2011. Though still young, Aiden has already faced some challenging moments.
In December 2022, Rod shared that Aiden experienced a panic attack during a youth basketball game, initially mistaken for a heart attack. “He was going blue and was unconscious until he calmed down. It was scary, but it turned out to be a panic attack,” Rod revealed.
Sarah Streeter
Sarah Streeter, Rod’s first-born, was welcomed into the world on November 6, 1963, when the rock star was just 17 years old. Rod and his then-girlfriend Susannah Boffey made the tough decision to place Sarah up for adoption.
Taliking about his choice, Rod admitted he was “stone broke” and simply unable to support a child. Sarah spent her early years in foster care before she was adopted at five by Gerald and Evelyn Thubron, who raised her as their own.
Sarah learned about her biological father’s identity when she was 18 but she didn’t reconnect with him until 2007 after both of her adoptive parents had passed away.
By then, Sarah had faced significant challenges in her personal life, including years of struggling with substance abuse, particularly in her early thirties.
After that, she admitted that her grief over losing her mother led to a downward spiral, culminating in a battle with crack co-ca-ine ad==dictio–n. “Why I’m still here I don’t know,” she reflected, expressing regret for the pain her a–d-dic–tion caused her loved ones.
Yet, Sarah highlighted the importance of sharing her experience, adding, “But I’ve chosen to talk about it because I think it’s important to be honest and to show that even if you hit rock-bottom, you can get over it.”
Throughout her recovery journey, Rod was a constant source of support. Sarah confided in him early on, and Rod, familiar with the struggles his own children had faced with substance issues, expressed deep concern and compassion.
Sarah revealed, “It’s not all new to him, of course. His eldest son, Sean, has had drug problems in the past and Kimberly had issues with alcohol, although they’re all doing really well now.”
Sarah and Rod’s reunion came about surprisingly. Longtime guitarist Jim Cregan recalled the moment when Sarah, eager to meet her biological father, showed up at a recording studio. Unsure if the woman’s claims were true, Rod sent Jim to investigate.
Cregan immediately saw the resemblance, noting Sarah was a “dead ringer” for Rod, with her dimpled chin and distinct features. The two began to meet cautiously, with Rod eventually signing cards and emails as “Dad.”
For Sarah, initially this gesture was strange, as she’d always called her adoptive father Dad. However, over time, she grew comfortable with it.
“[…] It has become much more relaxed and now he’s just Dad to me. You can’t get away from the fact that he’s Rod Stewart the star, but when we’re together I put that at the back of my mind,” Sarah revealed.
She added, “I’m not engaging with that person but with Rod the man — my dad. I feel like I am a genuine part of his extended family, which is wonderful.” Though she has met nearly all her half-siblings and thought of them as very friendly, Sarah acknowledged that their different backgrounds set them apart.Family vacation packages
She described her sisters as “very glamorous and very beautifully turned out,” noting that she sometimes feels self-conscious around them due to their contrasting upbringings.
In spite of these differences, Sarah values her place within the Stewart family. She’s had several family get-togethers with Rod and Penny, whom she said were “lovely.” Reflecting on her journey, Sarah expressed deep appreciation for her evolving relationship with Rod.Family vacation packages
During a 2013 interview, Rod shared about fatherhood and revealed that he was basking in the joy of watching his children, particularly the younger ones, grow. The rock star added that he and Sarah “[got] on really well with each other” and kept in touch.