Desiree Gabrielle Dennis-Dylan Is Now Happily Married to a Woman & Followed in Dads Footsteps - M

Bob Dylan and daughter Desiree Gabrielle Dennis-Dylan | Getty Images / Instagram.com/desidennisdylan

Desiree Gabrielle Dennis-Dylan is one of iconic singer-songwriter Bob Dylan's six children and his once-secret daughter. She has followed in her dad's musical footsteps.

Desiree Gabrielle Dennis-Dylan was a secret for most of her childhood and adolescence. No one knew that her father was the greatest of American songwriters and Nobel Prize laureate, Bob Dylan.

Growing up in obscurity was a decision her father and her mother, Carolyn Dennis, made to give her as normal a childhood as possible. Desiree was fifteen when the secret was revealed to the world in Bob Dylan's biography by Howard Sounes., "Down the Highway," and made her a public figure.

Carolyn Dennis and Bob Dylan's decision is understandable when the singer-songwriter's fame is taken into account, as well as the constant interest media has always taken in his life, relationships, and causes.

As well as the Nobel Prize for Literature, Bob holds a Pullitzer, ten Grammys, the Prince of Asturias Award, an Academy Award for Best Song, and the Order of the Légion d'Honneur, among many, many others.

Desiree was part of the cast of "Found," a musical comedy directed by Tony-nominated director Moritz von Stuelpnagel which premiered on the West Coast in early 2020.

Considered one of the greatest composers of all time, Bob Dylan has sold over 100 million records. His songs became hymns of protest, odes to freedom, on the lips of generations, and he is a highly respected visual artist.

Portrait of Bob Dylan taken for Rolling Stone Magazine in Los Angeles in 1983. | Source: Getty Images

Desiree Gabrielle Dennis-Dylan's Identity Was Hidden from the Public for Years

Desiree was born on January 31, 1986, and her parents married in June of the same year. Carolyn was his backup singer, and the marriage endured until 1992. The singer never hinted at the relationship or Desiree's existence in those six years or after.

The iconic folk singer was already the father to five children -- three boys and two girls-- from his first marriage to Sarah Lownds. Not only was his second marriage kept secret, but he wasn't named Desiree's father on her birth certificate.

Nevertheless, there are indications that he was a loving and present father. In 2021, Desiree posted a loving tribute to her father on his birthday, describing their relationship as warm and affectionate. She closed by saying:

"I know my dad means a lot to a lot of people... but he means everything to me. Happy birthday, Dad. I love you. ❤️"

Desiree Gabrielle Dennis-Dylan Happily Wed a Woman without Dad's Presence

Despite Desiree's and father's proclaimed closeness, he was

from one of the most important days of her life: Her

to long-time girlfriend Kayla Sampson in June 2014 in Long Beach, California.

The wedding was intimate, with around 100 guests, the two brides' families, and friends. Kayla wore a lovely white wedding gown, and Desiree opted for satiny pants topped by a pretty, long-sleeved lacy tunic in traditional white.

During the father of the Bride dance, Kayla took to the floor with her father, and Desiree danced with her ever-supportive mother. Carolyn celebrated her daughter's happiness by singing "Amazing Grace" at the church where the wedding was held.

Neither Desiree, her mother, nor her wife commented on her father's absence, nor was he referred to in any way during the celebration. Some guests didn't know Desiree was the famous Bob Dylan's daughter.

Desiree Dennis-Dylan Became a Singer Just like Dad

Desiree had an undeniable vocal talent that she indeed owes to her parents. Her father is justly famous, and her mom is a brilliant vocalist who performed with The Carpenters, Bruce Springsteen, and Michael Jackson.

Their daughter has sung with the art group Young Americans and shared the stage with stars like Jessica Simpson, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Chaka Khan. Desiree often shares clips of her music on Instagram and YouTube.

Desiree was part of the cast of "Found," a musical comedy directed by Tony-nominated director Moritz von Stuelpnagel which premiered on the West Coast in early 2020. In her posts, Desiree has spoken wistfully of sharing music with her dad, and maybe she will one day share a stage with Bob Dylan.

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