Some sweet news! Frances Cobain and Riley Hawk, children of iconic figures in music and skateboarding, have just welcomed a new addition to their family. The couple, whose parents include legends like Kurt Cobain, Courtney Love, and Tony Hawk, announced the birth of their son, Ronin Walker Cobain Hawk, on social media.
Frances Cobain and Riley Hawk Welcome Their First Baby
Just three days ago, Frances, the daughter of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and singer Courtney Love, shared several heartwarming black-and-white photos on her social media account, including a tender moment of the baby holding her hand and a shot of Riley, smiling proudly as he cradles his newborn.
In her post, Frances shared the baby’s birth date, September 17, 2024, along with a heartfelt caption that read, “Welcome to the world, most beautiful son. We love you more than anything.”
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The announcement received a wave of love and congratulations from family and friends. Among the first to express his joy was proud grandfather Tony Hawk, who commented, “My favorite grandson!” The baby’s arrival marks a new chapter in the lives of Frances and Riley, who tied the knot last October.
feeling emo as HELL at this picture of Tony Hawk holding & staring lovingly at his grandson who is also Kurt Cobain’s grandson 💞💞💞 https://t.co/p22xVKMd48 pic.twitter.com/BC37lpyfYc
— genevieve 💕 (@genevieveew) September 30, 2024
Riley, the eldest son of skateboarding legend Tony Hawk and his ex-wife Cindy Dunbar, is the father of four children, with Ronin being his first child with Frances. Last year, Tony Hawk praised his son in an Instagram post celebrating his 31st birthday, sharing his gratitude for Riley finding both love and a steady path in life.
Frances, who was previously married to musician Isaiah Silva, is the only child of Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love. Her son’s birth has drawn attention from fans and family, including connections to her late father’s musical legacy.
Ronin’s arrival was met with warm messages from several of Frances’s extended musical family.
Harper Grohl, daughter of Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl, shared her excitement, writing, “WE LOVE YOU tiny prince!! What a beautiful gift to such special parents. You are so loved.”
Musicians from Frances’s wider circle, including Michael Stipe of R.E.M. and Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth, also sent their well-wishes. Stipe shared a message filled with warmth, “With all the love and energy in the whole world,” while Gordon added a simple but heartfelt, “Huge congratulations!”
The Love Story of Frances Bean and Riley Hawk
According to TMZ, the wedding took place on October 7 in a small and private ceremony in the company of family members and close friends in Los Angeles, California. However, what is most impressive about this union is that the couple had a luxury ‘best man’ since the ceremony was officiated by none other than Michael Stipe, leader and vocalist of the band R.E.M.
Since then, their love has remained strong, which is why both Frances and Riley decided not to let more time pass and join their lives officially in October, 2023.
It should be noted that this would be the first marriage for Riley; while for Frances it would be the second, since from 2014 to 2016 she was married to Isaiah Silva, singer and guitarist of the group The Eeries.
