David Bowie's Two Wives: The Glam Rock Muse And The Ever-Present True Love (2025 Update)
The legacy of David Bowie, the chameleonic rock icon, is defined not just by his revolutionary music and personas, but also by the two extraordinary women who stood beside him during his most transformative and enduring eras. As of late 2025, public interest remains fiercely focused on his personal life, particularly the stark contrast between his two marriages: the tumultuous, creative partnership with his first wife, Angie Bowie, and the profound, decades-long romance with his second wife, the supermodel Iman.
This article dives deep into the lives of these two women, providing a comprehensive, up-to-date look at their biographies, their pivotal roles in Bowie's life, and their current status as they continue to honor his memory and manage their own successful careers in 2025.
The Two Pillars: Complete Biographies of Angie Bowie and Iman
To truly understand the impact of David Bowie's wives, one must first look at the women themselves. Their backgrounds are as different as the eras of Bowie's career they influenced.
Angie Bowie (Mary Angela Barnett)
- Full Name: Mary Angela Barnett
- Born: September 25, 1949
- Place of Birth: Cyprus (to American parents)
- Career: Model, Actress, Journalist, Author, Musician
- Relationship with Bowie: Married 1970–1980
- Child with Bowie: Duncan Jones (born 1971, originally Zowie Bowie)
- Key Role: The driving force and muse behind David Bowie's early Glam Rock image, including the creation of the Ziggy Stardust persona.
Iman (Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid)
- Full Name: Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid
- Born: July 25, 1955
- Place of Birth: Mogadishu, Somalia
- Career: Supermodel, Actress, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
- Relationship with Bowie: Married 1992–2016 (until his death)
- Child with Bowie: Alexandria Zahra Jones (Lexi Jones, born 2000)
- Key Role: Bowie's enduring "true love," credited with bringing stability and profound happiness to his later life, and a global fashion icon in her own right.
Angie Bowie: The Muse of Glam Rock and the Controversial Split
Angie Bowie's decade-long marriage to David Bowie coincided with his most explosive and experimental period, from the tail end of his folk-rock phase into the full-blown phenomenon of Glam Rock. Meeting in 1969, they married in 1970 and quickly became the ultimate power couple of the London scene, embodying the androgynous, boundary-pushing spirit of the time.
Angie is widely credited as an essential creative collaborator, helping to shape the outrageous costumes and theatrical stage presence that defined the Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane eras. Her influence was instrumental in Bowie’s transformation from a struggling artist into a global superstar.
The marriage, however, was famously unconventional and ultimately tumultuous, ending in divorce in 1980. The dissolution of their relationship was followed by a period of estrangement from their son, Duncan Jones, who became a successful filmmaker, directing films like *Moon* and *Source Code*. In a January 2025 blog post on her official site, Angie Bowie Barnett continues to reflect on her life and experiences, indicating that she remains an active and outspoken figure in the public sphere.
She has consistently discussed her relationship with Bowie in the media, offering candid and sometimes controversial accounts, including recent comments in 2024 about Bowie's relationships with other figures like Mick Jagger. Her public life has cemented her role as a primary source of behind-the-scenes stories from the wild, early days of Glam Rock.
Iman: The Love Story That Endured Beyond Death
David Bowie’s second marriage to Iman, a Somali-American supermodel and businesswoman, marked a profound shift toward stability and domestic bliss in his life. They met in 1990 and married on April 24, 1992, with a formal ceremony at The American Church of St James in Florence, Italy. Unlike his first marriage, which was defined by career and controversy, his union with Iman was marked by deep, quiet devotion.
Bowie frequently described his meeting with Iman as love at first sight, claiming she was the one who taught him the true meaning of happiness. The couple welcomed their daughter, Alexandria Zahra Jones (Lexi), in 2000, further solidifying their private, family-focused life away from the glare of the rock-star lifestyle.
Iman's 2025 Update: The Ever-Present Husband
In the years since David Bowie's passing in January 2016, Iman has become a powerful symbol of enduring love and dignified grief. Her public statements, even as of 2025, are a testament to their bond. She has repeatedly stated that she will never remarry, famously declaring, "This was my true love."
In a powerful and oft-repeated sentiment, Iman refuses to refer to Bowie as her "late" husband, preferring to say he is "ever-present" in her life. In a particularly poignant moment around her 70th birthday in July 2025, she shared a rare glimpse into their private life, revealing a final birthday card from Bowie, an act that resonated deeply with fans globally.
Iman continues to manage her successful beauty and fashion empire while maintaining a fiercely protective stance over her daughter, Lexi Jones, who has recently begun to step into the public eye. Lexi is now an artist and musician, with her career starting to gain traction in the 2025–present period, carrying on a piece of her father's creative spirit. Through Iman's continued devotion and her daughter's burgeoning career, the Bowie-Iman legacy remains vibrant and current.
The Children and The Enduring Legacy
The two marriages produced two children who have both gone on to forge successful careers while navigating the shadow of their iconic father.
- Duncan Jones (Zowie Bowie): David Bowie's first child, born in 1971, is a critically acclaimed and successful filmmaker. He maintains a private life but has spoken warmly of his father, especially after his passing, and is a key figure in preserving the integrity of the Bowie artistic estate.
- Alexandria Zahra Jones (Lexi Jones): Born in 2000, Lexi is David Bowie's second child. Having recently finished college, she has focused on her career as a visual artist and musician. Her mother, Iman, has ensured she had a normal upbringing, often sharing glimpses of her artwork on social media, showcasing a new generation of Bowie creativity.
The stories of Angie Bowie and Iman are inseparable from the narrative of David Bowie. Angie was the catalyst for the flamboyant, revolutionary artist who gave the world Ziggy Stardust and *The Man Who Fell to Earth*. Iman was the anchor who grounded The Thin White Duke, allowing him to find a lasting, ordinary happiness that defined his final decades. Both women, in their own unique ways, played the most critical roles in the life of one of the greatest cultural figures of the 20th century, and their stories continue to evolve in the modern era.
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