All About Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s 6 Children

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has long been in the public spotlight — both for his role in American politics and his connection to the iconic Kennedy family. But behind the scenes, he is also a dedicated father to six children: sons Bobby, Conor, Aidan, and Finn, and daughters Kick and Kyra.

Kennedy, the son of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy, has had three significant relationships that shaped his family life. His first marriage, to Emily Ruth Black, began in 1982 while he was in law school. They had two children — Robert Francis “Bobby” Kennedy III and Kathleen “Kick” Kennedy — before divorcing in 1994.

That same year, Kennedy married Mary Richardson. The couple welcomed four children: Conor, Kyra, Finn (short for William Finbar), and Aidan. Their marriage ended in divorce in 2010, and two years later, Richardson died by suicide.

Since 2014, Kennedy has been married to actress Cheryl Hines and is also stepfather to her daughter from a previous relationship.

Kennedy’s children have largely carved out their own paths — from filmmaking and philanthropy to activism and academia — while occasionally appearing alongside their father at public events. Some were present when he launched his 2024 presidential campaign, though Kennedy later exited the race before being nominated by President Donald Trump to lead HHS. He was confirmed by the Senate in February 2025.

Below is a look at Secretary Kennedy’s children and their diverse lives.

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Robert Francis “Bobby” Kennedy III, 40
An independent filmmaker and writer, Bobby Kennedy III has explored creative ventures ranging from political media startups to directing films like Fear and Loathing in Aspen, a biopic about Hunter S. Thompson. Married to former CIA officer Amaryllis Fox, Bobby is a father of three and lives a relatively private life with his family.

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Kathleen “Kick” Kennedy, 37
Named after her great-aunt, Kick has worked as an actress, writer, and philanthropist. A Stanford alum, she’s appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm and worked on clean water advocacy projects with her father. Kick also produced an IMAX documentary about river conservation and remains active in both entertainment and environmental causes.

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Conor Richardson Kennedy, 31
Perhaps best known for his brief relationship with Taylor Swift as a teen, Conor has since become more private, with a passion for service. He made headlines in 2022 for volunteering in Ukraine during the Russian invasion. A Georgetown Law graduate, he is now engaged to Brazilian singer Giulia Be.

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Kyra LeMoyne Kennedy, 29
Once part of New York’s socialite scene, Kyra has stepped back from the spotlight in recent years. She interned with fashion houses and remains active on social media, occasionally appearing at high-profile fashion events. She also teamed up with stepmother Cheryl Hines on a game show appearance in 2021.

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William Finbar “Finn” Kennedy, 26
A graduate of Brown University, Finn prefers to stay out of the public eye. His interests include marine biology and climate activism, and he once appeared in a National Geographic documentary. He’s also spoken at climate summits and continues to champion environmental issues.

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Aidan Caohman Vieques Kennedy, 23
Born during his father’s civil disobedience campaign in Vieques, Puerto Rico, Aidan carries the middle name of the island as a symbol of protest. A Harvard student, Aidan has interned in both politics and finance, working on campaigns and recently at Morgan Stanley. His résumé includes time on Capitol Hill as a Senate Page.