Years After Kevin Bacon And Kyra Sedgwick Tied The Knot, A DNA Test Revealed A Shocking Secret

In Hollywood, the prevalence of divorces often overshadows enduring love, a trend that has become increasingly evident. However, there are notable exceptions, such as Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, who have maintained a long-lasting relationship. Another couple exemplifying this enduring bond is Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick.

Kyra first encountered Kevin Bacon at the age of 12 while watching a film featuring him alongside her brother, and they subsequently met in person. Their paths would intersect again a decade later on the set of “Lemon Sky.” Initially, Kyra did not find Bacon appealing, stating, “He definitely wasn’t my type. In fact, I vividly remember looking at his butt when he walked away after we first met and thinking, Well, I guess some girls like that.”

Despite this initial impression, genuine affection blossomed between them, leading to their marriage in 1988, just a year later.

After 34 years of marriage, the couple celebrated their anniversary and welcomed two children: a son, Travis Sedgwick Bacon, and a daughter, Sosie Ruth.

Reflecting on their early years, Kyra remarked to Redbook in 2008, “If someone had told me that at 22 I was going to meet the man I was going to marry and at 23 I would marry him and have a child, I would have told them they were out of their mind.”

Kevin Bacon expresses profound gratitude for his wife, Kyra, often showcasing his appreciation through social media posts.

However, their journey has not been without challenges. Bacon recounted, “The time I was hitting what I considered to be bottom was also the time I met my wife; our kids were born, good things were happening. And I was able to keep supporting myself; that always gave me strength.”

In a significant setback, Bacon fell victim to one of the largest Ponzi schemes in history orchestrated by Bernie Madoff. For those seeking a cinematic portrayal of this scandal, “The Wizard of Lies,” featuring Robert De Niro, is highly recommended. Reports indicate that Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick lost between $30 million to $100 million, with Celebrity Net Worth estimating their losses at approximately $30-$40 million.

Bacon recounted to The Guardian, “It was a challenging day,” and elaborated, “However, we quickly shifted our focus to the positives in our lives rather than dwelling on our losses. These are the most significant aspects: our children, our health, our love, and our comfortable home. We navigated through it together. I hardly think about Madoff at all.”

In a surprising revelation during her appearance on the U.S. television program “Finding Your Roots,” Kyra discovered that she and Bacon are ninth cousins.

The realization of being in love with a distant relative can be perplexing. While Kevin was not particularly enthusiastic about this discovery, Kyra expressed that she had an inkling of it but found it “a little unsettling.” Nonetheless, she reassured that it was acceptable as long as they were not first cousins.

Despite the unexpected nature of this finding, both Kevin and Kyra chose not to make a significant issue out of it.

In fact, they enjoy their time together at their residence in Los Angeles. “I’m engaging in some writing, although I truly have no idea if I possess any talent for it,” Kyra shared with People.

“It’s really about finding activities to occupy ourselves. Certainly, I don’t spend my time with my husband reading Shakespeare, but we do watch a lot of shows and read extensively. I continue to read and strive to connect with my work on a daily basis.”

Bacon consistently goes out of his way to ensure Kyra feels cherished.

“I cannot explain how he manages it, but he always makes me feel like the most beautiful woman in the room – the only woman in the room,” Kyra remarked to People.

“He is incredibly honorable, ethically grounded, and possesses high moral standards. He does not lie or cheat, which I find attractive!” she stated. “I am perpetually impressed by Kevin’s calm demeanor and his absence of ‘drama.’”

She also attributes their remarkable chemistry in the bedroom to their strong connection.

In a lighthearted moment during a 2015 interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bacon humorously advised, “Whatever you do, don’t take relationship advice from celebrities.”