Tony Hawk Finally Speaks About Kurt Cobain

In a new NBC documentary series titled “My Generation,” Hawk – who is now the father-in-law of Kurt Cobain’s daughter Frances Bean Cobain – recalled hearing Nirvana’s smash 1991 hit “Smells Like Teen Spirit” for the first time.

“I was actually in New York interviewing a band for Thrasher magazine. Someone from the label said, ‘Hey, we have this new Nirvana’, and put it on in the room,” Hawk explained. “Everyone stopped what they were doing and everyone looked around. And you just knew. You knew this was it.”

Frances Bean Cobain, daughter of Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love, and Riley Hawk, son of skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, married in October 2023. The union of these two figures from iconic families brings together the worlds of music and extreme sports, creating a fusion of legacy and individuality. Frances Bean, an artist and model, has long been in the public eye due to her parents’ fame, but she has carved out her own path through visual art and fashion. Riley Hawk, a professional skateboarder and musician, has similarly followed in his famous father’s footsteps, while also establishing his own career.

Their wedding was intimate and private, reflecting their desire for a more personal life despite their public backgrounds. Their relationship, which began in 2021, highlights the connection between two people who share a deep understanding of life in the spotlight, yet both have remained relatively low-key about their relationship. With this marriage, Frances Bean and Riley Hawk unite two powerful legacies, symbolizing not just the continuation of their family histories but also their own shared journey into the future. Their relationship blends creativity, resilience, and a strong bond built on mutual understanding.

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