Jamie Foxx might be one of Hollywood’s most versatile stars—Oscar-winning actor, Grammy-winning musician, and stand-up comedy legend—but ask him about his proudest role, and he’ll tell you it’s being a dad. The man who brought Ray Charles to life on screen and made us laugh in Horrible Bosses is also the father of two incredible daughters, Corinne and Anelise. And while he’s never tied the knot, his family life is anything but ordinary. Let’s dive into the women in his life, his kids, and why marriage just wasn’t his thing.
The Mothers of His Children: Connie Kline and Kristin Grannis
Jamie Foxx has never been married, but he’s had two significant relationships that brought him his daughters. His first child, Corinne Marie Bishop, was born in 1994 to Connie Kline, an Air Force veteran and later an IRS agent. Foxx and Kline dated briefly in the early ‘90s, but their relationship didn’t last. Still, Connie’s influence on Corinne is undeniable—Corinne once posted a tribute to her mom on Veterans Day, calling her a role model for strength and perseverance.
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Fast-forward to 2008, and Foxx welcomed his second daughter, Anelise Bishop, with therapist Kristin Grannis. Unlike Connie, Kristin has stayed mostly out of the spotlight, but Foxx has made it clear that they maintain a respectful co-parenting relationship. Anelise, now 16, has inherited her dad’s musical talents (more on that later) and has been a huge part of his recovery after his 2023 health scare.
Foxx has been open about why he never married either woman. In his memoir, Act Like You Got Some Sense, he wrote that he never saw himself as the “marrying type.” He’s watched friends go through divorces and seen how it can fracture families, and he believes love doesn’t need a legal contract to thrive. Instead, he’s focused on raising his girls with “a safe and loving atmosphere”—and by all accounts, he’s nailed it.
The Foxx Girls: Corinne and Anelise
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to grow up as Jamie Foxx’s kid, the answer is: pretty amazing, with a side of hilarious embarrassment. His daughters, Corinne (31) and Anelise (16), couldn’t be more different, but they both share his talent and his big heart.
Corinne Foxx: The Emmy-Winning Multihyphenate
Corinne was born on February 15, 1994, and she’s been stealing the spotlight ever since. She followed her dad into Hollywood, but she’s carved out her own path as an actress, model, producer, and TV host. You might recognize her from movies like 47 Meters Down: Uncaged or the Hulu series Dollface, but her biggest gig is co-hosting Beat Shazam with Jamie himself. The two have a dynamic that’s equal parts playful and supportive—Corinne once joked that working with her dad is like “typical father-daughter poking fun,” but at the end of the day, it’s all love.
Beyond acting, Corinne is a fierce advocate for women’s health. After being diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis, she became an executive producer for the documentary Below the Belt, shedding light on the condition. Foxx couldn’t be prouder, calling her “brave” for sharing her story to help others. And in 2024, he walked her down the aisle at her wedding to Joe Hooten, which took place in his own backyard—because where else would it be?
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Anelise Bishop: The Musical Prodigy
Anelise, born October 3, 2008, is the baby of the family, but she’s already a force to be reckoned with. While Corinne took after Jamie’s acting chops, Anelise inherited his musical genius. She plays piano, guitar, and even told her dad she’s “going on tour” with him after mastering his songs.
But her biggest moment came during Foxx’s 2023 health crisis. When he suffered a brain bleed that led to a stroke, Anelise, then just 14, sneaked into his hospital room with her guitar. As she played, his vitals stabilized—something even the nurses couldn’t explain. Foxx later tearfully recalled the moment in his Netflix special, calling her his “spiritual defibrillator.” She even joined him onstage during the special, proving that talent (and heart) run deep in this family.
Oh, and did we mention she’s also a basketball star? Foxx once bragged that she dropped 21 points in a game against boys before COVID hit. Yeah, she’s that kid.
The Bottom Line
Jamie Foxx may not have a wife, but he’s got something even better: two daughters who adore him, two co-parents who respect him, and a family bond that’s unshakable. Whether it’s Corinne keeping him humble or Anelise literally saving his life, these women are the real MVPs in his world. And if his BET Awards speech is any indication—where he thanked them through tears for “saving and protecting” him—he knows just how lucky he is.
So here’s to Jamie Foxx: the ultimate girl dad, the unconventional family man, and the guy who proves that love doesn’t need a wedding ring to be real.
