Kenny Rogers' twin sons Justin and Jordan’s high school graduation.Photo:Terry Wyatt/Getty; Instagram/_kennyrogers
Terry Wyatt/Getty; Instagram/_kennyrogers
Kenny Rogers' legacy lives on with his children.
On Monday, the late “The Gambler” singer’s team shared a photo of his twin sons, who turn 19 next month, graduating from high school.
“Kenny always said ‘Friendships come and go, but families are forever.’ Indeed,” read the caption, showing the smiling twins in matching purple caps and gowns.
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“Kenny &Wanda’s twin sons, Justin and Jordan, graduated from high school this past Friday. Please join us in congratulating them on this landmark achievement!” it continued. “Way to go, guys! Have fun and enjoy the ride…and may all your dreams in life come true!”
In addition to the twins, Rogers is dad to Christopher, 41, Kenny Jr., 58, and Carole, 64.
Rogers died on March 20, 2020, his family announced in a statement the following day.He was 81.
Kenny Rogers in 1981.Paul Natkin/Getty Images
In 2015, he announced his retirement, tellingSavannah GuthrieandCarson Dalyon theTodayshow that he washoping to spend more time with his wife Wanda Miller and five kids.
“I’ve done this long enough. I wrote in my book that sometimes there’s a fine line between being driven and being selfish. And I think I crossed that line when I was younger,” he said. “I really want to be there with my kids and my wife. They’re very important to me and I don’t see enough of them.”
source: people.com
