Joey Luft
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Joey Luft | |
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Born | March 29, 1955 |
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Years active | 1963–present |
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Relatives | Liza Minnelli (half sister) Lorna Luft (sister) |
Joseph Wiley Luft (born March 29, 1955) is an American man who is the son of Judy Garland and Sidney Luft. Growing up in a prominent show business family, Luft made occasional appearances on his mother's television series, The Judy Garland Show, but generally maintained a lower public profile compared to his siblings, Liza Minnelli and Lorna Luft.
Life and career
[edit]He was born in Los Angeles, California, during his mother’s marriage to Sidney Luft, Garland's third husband. Luft's childhood was marked by the highs and lows of Garland's career, including her struggles with substance abuse. After his mother died in 1969, Luft, then 14, largely retreated from the public eye. He chose not to pursue a traditional acting career, although he occasionally worked behind the scenes in various roles, including in theatre management and as a producer.
In later years, Luft focused on preserving his mother's legacy. He participated in special projects and documentaries celebrating Garland’s life, such as contributing to live shows like A Judy Garland Concert with Joey Luft, where he shared personal stories and insights about his mother. Luft also participated in documentary projects featuring rare family footage and his reflections on growing up with Garland.[1]
Despite generally avoiding the limelight, Joey has spoken about his experiences growing up in a high-profile family, including the impact of his mother’s addiction on their lives. Through his appearances and advocacy, he has contributed to raising awareness about the challenges associated with substance abuse and mental health.[2][3]
Credits
[edit]Year | Title | Role | Type | Notes |
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1963 | I Could Go On Singing | Boat Passanger | Film | |
1963 | The Judy Garland Show | Himself | Television | |
2014 | A Judy Garland Concert with Joey Luft | Producer & Performer | Theatere | [4] |
2019 | Sid & Judy | Himself | Documentary |
References
[edit]- ^ "What Happened To Judy Garland's Children?". Grunge. December 29, 2021.
- ^ "Judy Garland's Children: Everything To Know About Her 3 Kids". Hollywood Life. May 6, 2022.
- ^ "Joey Luft: Living in The Shadow and Light of Judy Garland". News Knol. December 21, 2023.
- ^ "Judy Garland's Star is Reborn Through Joey Luft's Show". Palm Springs Life. October 20, 2014.
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