Gwen Stefani (Gavin Rossdale) are proud parents to three sons, Zuma, 14, and Apollo (9).
Though Stefani and Rossdale are no longer together — they split in 2015 after nearly 12 years of marriage and Stefani has since married Blake Shelton — the former couple put their kids first no matter what.
Rossdale shared with PEOPLE in 2020 that his sons inspired him to create the best music possible, even if it was just for the pride of making them proud. “I don’t want them to hear my records and tell their friends, ‘What ever happened to my dad?’ Bush said. “I want them be like ‘My father’s on fire. They inspire me because I want my children to love what I do. They motivate me to do better.
He added of his parenting style, “I don’t like if they’re lazy — if they don’t read a book, don’t talk. I can be seen as a little bit soft because I don’t want to be irritating. So I respect them, I listen to them, and I learn from their needs. However I don’t try to be cool father. I am not their friend.
Stefani shared with us that her dyslexic sons are hers, as well as her three other boys. She said that her parenting style was different after becoming a mother.
“I was in a band all my life and I felt free, so I always believed I would be truly free. [my kids] I was free to do whatever I wanted. You learn that boundaries are what make them feel safest,” she explained to PEOPLE in 2017. It’s hard to have a discipline chart and follow-up on everything. It takes work. You’ll get the results if you work hard.
Stefani’s second husband Shelton, whom she wed in 2021, is helping to raise her children. He said that he was proud to be a stepfather and called him a hero. He is a great stepfather, and I love him. I also look up to him as a father. This gives me a lot of inspiration for what I can do and how I want to be a stepdad. It’s something I take very seriously.”
He added, “But, I also have fun with it, and I’m certainly not lying. It’s not like I take it too seriously, that I don’t enjoy this time. Especially now that we’re five-years into this. “I can’t imagine my life with these children now.
We have everything you need about Gwen Stefani & Gavin Rossdale’s children.
Kingston James McGregor Rossdale 16
The first child of Stefani Rossdale and Rossdale, Kingston James McGregor Rossdale was born in Los Angeles on May 26, 2006. Kingston, now 16 years old is a mirror image of his father.
Rossdale shared two photos with his son in May 2021 as a way to celebrate Kingston’s birth. One of his posts was captioned with the following: “You are my best focus, inspiration-you’re smart, funny, and kind with oceans and empathy-to me that is all you need to make a mark – i couldn’t be more proud of your achievements – and I love you more each day.”
Kingston has an Instagram account that mainly features photos of him with Lola Albert (makeup artist), as well as photos taken with his dad.
Rossdale’s eldest son, Stefani Rossdale, also has a passion for music. Rossdale stated to PEOPLE that he and his family are trying out all kinds of bands, as well as bands from his generation, in 2020. It’s great that young people are making music, but I thought, “Why not we look back at the beginning?” Look at where it all started. He also said that Kingston had been introduced to classic punk groups like the Sex Pistols, Gang of Four, and Gang of Four.
Rossdale said, “He’s just joy because when he plays guitar, all that he wants is to wear my clothes,” He always looks better than me. All three of my boys, all my children, are just better versions me. They were my strengths.
Zuma Nesta Rock Rossdale, 14
Zuma Nesta Rossdale, Stefani’s second child, was born in Los Angeles, Aug. 21, 2008.
Zuma was only 3 years old when the “Hollaback Girl” singer described her son’s great sense of humor.[Zuma] She said that he wants everyone to see him and that he is a joker and really silly. He’s funny.” As he grew up, Zuma was even called her her “twin”.
Rossdale claimed that Zuma was the “toughest” of his boys in July 2020. Rossdale revealed in an interview that Zuma, his middle child, had broken both of his arms within six weeks. One from a fall of his bike, and one from an accident at his home.
“He really beat his self up. It’s bad enough that he broke his right hand when he fell from a chair four hours ago. He’s now fully healed. [breaks] He said, “His left arm.” He said, “I was doing his dressings today, but he is so brave and strong… He is a very tough kid. I would be scared if any other children had to go through the same thing he did, ’cause it’s by far the hardest.”
Both Zuma’s parents posted sweet tributes to Zuma on Instagram for Zuma’s 14th Birthday in August 2022. Stefani once again called Zuma her mini-me, while Rossdale wrote: “So happy that you’re mine. You have made me fall in love with baseball. YOU HAVE A GOLD ARM. You can fly at 80 mph with a ball. You’re amazing. We are gonna celebrate hard because that’s how we roll.❤️.”
Apollo Bowie Flynn Rossdale, 9
Gavin and Stefani had their youngest son Apollo Bowie Flynn Rossdale on February 28, 2014 in Los Angeles.
Apollo was the youngest of three children and was immediately welcomed by his older siblings. Rossdale, Apollo’s 9-month-old brother, revealed to PEOPLE that Zuma and Kingston loved him. He said, “Apollo, being so small, the older brothers love him to protect him.” They were happy for him when he was born. They love him. Because they care deeply about him, there is no jealousy.
He began kindergarten in 2019, and Stefani taught him. Entertainment Tonight At the time, I was devastated to have a baby in kindergarten. But he is so happy and he is doing so well.
Rossdale also has a daughter, Daisy Lowe. In July 2022, Rossdale shared a photo with all four of his children, which showed how Apollo had grown up. He wrote: “Welcome in my world.” “The best weeks at home with the better me. What joy! Yes, there is still a chewy bottom. And our super hero, apollo. My love is truly ocean-sized.”