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Rogers became a husband for the first time at the young age of 19, when he married Janice Gordon. Their marriage followed the birth of their daughter, and while the two tied the knot in hopes of proving their love to her parents, the union ended just two years later. Rogers distanced himself from his daughter after the split, allowing Gordon’s second husband to take on the role of father.
Without much delay, Rogers married his second wife, Jean Rogers, the same year his first marriage ended. However, their relationship quickly soured, and they parted ways after just three years.
Rogers’ third marriage to Margo Anderson proved to be more enduring, lasting over a decade. During this time, they welcomed his first son, Kenny Jr. However, the demands of his career and constant traveling caused tension, and the couple eventually divorced.
In 1977, Rogers married his fourth wife, actress Marianne Gordon. Together, they had a son, Chris. For nearly two decades, the couple remained together, but as Rogers turned 50, he felt the pull of his career once more, ultimately leading to their separation in 1993.
Their divorce became one of the most expensive in the entertainment industry, with Gordon receiving a $60 million settlement. Rogers held no bitterness, telling the Irish Independent: “She deserves every penny.” He explained that he was grateful for her unwavering support, especially during a time when his career was in decline, saying: “Marianne really did deserve the $60 million because she is a great girl, and we had a perfect marriage for 15 years.”
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