Clint Eastwood’s Daughter, Raised by Adoptive Family before He Knew She Existed, Worked as a Teacher & Now Looks ‘Like Him’
Clint Eastwood’s secret daughter grew up unaware of her Hollywood roots. Raised by an adoptive family, she discovered her famous father only as an adult. Despite her quiet life as a teacher, Laurie Murray now shares a close bond with Clint — and their resemblance is uncanny.
Clint Eastwood’s family has always fascinated fans, but there’s more to his story than most people know. The world is familiar with his seven children, most of whom followed in his footsteps and pursued careers in film.
Clint Eastwood at the 41st Cannes Film Festival in May 1988 in France. | Source: Getty Images
However, there’s an eighth Eastwood whose existence remained a secret for decades. Take a look at Clint’s blended family, including the daughter he never knew — and the remarkable story that brought them together.
Clint Eastwood at the 20th Annual AFI Awards on January 3, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Clint Eastwood’s Complex Family Tree
Clint is one of Hollywood’s most iconic figures, known for his tough-guy roles and legendary career as an actor, director, and producer. Rising to fame with his role as “The Man with No Name” in the 1960s, he became a symbol of rugged masculinity on the silver screen.
Clint Eastwood posing for a photo for the series “Rawhide,” circa 1960. | Source: Getty Images
Beyond acting, he’s a celebrated filmmaker, winning Academy Awards for directing “Unforgiven” and “Million Dollar Baby.” Despite his fame, Clint managed to keep much of his personal life, especially his complex family dynamics, relatively private.
His personal life includes two marriages. His first marriage was to Maggie Johnson in 1953, lasting nearly three decades before they divorced in 1984. Clint and Maggie’s relationship was often strained due to his busy career and personal issues, but together they had two children, Kyle and Alison.
Clint Eastwood and Maggie Johnson photographed in their home in Los Angeles, California, circa 1960. | Source: Getty Images
After his divorce from Maggie, the Hollywood star married TV anchor Dina Ruiz in 1996, a union that lasted until 2014. In addition to his marriages, Clint welcomed several children with different women. For a long time, he was known to have seven children.
His first child, Kimber Eastwood, was born in 1964 from an affair with Roxanne Tunis. Kimber has worked in the entertainment industry as a makeup artist, including on “Wheel of Fortune” since 2005, and producer, maintaining a low profile compared to her siblings.
Kimber and Clint Eastwood at the world premiere of “The Mule” on December 10, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
“I think I decided I loved music more than acting. I’ve always loved it; it’s always been a passion of mine,” he revealed during an interview in 2021.
Kyle Eastwood performing during a tribute ceremony for filmmaker and US director Jerry Schatzberg, as part of the 49th American Film Festival of Deauville on September 1, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
Alison Eastwood, born in 1972, followed in her father’s footsteps into the entertainment industry as an actress and director. She appeared in several films, including “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” and “The Mule,” often working alongside her father.
Alison Eastwood at the Stacy Poitras Art Gallery Exhibition for the documentary premiere of “The Chainsaw Artist” on September 14, 2019, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Scott Eastwood, perhaps the most recognized of Clint’s children, was born in 1986 to Jacelyn Reeves, a former flight attendant. He spent most of his childhood with his mom in Hawaii and did not spend much time with his father.
However, the two eventually did get father-son bonding time after Scott moved to California to live with his dad during high school. Scott has built a successful acting career with roles in popular films such as “Fury,” “The Longest Ride,” and “Suicide Squad.”
Scott Eastwood at the “1992” premiere on August 27, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Clint and Kathryn Eastwood at “The 15:17 to Paris” world premiere on February 5, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
Francesca Eastwood, born in 1993 to actress Frances Fisher, pursued acting and reality television. Known for her role in “Heroes Reborn” and appearances on “Mrs. Eastwood & Company,” Francesca combines her family’s fame with her own unique flair, often appearing at red-carpet events and in the public eye.
Francesca Eastwood photographed at The Regency Bruin Westwood Village Theatre on October 3, 2022. | Source: Getty Images
The youngest of Eastwood’s known children, Morgan Eastwood, was born in 1996 during his marriage to Dina Ruiz. Morgan appeared on the reality TV show “Mrs. Eastwood & Company” and has made brief appearances in some of her father’s films.
She has largely stayed out of the spotlight over the years, focusing on her own life away from Hollywood. However, years later, it was revealed that Morgan and her siblings had a long-lost older sister whose story seems ripped straight from the script of one of Clint’s movies.
Morgan Eastwood at the premiere of “The 15:17 To Paris” on February 5, 2018, in Burbank, California. | Source: Getty Images
Clint Eastwood’s Long-Lost Daughter
Clint’s secret daughter, Laurie Murray, was given up for adoption at birth by her mother, who never informed the Hollywood star of her pregnancy. Laurie only discovered her biological father’s identity as an adult during a search for her birth parents.
Laurie, 70, grew up in Seattle after being adopted by a local couple and decided to search for her biological parents over three decades ago. A deep desire to uncover her roots led her to hire someone to help track down her origins.
During the investigation, they discovered that her birth mother had listed Clint Eastwood’s name on the paperwork. “From what it appeared, Clint Eastwood had no idea that she was even pregnant,” a close friend revealed.
Laurie’s birth mother, who reportedly had a serious relationship with Clint in Seattle while he was engaged to his first wife, chose to put the baby up for adoption after their relationship ended.
Laurie Murray, Clint Eastwood’s mother Ruth Wood, Clint Eastwood, and Dina Eastwood at The 76th Annual Academy Awards on February 29, 2004, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Despite Laurie’s attempt to connect, her birth mother did not wish to be contacted, leaving Laurie to approach Eastwood herself. Though details of their initial meeting remain private, the filmmaker’s response to discovering he had another daughter was described as positive and welcoming.
Laurie Murray and family | Source: Instagram/ltmurrayiv
“It obviously came as a great shock to Laurie, but I believe that Clint was extremely receptive to her and the situation,” the friend continued. Laurie and Clint quickly formed a close bond, sharing a mutual love for golf and the outdoors.
Laurie Murray, Clint Eastwood’s mother Ruth Wood, Clint Eastwood, and Dina Eastwood at The 76th Annual Academy Awards on February 29, 2004, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Laurie, an avid golfer and a member of Tacoma Country & Golf Club, frequently spent time with her biological father, often playing rounds of golf together. The two were spotted on family vacations and spending time together at Clint’s home in Carmel, California.
Laurie Murray and family | Source: Instagram/ltmurrayiv
“Laurie and her family have spent Thanksgiving with the Eastwoods in the Carmel area a few times,” the friend added. In December 2018, Laurie publicly appeared as Clint’s daughter for the first time at the Los Angeles premiere of his film “The Mule.”
Clint Eastwood and Laurie Murray at the world premiere of “The Mule” on December 10, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
She posed alongside Clint’s other seven children, presenting herself to photographers as Laurie Eastwood. At the reception, Laurie was seen chatting and sharing a drink with Clint, showcasing the closeness they had developed over the years.
Laurie, a mother of two and a resident of Lakewood, Washington, attended the University of Washington and worked as an elementary teacher at a private school. Friends describe her as a private, kind-hearted person who doesn’t often share her connection to Eastwood.
Laurie Murray and family | Source: Instagram/ltmurrayiv
However, according to social media users, she didn’t have to, as the proof was in the pudding. “She looks so much like him,” one person commented. Another shared, “Well, she got her dad’s eyes.”
“She looks just [like] his mother,” a third person typed, and a fourth stated, “She has huge Bambi eyes, beautiful woman, must’ve been a stunner in her day.”
Laurie Murray’s newfound connection with Eastwood brought a new chapter of family and acceptance into her life. Through golf outings, family gatherings, and quiet moments away from the public eye, Laurie found a place in the Eastwood family — one that was unexpected but deeply cherished.
