Conceiving a child is a nine-month heavenly journey, but a mother's role is even more sacred. This Mother's Day (May 10), let us honor the celebrity moms in global music who have no children of their own, yet possess a rare love for children that has made them family.
Dolly Parton, 80
It is no secret in Hollywood that pop icon Dolly Parton has no biological or adopted children. But as she told People.com, "God didn't mean for me to have kids so everybody's kids could be mine."
Bonnie Tyler, 74
Since suffering a miscarriage at age 39, the "Total Eclipse of the Heart" hitmaker lost hope of becoming pregnant again. However, Tyler actively supports the Bobath Children's Therapy Centre in Wales, which helps children with cerebral palsy.
Kylie Minogue, 57
The Australian pop superstar did not have children because her breast cancer treatment affected her fertility. "It would be a lie to say there's not a bit of sadness," Kylie said. Her nieces, nephews, and siblings now serve as her support system.
Miley Cyrus, 33
Starting a family is not in Miley Cyrus's plans as she prioritizes her career and personal growth. However, she is the founder and mother figure of the Happy Hippie Foundation, which supports homeless youth and provides free education.
Debbie Gibson, 55
The '80s teen pop sensation has been engaged twice but both ended in breakups. Since being diagnosed with Lyme disease, the "No More Rhyme" and "Lost In Your Eyes" hitmaker prioritizes her health over having children.
Maureen McGovern, 76
The '70s iconic singer of "The Morning After" and "We May Never Love Like This Again" has not remarried since divorcing her husband in 1974. Although childless, she is close to her nieces, nephews, and her sister's grandchildren. Maureen now suffers from Alzheimer's disease.
Liza Minnelli, 80
The legendary singer-actress admitted she regrets not having children. Liza has fertility issues and suffered three miscarriages. In a 2025 documentary, Minnelli is described as having many godchildren who have become her family.
Stevie Nicks, 77
Stevie Nicks was the female vocalist of the iconic '70s band Fleetwood Mac. When asked why she never had children, she explained in an interview, "I knew that the music we were going to bring to the world was going to heal so many people's hearts. That was my world's mission."
