Frances Bean Cobain and Riley Hawk have tied the knot! According to documents obtained by TMZ, the couple secured a marriage license the month before their wedding in San Diego County. The news was officially confirmed by a representative for champion skateboarder Tony Hawk, who is Riley’s father.
The marriage certificate notes their wedding date as October 7. The ceremony was officiated by none other than Michael Stipe, the frontman of R.E.M., who also happens to be Frances Bean’s godfather.
The joyful union between the two figures from distinct backgrounds has delighted their fans and friends alike. With Michael Stipe’s personal touch, the wedding day was even more special, leaving a memorable mark on the start of their marital journey.
Who are Frances Bean Cobain and Hudson Riley Hawk?
Frances Bean Cobain, 31, is the daughter of Courtney Love and the late Kurt Cobain, the iconic frontman of Nirvana. She and pro skateboarder Riley Hawk, aged 30, unveiled their romance to the public last year.

Riley Hawk rose to fame as the son of Tony Hawk but the professional skateboarder quickly made a name for himself. A famed street skateboarder, Riley turned pro as soon as he turned 21 in December 2013. He also received numerous accolades for his skills as a skateboarder and appears in Tony Hawk’s video game series. Riley is also a renowned musician as the frontman of the punk band Warish.
Frances Bean Cobain hardly needs an introduction as she has been a notable name in the music industry since birth. As the only daughter of grunge legend Kurt Cobain, people have been curious about her since birth.
Tony Hawk and Kurt Cobain’s Kids: How Did They Meet?
The details about Riley Hawk and Frances Bean Cobain’s first meeting have not been revealed. However, the visual artist confirmed the relationship in an Instagram post celebrating her return to the social media platform on January 2, 2022. Cobain shared several photos with her boyfriend, including an image that showed the couple with Tony Hawk and his wife Catherine Goodman.

Since then, Cobain has sporadically posted photos of her relationship with Hawk. Although the couple chose to maintain their privacy, the news of their marriage eventually came to light.
This is Frances Bean Cobain’s second marriage. She was previously married to Isaiah Silva for 21 months after they tied the knot in June 2014.