Jerry Lee Lewis: Rock’n’Roll Legend or Endless Scandal?
Jerry Lee Lewis, the American rock’n’roll pioneer known for his fiery performances and controversial personal life, left not only a musical legacy but also shocking stories that shook the public. Born on September 29, 1935, in Louisiana, Lewis was famous for hits like “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On.” However, his musical career was often overshadowed by his turbulent personal life, especially his marriage to his 13-year-old cousin, Myra Gale Brown.
A Marriage That Shocked the World
Lewis first married at 16, but his second marriage to Myra, who was only 13 and his cousin, caused a huge scandal. Their marriage lasted 13 years, during which they had two children but also many problems. Myra revealed in an interview with the Los Angeles Times that the marriage left lasting damage on Lewis’s career and legacy. Radio stations stopped playing his music, and his record label Sun Records ceased promoting him.
Life with a Teenager and Tragedies
Myra became a mother at just 14, and their first child tragically died by drowning. Before he started using drugs, Lewis was playful and kind, but addiction changed his personality into a dark man. Myra filed for divorce due to infidelity and abuse, but they remained in contact because of their daughter Phoebe Allen Lewis.
Scandals and Consequences
The marriage to a minor cousin led to a decline in Lewis’s popularity and career. People saw him as a bad person, and Myra was often called a “child bride.” Although Lewis was a musical legend, his personal life left a bitter taste for many. After the divorce, Lewis married Myra’s former sister-in-law, further complicating their relationship.
Legacy and Remembrance
Lewis died at 87, and his death sparked waves of condolences. Yet, his star fell almost as fast as it rose, and the marriage to a minor cousin remains one of the darkest chapters of his biography. Myra now lives a quiet life in Atlanta, far from the spotlight, carrying heavy memories of life with the rock’n’roll legend.
If you think this is just another celebrity story, think again. Who else can boast of ruining a career because of marrying a 13-year-old cousin? What do you think about such scandals? Can an artist be separated from their work, or do the life stories of the famous always shock us? Drop a comment, let the conversation roll on!
