Who is Lexie Jones? David Bowie’s Daughter Opens Up About Autism Diagnosis

Singer David Bowie’s daughter Lexie Jones revealed on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with autism. The 24-year-old artist and musician shared her journey in a heartfelt post and essay, explaining how the diagnosis finally gave her clarity about her life experiences.

Lexie Jones Shares Her Autism Diagnosis

Lexie, whose full name is Alexandria Zahra Jones, wrote that autism “does not have one look, one voice, or one way of showing up.” She explained that many women, and people raised as female, are often diagnosed later in life.

In her essay The Quiet Effort: Neurodivergence Through My Lens, Lexie admitted that she spent most of her life feeling different. She said she had to put extra effort into social interactions, emotional control, and daily functioning.

According to her, blending in with others was possible, but it felt more like “a performance” rather than something natural. The constant masking left her feeling exhausted and isolated.

“It Finally Makes Sense” – Lexie Jones Reflects

Lexie described how receiving an official autism evaluation gave her a sense of relief.

“Hearing that out loud did not change who I am,” she wrote. “It gave a name to what I have been feeling my whole life. The overwhelm, the sensitivity, the burnout – now it finally makes sense.”

She added that the diagnosis allows her to move forward with “more understanding, more self-compassion, and less shame.”

Career as Artist and Musician

Born on August 15, 2000, Lexie is the only daughter of David Bowie and his second wife, supermodel Iman. She has followed a creative path as an artist and singer.

On April 2, 2025, she released her debut 12-track album titled Xandri. Her Instagram, where she has over 200,000 followers, features paintings, poems, and singing clips. She also displays her artwork on her personal website.

Family Background

Lexie’s father, David Bowie, passed away from cancer on January 10, 2016, at the age of 69. Her mother, Iman, also has a daughter, Zulekha, from a previous marriage. Bowie had another child, Duncan Jones, from his first marriage to Angela Bowie.

In past interviews, Iman has often spoken about Bowie with deep love. She once told People Magazine that she still considers him her husband, saying, “Through my memory, my love lives.”

Lexie Jones’s openness about her autism journey has touched many people worldwide. By sharing her story, she hopes others will feel seen and understood. Her bravery not only highlights the challenges of late diagnosis but also shows the strength in embracing one’s true self.