Renowned singer and actor Rick Springfield has been making headlines again, not just for his music or acting, but also for his long-standing relationship with his wife, Barbara Porter. After recently speaking out about the lingering effects of a brain injury he suffered years ago, fans have taken a deeper interest in his personal life—especially his enduring marriage.
Who Is Rick Springfield Married To?
“Springfield is married to Barbara Porter.”
The couple first met in the late 1970s and eventually tied the knot in October 1984 in Australia. Since then, they have shared a strong and lasting bond.
Do They Have Any Children?
“Springfield and Porter have two children.”
The couple are proud parents to two sons, Liam and Joshua.
How Did Rick Springfield and Barbara Porter Meet?
Their story began when Springfield was recording at Los Angeles’ Sound City studios, where Porter worked as a receptionist. In a 2021 interview with PEOPLE, Springfield shared, “The English manager brought Barbara in and introduced her to everybody. She was only 15 at the time and looked like a mini Brigitte Bardot. I said, ‘Too young.’ I just thought she was cute, and that was it.”
Years later, the two met again at the same studio during the making of Springfield’s album Working Class Dog. At the time, Porter was 18 and Springfield had ended a previous relationship. Feeling a spark, he decided to ask her out, and that marked the beginning of their romantic journey.
Now, more than 40 years later, Rick Springfield and Barbara Porter continue to stand by each other—proof that their love has truly stood the test of time.
