David Allan Coe's Family: His Sixth Wife Kimberly Hastings and Talented Kids

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David Allan Coe's Family: His Sixth Wife Kimberly Hastings and Talented Kids

Originally posted on Men's Journal | By Rachel Schneider | Last updated Apr 30, 2026 12:07 AM ET

Establishing a stable family life was a long journey for one of country music’s most notorious outlaws. While David Allan Coe’s professional life was defined by rebellion and high-octane performances, his personal life was a complex web of six marriages and a diverse group of children who have carved out their own niches in the industry.

The "You Never Even Called Me by My Name" singer spent decades on the road, but in his later years, he finally settled into a long-term partnership that provided the support he sought. Here is a look at the family that surrounded the late country legend.

Who Is David Allan Coe’s Wife, Kimberly Hastings?

David Allan Coe married his sixth wife, Kimberly Hastings, on April 17, 2010, at the Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas. At the time of the wedding, Coe was 71 and Hastings was 48. The ceremony was a star-studded affair for the outlaw community, with country superstar Toby Keith serving as the official witness.

The marriage was not a sudden decision; the couple had been dating for over ten years prior to walking down the aisle. Kimberly was a constant presence in Coe’s professional life, regularly joining him on stage as a backup and duet singer. When asked why he chose to marry again at 71, Coe famously joked, “I got tired of making decisions for myself”.

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The Outlaw’s Daughters: Continuing the Legacy

While David Allan Coe had multiple children from his various marriages, several of his daughters have stepped into the spotlight to pursue their own creative paths.

Shelli Coe: Born and raised in Austin, Shelli appeared on her father’s "Family Album" at just three years old. She began her career as a backup singer for DAC and later performed in clubs and on the radio. After a hiatus to raise a family, she returned to the music industry in 2006.
Tanya Montana Coe: A Nashville native raised by a single mother, Tanya chose a different path than her father. While she is a musician with a debut album titled Silver Bullet, her style is notably not country. Outside of music, she is a successful entrepreneur, running the "Goodbuy Girls" clothing store in East Nashville.
Shyanne and Carla Coe: While these two daughters appear in many of Coe's biographies, they maintain a much lower profile. Details regarding their personal lives and birthdays have remained private.

Coe also has a son, Tyler Mahan Coe, creator of the Cocaine & Rhinestones podcast.

A Complex Father-Child Dynamic

Despite their shared ties to the music industry, reports suggest that David Allan Coe’s relationship with his children was often strained. Many of his children grew up and managed their lives independently, and they were not always well-connected to their father in his later years.

This article first appeared on Men's Journal and was syndicated with permission.

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