Frankie Valli, known for his legendary music career as the frontman of The Four Seasons, is also a father of six. He first became a father figure in 1957 when he married Mary Mandel, who had a daughter named Celia from a previous relationship. Valli and Mandel later had two more children together. After their divorce in 1971, Valli married Mary Ann Hannigan and then Randy Clohessy, with whom he had three sons before their separation in 2004. Tragedy struck Valli’s family when his daughter Celia died in 1980 after falling off a fire escape, followed by his daughter Francine dying of a drug overdose.
Despite his success in the music industry, Valli has experienced personal hardships that have deeply affected him. In a 2018 interview with The Telegraph, Valli expressed the ongoing pain of losing a child, stating that it never gets easier and that one should never have to experience such a loss. In 2024, Valli’s son, Francesco, caused further turmoil in the family by threatening and stealing from Valli and his other son Emilio. A protective order was granted against Francesco to cease any contact with the family.
Valli’s family members have played significant roles in his life. Mary Mandel, Valli’s first wife, had three children with Valli, including Celia who passed away tragically. Valli was also married to Mary Ann Hannigan for eight years and Randy Clohessy for two decades, with whom he had five children. Jackie Jacobs, Valli’s fourth wife whom he married in 2023, has been a supportive partner in his life and career. Valli’s daughter Toni, from his marriage to Mandel, married a band member and had children, one of whom became a Broadway actress.
The Valli family has experienced loss and challenges, but also moments of joy and success. Valli’s daughter Francine died in 1980 at a young age due to a drug overdose, while his son Francesco has faced addiction issues and legal troubles. Valli’s twins, Emilio and Brando, born in 1995, have pursued different paths with Emilio becoming a realtor and Brando following in his father’s musical footsteps. Brando has released music singles and both twins were present at Valli’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, highlighting the family’s unity and support for each other. Throughout the ups and downs, Valli’s family remains an important part of his life.
