Tony Hawk, renowned professional skateboarder and cultural icon, recently celebrated a significant milestone: his youngest child, Kady, has graduated from high school. The proud father shared his joy on social media, posting photos of the momentous occasion. Kady, who is 17 years old, proudly displayed her diploma while her father held her graduation cap, which was emblazoned with the logo of the prestigious University of Southern California (USC), where she is set to begin her studies in the autumn.
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Hawk expressed his immense pride in Kady, describing her as a kind, talented, and witty young woman who will undoubtedly make her mark at USC. In a heartfelt message, he stated: “Congratulations to my daughter Kady on her well-deserved ascension to higher education. The faculty and students at USC will be lucky to share a stage (or a classroom, or a ‘sweet treat’) with our confident, exuberant force of contagious energy.” The post also included an affectionate photograph of the pair sharing a warm embrace after her graduation.
Recently, during an interview at the 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards, Hawk spoke candidly about the impending transition to an empty nest as his children embark on their respective paths. He and his wife, Catherine Goodman, are anticipating their new role as grandparents, with Hawk expressing that the transition does not feel surreal due to the close-knit nature of his family. “They all live in Southern California for the most part, so we still have to keep their rooms,” he remarked, underscoring the ongoing familial connection.
Tony Hawk’s parenting journey began in 1992 when he welcomed his eldest son, Riley, with his former wife Cindy Dunbar. Over the years, he has built a diverse family, which includes Spencer, 26, and Keegan, 23, whom he had with ex-wife Erin Lee. The latest addition, his only daughter Kady, was born in 2006 with Lhotse Merriam. Hawk has frequently shared his hopes for his children, emphasising the importance of resilience, self-belief, and forging their own paths in life.
In 2019, while participating in Vogue’s “73 Questions” series, Hawk articulated the values he aimed to instil in his children. He expressed his belief that perseverance and self-belief are essential traits. “I feel like they all have a pretty good sense of their limitations,” he added, noting that they exhibit a better understanding of their capabilities than he does.
The past year has also brought new joys to Hawk’s life as he embraced grandparenthood. In September 2024, Riley welcomed his first child, a boy named Ronin Walker Cobain Hawk, with his wife Frances Bean Cobain. Hawk has described the experience of being a grandparent as “a blast”, delighting in the joy that this new role has brought him. “It’s probably the most fun you can have,” he said, reflecting on the joys of watching his grandson.
Hawk shared that little Ronin is already catching on to the charm of spending time at his grandparents’ home, describing a particular look on the child’s face when he arrives, indicative of the fun-filled environment they have created. “There’s this look that Ronin gets on his face when he arrives at our house, like, ‘Oh, this is the fun place. This is my domain to just enjoy myself’,” he explained, highlighting the more relaxed atmosphere his grandson enjoys.
As Tony Hawk witnesses his children pursue their dreams and embraces his new role as a grandfather, he continues to navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood with a positive spirit. His unwavering support for his children and his newfound love for being a grandparent illustrate the fulfilling journey of family life that he cherishes so deeply. With Kady’s graduation marking a new chapter, the Hawk family looks poised for exciting developments in the years to come.