Mick Jagger’s personal life has long been the subject of public curiosity, but it was his marriage to Bianca Jagger in the early 1970s that drew particularly intense media attention. Today, more than four decades later, their story remains a fascinating chapter in rock history.
A Rock Legend’s Career and Legacy
Since co-founding The Rolling Stones in 1962 alongside Brian Jones, Charlie Watts and Keith Richards, Mick Jagger has become one of the most recognizable figures in music. Now 82 years old, his influence continues to shape rock culture. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2003, adding yet another milestone to his celebrated career.
Following the passing of drummer Charlie Watts in 2021, the band’s current lineup includes Jagger, Richards, and bassist Ronnie Wood. They continue to perform worldwide and recently released Hackney Diamonds—their first album of new material in 18 years—featuring collaborations with stars like Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, and Lady Gaga.
The Marriage of Mick and Bianca
Mick married Bianca Pérez-Mora Macías in 1971 in a glamorous Saint-Tropez ceremony. The couple welcomed their daughter Jade, who went on to become an accomplished jewelry designer and interior decorator. Bianca quickly became a well-known figure in the social scene, famously arriving on horseback at her own birthday celebration at Studio 54—a stunt later revealed to have been arranged by club co-founder Steve Rubell.
Despite their high-profile lifestyle, the marriage faced challenges. Both had reported relationships outside the marriage, and in 1978, after Jagger’s brief romance with model Jerry Hall, Bianca filed for divorce. She later described the split as a personal disappointment, saying in an interview that she had been raised to believe marriage was for life.
Bianca Jagger’s Life After Divorce
Following the end of their marriage, Bianca stepped away from the party scene and dedicated herself to humanitarian work. She became a prominent advocate for human rights, working with Amnesty International and receiving the Right Livelihood Award in 2004 for her efforts to promote social justice and protect vulnerable communities.
Where They Are Now
Today, Mick Jagger is in a long-term relationship with choreographer Melanie Hamrick, with whom he shares a young son. Bianca Jagger continues her activism, raising awareness on global human rights issues and using her public platform to drive change.
Their lives may have taken very different paths, but both continue to leave their mark—Mick through his music and Bianca through her dedication to humanitarian causes.