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Who Are Don Imus Children? Everything To Know About The Kids Of The Popular Broadcaster

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James Bradley

Published Feb 10, 2026

Don Imus was a father to six children. Along with daughters Ashley and Elizabeth, he has two more sons and daughters.

Don Imus was a popular radio broadcaster and author. He died of lung illness complications on December 27, 2019.

The broadcasting pioneer was known for the radio show, “Imus in the Morning”. He had hosted the show for nearly 50 years.

The radio icon had attracted fans with his sharp-edged and humorous style throughout his life. Get to know more about his family below.

Don Imus Was Blessed With Six Children

Don Imus was a father to four adult children. Their names are Frederick Wyatt Imus, Elizabeth Imus, Ashley Imus, Tony Imus, Zach, and Nadine.

The radio broadcaster was married twice in his lifetime. His first wife is Harriet Showalter, with whom he wedded in 1969.

The couple is parents to two daughters; Ashley and Elizabeth. After a decade of marriage, Harriet decided to split with Don in the year 1979.

Until 1994, the legendary radio host had dated so many beautiful women.

However, it was Deirdre Imus who had won his heart. They tied the knot in the year 1994 and share two sons with her.

Among them, Frederick Wyatt, born in 1998,  is their biological son. While Zach, Nadine, and Tony are his adopted children.

The radio icon had left behind a net worth of $75 million to his family members.

Meet Don Imus Daughters: Ashley, Elizabeth, Tony & Nadine Imus

Don Imus’ was survived by his daughters Nadine, Ashley, Elizabeth, and Toni, before he died on December 27, 2019.

However, it was revealed that Don was not providing proper care to his daughters after his split with Harriet Showalter.

Reportedly, Elizabeth had passed away a few weeks ago. She died after suffering from an incurable malignant glioblastoma.

Her death news was announced by her good friend Janice Dean.

Meanwhile, details about his other daughters are not available on the Internet.

Meet Don Imus Sons: Zach And Frederick Wyatt Imus

Don Imus is the father to two young sons; Zach and Frederick Wyatt with his second wife Deirdre.

His son Frederick is 23 years old as of 2020. He was born on 3 July 1998, in Riverside, California, the U.S and his birthday is on July 3.

Wyatt is a highly qualified rodeo knight who has competed in many rodeos across the world. Also, he is a full-time student at Rice University.

While Zach is the youngest and the sixth child he adopted. He had joined the family in the year 2010 and is currently a student.