Confusion surrounds the relationship status of rock legend Steven Tyler after conflicting reports emerged about a potential split from his long-term girlfriend, Aimee Preston.
Conflicting Reports on a Rock 'n' Roll Romance
According to an initial report from entertainment outlet TMZ published on Friday, the 77-year-old Aerosmith frontman and 38-year-old Preston had parted ways at some point earlier this year. The site, however, swiftly updated its story, claiming a source close to the couple later stated they are not broken up and are "doing just fine."
The pair were last seen publicly displaying affection on the red carpet at the Jam for Janie GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party in February at the Hollywood Palladium. Their relationship has been characterised by very public displays of affection, with the couple known for kissing, hugging, and holding hands at high-profile events over the years.
A Relationship Forged from a Professional Partnership
Steven Tyler and Aimee Preston first crossed paths in 2012 when he hired her as his personal assistant. Their professional relationship blossomed into a romantic one approximately two years later, marking the start of an eleven-year partnership.
Preston has been a steadfast support for Tyler through challenging times. She stood by him in May 2022 when he voluntarily re-entered a rehabilitation treatment facility. This relapse was reportedly triggered by pain medication following foot surgery. Tyler's commitment to treatment led to the cancellation of some Aerosmith Las Vegas residency dates that year, underscoring his long and public history with addiction and sobriety.
Family Ties and Past Engagements
Beyond his current relationship, Steven Tyler's family life is extensive. He is famously the father of actress Liv Tyler, 48, whose mother is model Bebe Buell. Liv is known for roles in films like Armageddon and The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
From his marriage to Cyrinda Foxe, which ended in divorce in 1987, Tyler shares a daughter, Mia Tyler. He also has two children, daughter Chelsea Anna Tallarico and son Taj Monroe Tallarico, with former partner Teresa Barrick; that relationship ended in 2005.
Prior to meeting Aimee Preston, Tyler was engaged to Erin Brady, but the couple called off their engagement in January 2013. In a lighter, albeit controversial, family moment, Tyler once admitted on James Corden's Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts in 2018 to having flirted with one of his daughter Liv's famous friends, specifically recalling an encounter with Cameron Diaz.
The Daily Mail has approached Tyler's representative for comment but did not receive an immediate response, leaving the true status of his relationship with Aimee Preston officially unconfirmed.
