What Ever Happened to the Children of These Old Hollywood Stars?

Unlike her legendary father, Ava Astaire McKenzie spent most of her life away from the spotlight that followed Fred Astaire everywhere he went. Born in 1942 during the height of his Hollywood fame, she grew up around elegance, dance, and movie royalty, though her upbringing remained far more private than many celebrity families of the era.

Rather than pursuing a major entertainment career, Ava largely stayed outside show business and public celebrity culture. Over the years, she became best known through occasional appearances connected to preserving and honoring Fred Astaire’s legacy, helping keep alive the memory of one of Hollywood’s greatest performers.