Liza Minnelli: Who Was Her Dad & What Was His Secret Life?

When Liza Minnelli turns 80 on March 12, 2026, it’s hard not to think about the impressive family she came from. Most people immediately remember her legendary mother, Judy Garland, the star of The Wizard of Oz. But Liza’s father was just as important to cinematic history.

Vincente Minnelli was one of the most visually gifted directors of Hollywood’s golden age, responsible for some of MGM’s most beautiful and influential films. As Liza celebrates her 80th birthday, she’s also sharing more of her own story with the release of her memoir, Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!, in which she reflects on her life growing up as the daughter of Judy Garland and Vincente Minnelli and the extraordinary career that followed. While you may know a lot about Garland, let’s learn more about Liza’s father, Vincente Minnelli.