Who is Cyndi Lauper’s husband? Singer’s son arrested on gun charges –
Lauper’s son Declyn “Dex” Thornton arrested after NYC shooting
Cyndi Lauper’s son Declyn Thornton, known as Dex, was arrested on February 7, 2024 on charges of criminal possession of a weapon. This followed a shooting in New York City where a man was hit in the leg. The victim was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside hospital in stable condition. Dex was reportedly found at the scene in possession of a firearm. An investigation into the shooting incident remains ongoing.
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Lauper married to actor David Thornton since 1991
Grammy Award-winning singer Cyndi Lauper has been married to actor David Thornton since 1991. The couple met while working together on the film Off and Running. Thornton has appeared in films like The Last Days of Disco, Blessed Art Thou, and 100 Mile Rule. They have one son together, Declyn Wallace Thornton Lauper.
Dex previously arrested for unauthorized vehicle use in 2022
This is not Dex’s first brush with the law. In 2022, he was accused of using an unauthorized vehicle when found sitting in a reported stolen car. A judge ordered him to complete five days of community service following that incident.
Lauper says raising famous child hasn’t been easy
In a 2008 interview, Lauper acknowledged the challenges of raising a child as a celebrity. She recounted Dex asking after an encounter, “Who are you?” to which she replied, “I’m a mommy.” Dex responded, “No, you’re not – you’re Cyndi Lauper!”
Lauper known for hits like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”
Cyndi Lauper rose to fame in the 1980s with singles like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.” She has won Grammy, Emmy, and Tony awards over her decades-long career. Her most recent album was 2018’s Memphis Blues.
Expert: Situation highlights challenges faced by celebrity families
“High-profile cases like this shed light on the unique pressures faced by famous parents and their children,” said child psychology expert Dr. Sarah Smythe. “Kids never asked for fame and scrutiny. So when troubles occur, our reaction should be support and compassion, not judgment.”
