Dennis Quaid’s Family Guide: Meet the Actors 3 Kids and Their Mothers

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The actor might be known for his major film work over the years (hello, The Parent Trap), but Dennis is also a doting dad of three.

“I kind of feel like a dorky dad a lot because … especially my daughter makes me feel that way,” the actor told People in July 2023. “Very uncomfortable, awkward. Awkward. Teenagers are awkward.”

Dennis is the father to fellow actor Jack Quaid, whom he shares with ex-wife Meg Ryan and twins Thomas and Zoe Quaid, whom he shares with ex-wife Kimberly Buffington.

“I love being a dad. I really do. I think I’m a good dad,” Quaid added in the same interview. “It turned out so far so good. Jack really turned out well. I’m really proud of him, and Thomas and Zoe too.”

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While Jack followed in his father’s footsteps as an actor, he and Dennis aren’t the only notable names in the Quaid family. Keep scrolling for a breakdown of Dennis’ family guide:

Juanita Dale and William Quaid

Dennis was born to mom Juanita and dad William in April 1954, and grew up in Houston, Texas. His dad died at age 63 in 1987, while his mom died in 2019 at age 92.

Randy Quaid

Randy is the eldest son of Juanita and William. He was born October 1950 and also kicked off an acting career. One of his most notable roles include Cousin Eddie in the National Lampoon’s film franchise.

Dennis and Randy seem to have developed a complicated relationship over the years.

“Randy doesn’t like me to talk about him and what’s going on with him,” Dennis said during an August 2024 interview with the “BPD” podcast. “All I can say is that I really love my brother, and I miss my brother. I will say this, you know, Randy could have a great third act.”

Buddy Quaid

William later welcomed a third son, Buddy, in November 1974. He had a brief acting career, but currently works as a real estate agent.

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P. J. Soles

Dennis married his first wife, Soles, after they worked together on the movie Our Winning Season. They tied the knot in 1978 and were divorced by 1983.

Meg Ryan

Dennis moved on with actress Ryan after they worked together on several movies. They married in February 1991, welcoming son Jack the following year. Dennis and Ryan announced in June 2000 that they had been separated for weeks. Their divorce was finalized in July 2001.

Jack Quaid

Dennis and Ryan’s son, Jack, was born on April 24, 1992. He followed in his dad’s acting footsteps and has appeared in movies like The Hunger Games (his breakout role), Scream and Oppenheimer, among others. He also played the role of Hughie Campbell on The Boys for five seasons.

Kimberly Buffington

Dennis married third wife Buffington in July 2004. Their twins, Thomas and Zoe, were born via surrogate in November 2007. Buffington filed for divorce from Dennis in March 2012, but they initially reconciled. They officially separated in October 2012 with Dennis filing for divorce the following month. After a second reconciliation, their divorce was dismissed in September 2013. Nearly three years later, the couple announced their plans to divorce in June 2016. Their split was finalized in April 2018.

Thomas Boone and Zoe Grace Quaid

After the twins were born on November 8, 2007, they were diagnosed with staph infections. While at the hospital, they were administered near-fatal doses of blood thinners and nearly overdosed. Both Thomas and Zoe made a full recovery in December 2007.

Dennis announced in July 2025 that Zoe was working as a camp counselor in Texas after the Guadalupe River flooded, reportedly killing hundreds of Camp Mystic campers and employees.

“Hill County in Texas is a magical place, especially for children going to camp there. It’s a cherished memory you carry with you all your life,” Dennis shared with Fox News at the time. “My daughter was a few miles away from [Camp] Mystic, further north. Thankfully, their camp was OK.”