Actress Liv Tyler revealed on the “Sibling Revelry” podcast that she was just eight when she first met her half‑sister Mia at an Aerosmith show—and immediately realized that rock icon Steven Tyler was her biological father. The story, originally detailed by People, has left fans stunned by how a chance encounter flipped Liv’s world upside down.
It happened back in the early ’90s at a packed arena where Guns N’ Roses opened for Aerosmith. Liv and Mia, both sporting spiral‑permed hair and matching pink lipstick, ran into the same fan—who blurted out, “You two look exactly alike, are you related?” That single question set Liv’s mind racing.
Actresses Liv Tyler and Mia Tyler recall meeting for the first time at an Aerosmith concert and learning they are sisters: “I was literally, like, looking in the mirror and seeing double.” https://twitter.com/GMA/status/1912576215485149335— Good Morning America (@GMA) April 16, 2025
Moments later, Liv spotted Mia near the stage and felt a shock of déjà vu. “It was like meeting my own reflection,” she said, recalling how tears welled up when she turned to see her mother, Bebe Buell, sobbing beside her. In that instant, Bebe confirmed that Steven Tyler was indeed her father—and Liv’s life narrative changed forever.
After slipping backstage together to talk, Liv began to understand that Todd Rundgren, the man who raised her and whose name was on her birth certificate, was actually her stepfather. As UNILAD reports, the revelation came with a mix of relief and heartbreak—for Liv and for Rundgren, who had provided her with a loving home.
By age 12, Liv had taken a paternity test to confirm what her heart already knew. She describes that moment as “layers of shock, relief, and gratitude,” admitting she struggled to reconcile her two family worlds. An AP News profile highlights how she worked through those emotions in therapy and creative projects.
Decades later, Liv and Mia share a close bond. On the podcast, Liv praised Mia’s warmth and the way motherhood has helped both sisters find healing. She compared co‑parenting her three children to “conducting an orchestra,” saying every note helps her process the past.
Liv and Mia Tyler Recall Meeting for the First Time at an Aerosmith Concert and Not Knowing They Were Sisters https://twitter.com/people/status/1912377435221303771— PEOPLE (@people) April 16, 2025
Major outlets quickly picked up the tale. CNN likened it to a real‑life rock opera, while Vanity Fair applauded Liv’s honesty about identity and family. Even Yahoo UK featured a quick explainer for readers eager to learn more.
For those curious about the show that changed her life, the “Sibling Revelry” page on iHeartRadio provides the full audio, along with bonus clips of Liv and Mia laughing over childhood memories.
Here’s what to remember about Liv and Mia’s discovery:
- Fan’s question: A simple “Are you sisters?” sparks Liv’s curiosity.
- Mirror‑image moment: Matching looks and outfits trigger the revelation.
- Mother’s tears: Bebe Buell’s reaction confirms Steven Tyler’s paternity.
- Paternity test: Scientific proof solidifies the truth in pre‑teen years.
- Sisterly bond: Decades of support, shared motherhood, and healing.
That one unforgettable concert night didn’t just rock the arena—it rocked Liv Tyler’s entire sense of self, forging a sisterhood bound by blood and music.
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