Joey Luft

Joey Luft
Luft in 2022
Born	March 29, 1955 Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupations	Perfomer producer
Years active	1963–present
Parents	Judy Garland Sidney Luft
Relatives	Liza Minnelli (half sister) Lorna Luft (sister)

Joseph Wiley Luft (born March 29, 1955) is an American man who is the son of Judy Garland and Sidney Luft. Growing up in a prominent show business family, Luft made occasional appearances on his mother's television series, The Judy Garland Show, but generally maintained a lower public profile compared to his siblings, Liza Minnelli and Lorna Luft.

Life and career

He was born in Los Angeles, California, during his mother’s marriage to Sidney Luft, Garland's third husband. Luft's childhood was marked by the highs and lows of Garland's career, including her struggles with substance abuse. After his mother died in 1969, Luft, then 14, largely retreated from the public eye. He chose not to pursue a traditional acting career, although he occasionally worked behind the scenes in various roles, including in theatre management and as a producer.

In later years, Luft focused on preserving his mother's legacy. He participated in special projects and documentaries celebrating Garland’s life, such as contributing to live shows like A Judy Garland Concert with Joey Luft, where he shared personal stories and insights about his mother. Luft also participated in documentary projects featuring rare family footage and his reflections on growing up with Garland.

Despite generally avoiding the limelight, Joey has spoken about his experiences growing up in a high-profile family, including the impact of his mother’s addiction on their lives. Through his appearances and advocacy, he has contributed to raising awareness about the challenges associated with substance abuse and mental health.

Credits

Year	Title	Role	Type	Notes
1963	I Could Go On Singing	Boat Passanger	Film
1963	The Judy Garland Show	Himself	Television
2014	A Judy Garland Concert with Joey Luft	Producer & Performer	Theatere
2019	Sid & Judy	Himself	Documentary