Updated: September 16, 2026
Taylor Hanson has spent decades in the public eye as the middle brother of the chart-topping band Hanson. While fans still belt out “MMMBop” and now watch him compete on Dancing with the Stars Season 35, one person has remained a steady, largely private presence by his side for more than two decades: his wife, Natalie Hanson (née Natalie Anne Bryant).
Here’s a clear, up-to-date look at the woman who married a teen idol, built a big family with him, and prefers life away from the cameras.
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How Taylor and Natalie First Met
Music brought them together in the most Hanson way possible. In 2000, during a Hanson concert in Atlanta, Taylor (then 17) met Natalie. Interestingly, Taylor and his brother Zac both met their future wives at the same show. Isaac Hanson had spotted the two young women and encouraged the introductions. Natalie, originally from Georgia, was working as a model at the time.
Taylor has said that meeting Natalie changed how he thought about relationships. The connection was quick and genuine. Within two years they were planning a life together.
Their Wedding and Life as Young Parents
On June 8, 2002, Taylor (19) and Natalie (18) married in a romantic, intimate ceremony in Pine Mountain, Georgia, surrounded by family and close friends. Taylor later described the day as exactly what they had envisioned.
Just four months later, in October 2002, they welcomed their first child. What followed was a steady expansion of their family while Taylor continued recording, touring, and eventually co-founding the independent label 3CG Records with his brothers. The couple settled in Tulsa, Oklahoma — Taylor’s hometown — and have stayed deeply rooted there.
Raising Seven Children Together
Taylor and Natalie are parents to seven children. Natalie has largely taken the lead on the day-to-day work of raising them, including homeschooling. She has spoken openly about choosing home education so she could better support each child’s individual needs, including helping one daughter navigate dyslexia.
Here is a quick overview of their family:
| Family Member | Relationship | Approximate Age (2026) | Birth Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natalie Anne Bryant Hanson | Wife | 42 | 1983 |
| Taylor Hanson | Husband | 43 | 1983 |
| Ezra (Jordan Ezra) | Son | 23 | 2002 |
| Penelope Anne | Daughter | 21 | 2005 |
| River Samuel | Son | 20 | 2006 |
| Viggo Moriah | Son | 17 | 2008 |
| Wilhelmina Jane | Daughter | 13 | 2012 |
| Indiana (Claude Indiana Emmanuel) | Son | 7 | 2018 |
| Maybellene Alma Joy | Daughter | 5 | 2020 |
Taylor has repeatedly called his kids “my world,” and the family has been supportive of his recent Dancing with the Stars journey, with the children expected to appear in the audience at times.
Natalie’s Private Life and Quiet Contributions
Natalie has deliberately stayed out of the spotlight. She once co-founded a baby-naming consultation business called Modern Moniker with her sister-in-law Kate Hanson (Zac’s wife), and she has written about homeschooling and family life for local Tulsa publications. Beyond that, she focuses on raising their children and maintaining a grounded home life while Taylor tours or takes on new projects like DWTS.
The couple’s marriage has now lasted more than 24 years — a rare achievement in the entertainment world. They still live in Tulsa, where Taylor also founded the nonprofit Food on the Move to address local food insecurity.
Conclusion
Taylor Hanson wife, Natalie, represents the quieter half of a high-profile partnership that began when both were teenagers. From a chance meeting at a concert to a long marriage and a bustling household of nine, their story is one of early commitment, intentional family-building, and mutual support. While Taylor remains the public face of the family, Natalie’s steady presence behind the scenes has clearly helped make their large, close-knit life possible. As Taylor steps into the ballroom this season, fans get a fresh reminder that some of the strongest partnerships in music happen far from the stage lights.