Devastating Details About George Strait’s Son

George Strait’s son, George “Bubba” Strait Jr., has largely stayed out of the intense public spotlight, but his story has moments of both quiet success and deep family sorrow. While Bubba has lived a relatively private life, there are some poignant chapters in the Strait family’s history that fans often associate with heartbreak and resilience.

The Most Devastating Chapter: The Loss of Jenifer Strait

The most devastating event in George Strait’s family life wasn’t directly about his son Bubba, but it profoundly shaped the entire family, including him:

• In 1986, George Strait’s 13-year-old daughter, Jenifer, tragically died in a car accident near San Marcos, Texas.

• Bubba was just five years old at the time. The loss of his older sister had a lasting emotional impact on the family.

• George and his wife Norma never spoke publicly about Jenifer’s death for years, choosing instead to grieve privately to protect their son and themselves.

To honor Jenifer’s memory, the family later established the Jenifer Lynn Strait Foundation, a charity dedicated to children’s causes in San Antonio and the surrounding area. Bubba has occasionally been involved in supporting this cause, though he continues to live a low-key life compared to his superstar father.

Bubba’s Life Today

• Bubba grew up to become a professional rodeo cowboy and songwriter.

• He’s co-written several of George Strait’s songs, including hits like “Living for the Night” and “Here for a Good Time.”

• Bubba also has a son named George Harvey Strait III, affectionately nicknamed “Harvey,” making George Strait a proud grandfather.

While the Strait family experienced tremendous heartbreak with the loss of Jenifer, their bond, faith, and love for one another remain strong. Bubba Strait, though not a public figure like his father, has played a meaningful role behind the scenes — in both music and family healing.

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