Lorenzo Lamas

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Career Shifts and Aviation

In the early 2000s, Lamas pivoted from acting and became a certified helicopter pilot. Since 2001, he has worked as a helicopter tour pilot in California, merging his skills as a certified flight instructor with his lifelong enthusiasm for flight. His Twitter bio describes his profession as “Actor/Director/Certified Flight Instructor-helicopter / NJROTC grad.”

Quick Facts

Birth Date
20 Jan, 1958
Age
62 yrs
Citizenship
United States of America
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Birth Place
Santa Monica
Education
Admiral Farragut Academy
Gender
Male
Description
American actor
Twitter Id
Lorenzolamas
Spouse
Kathleen Kinmont[1989-1993]
Shauna Sand[1996-2002]
Net Worth 2021
2 million

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Personal Life and Relationships

Lamas has been married multiple times. He was married to his fifth wife, Shawna Craig, whom he wed on April 30, 2011; they separated in 2016 and later divorced. In October 2023, he married his sixth wife, Kenna Scott. Notably, Lamas is 29 years older than Craig, who is also known for her work as a model and as a cast member on the E! reality series Second Wives Club. Interestingly, Craig acted as the surrogate mother for Lyon Lamas-Richie—the son of Lamas' daughter, Shayne Lamas, and her husband, Nik Richie.

Lamas' previous relationships include marriages to Victoria Hilbert (1981–1982), Michele Smith (1983–1985), Kathleen Kinmont (1989–1993), and Shauna Sand (1996–2002). He was also briefly engaged to Barbara Moore in 2004 and dated actress Daphne Ashbrook between 1987 and 1988.

Children and Family Dynamics

Lamas has six children. With Michele Smith, he has two children: son Alvaro Joshua (born 1983) and daughter Shayne (born 1985). He shares three daughters with former Playboy model and actress Shauna Sand. He also has a daughter, actress Paton Ashbrook (born 1988), from his earlier relationship with Daphne Ashbrook. Shayne Lamas is known for her television appearances, including a stint on The Bachelor.

His son, Alvaro Joshua Lamas, has also pursued acting with roles in shows like As the World Turns, Gigantic, and Modern Family. He was named Mr. Golden Globe in 2003 and has received various entertainment industry accolades. However, Alvaro has faced legal challenges over the years, including multiple charges related to substance abuse and battery.

Financial Challenges and Bankruptcy

Lamas has experienced significant financial difficulties. He filed for bankruptcy twice—once in 2004 and again in 2014. His 2014 bankruptcy filing showed debts exceeding $322,000 and assets totaling approximately $9,100, including $1,200 in clothing, $430 in a checking account, and $2,300 in books. One major debt cited in the 2004 filing included a $200,000 private jet loan.

Trivia and Personal Interests

Among other interesting facts, Lamas' stepmother was the iconic swimming film star Esther Williams, who married his father, Fernando Lamas, when he was 11. He was also close friends with actress Jane Wyman, his co-star on Falcon Crest.

Lamas maintains an online presence through Twitter, where he has over 8,000 followers. His engagement on the platform showcases both his current aviation work and reflections on his acting career. He joined Twitter in May 2012 under the handle @lorenzolamas.


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Last Modified: Aug 17 2026

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