Laurie Money is an American producer and former model who rose to prominence primarily through her marriage to rock musician Eddie Money. Over time, she also gained recognition for her involvement in the entertainment industry, including production roles and appearances on television.
Before entering the entertainment industry, Laurie Money worked as a model and beauty queen. Her successful modeling career included winning local beauty contests, one of which was the "Miss One for the Sun" pageant in Nashville, Tennessee. Her early life laid the foundation for her future work in media and television.
Laurie Money played a significant role in the creation and production of the reality television series Real Money, which premiered in April 2018 on AXS TV. The show focused on the daily lives of the Money family and featured a mix of family dynamics, behind-the-scenes insights into Eddie Money’s music career, and personal moments. Laurie served as one of the producers and regularly appeared on the show, helping shape the family-centric narrative.
One notable episode featured Eddie dedicating a song to Laurie, surprising her with a heartfelt moment that reflected their long-standing relationship.
Laurie married Eddie Money in 1989, and the couple remained together for over three decades until Eddie's death in 2019. They had five children: Zachary, Jessica, Joseph, Julian, and Desmond. Several of their children followed creative paths, with some appearing on Real Money.
The couple met in 1985 when Laurie was working as a model. At the time, she was unfamiliar with Eddie's musical fame and even confused him with John Mellencamp. Eddie later credited their meeting as a turning point in his life, inspiring him to embrace sobriety.
Eddie Money publicly battled substance abuse during his early career. A widely reported incident in the 1980s involved him accidentally ingesting a harmful substance he mistook for cocaine. He later committed to rehabilitation and credited Laurie and their children as a strong motivating force behind his recovery.
In interviews, Eddie frequently reflected on the positive influence Laurie had on his life, even drawing humorous comparisons between her and his mother, noting their close birthdays and similar influence on him.
