David Guetta reveals the price he had to pay for his career: “It was a family sacrifice”

David Guetta has built an extraordinary career. After more than forty-five years behind the decks, the famous French DJ is ready to rock the Stade de France. From June 11 to 13, 2026, the artist will present The Ultimate Monolith Showthe greatest production of his career. Concerning David Guetta, the figures are dizzying: more than 10 million albums sold worldwidemore than 65 million singles sold and more than 30 billion plays on Spotify. Cathy Guetta’s ex-marriage has established himself over the decades as one of the most influential DJs on the planet. From Las Vegas to Ibiza, his residences are sold out and his hits are breaking records.

David Guetta happy father of four children

But behind this spectacular success lies a more intimate reality. This success had a price, sometimes high, as he confided, on June 11, to our colleagues at Parisian. At 58 years old, David Guetta is the father of four children: Tim (22 years old) and Angie (18 years old), born from his marriage to Cathy Guetta, as well as Cyan (2 years old) and Skyler (4 months), fruits of his relationship with his partner Jessica Ledon. In May 2025, the DJ emotionally announced the birth of his last child on Instagram: “It’s the best feeling in the world. This little angel is sleeping on my chest. Welcome to the world, Skyler. The best secret we’ve ever kept.”

Today, the artist makes sure to devote more time to his family. A priority that was not always his in his younger years. “I am also at a time where family life has taken on much more importance than before. I have slowed down the pace to only do residencies in Ibiza and Las Vegas and big shows. Otherwise, I no longer do clubs”he confided to Parisian.

David Guetta regrets not having seen his elders grow up

An observation which is accompanied by a touch of regret. David Guetta readily admits that his international career took him away from his elders for many years. He explains: “I talk about it a lot with my first children, Tim Elvis and Angie. They tell me: ‘They’re lucky, your little ones. They will see you more than we saw you‘.” A remark that stands out and did not leave this father indifferent.

Accustomed to touring all over the world, the DJ has long lived to the rhythm of planes and slept in hotel rooms. “Waking up every day in a different bed (…) missing my children’s birthdays, football, that was the price to pay”he confides. A family sacrifice that he assumes, not without emotion. “They wanted me when they were little. I remember discussions with my son that broke my heart. It was a family sacrifice.” he admits today with sincerity. Very close to his ex-wife Cathy Guetta, the Frenchman is at the head of a united brotherhood. Cathy Guetta admitted to Paris MatchApril 9, 2026: “I, Cathy Guetta, do not exist without David Guetta, and David Guetta does not exist without me. The couple has separated, of course, but the family will always exist“. A beautiful proof of love.