So you grew up watching “Sister, sister,” starring the identical twins Tia and Tamera Mowry? Well, it’s one of the most iconic 90s comedies. But have you ever wondered who’s the father of Tia and Tamera Mowry?
Wonder no more, Timothy Mowry is the man behind the iconic Hollywood twins Tia and Tamera Mowry. He has served in the U.S. Army for decades, and his most remarkable achievement is his twin daughters.
In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the man who raised the Mowry twins; Timothy Mowry.
Who’s Timothy Mowry?
Timothy John “Tim” Mowry is most famous for being the father of Hollywood’s identical twins, Tia and Tamera Mowry.
Tim was born on the 4th of January, 1957, in Miami, Florida, and he’s of Irish and English descent. He has served in the U.S. military for nearly two decades, and he attained the rank of first sergeant.
Despite being famous for being the father of Tia and Tamera Mowry, Tim lives a quiet life away from the spotlight. Still, he made several appearances on his daughters’ reality shows, including Tia Mowry at Home.
Early Life
Tim Mowry spent his childhood in Miami, Florida, where he attended high school. There’s not much information about Tim’s parents, but he grew up in a strict and high-achieving family.
His father encouraged him to engage in various sports and activities from a young age. According to reports, Tim was an active person and excelled in different sports, including yoga.
After graduating from high school, Tim decided to join the U.S. Army. Due to his excellent physical and mental attributes, he scored high on all the required physical and mental tests.
Career
Mowry’s career in the army was nothing short of impressive. Despite being a young recruit, his exceptional physical and mental abilities led him to quickly become a first sergeant.
During his time as a 1SG, Timothy Mowry took on a lot of responsibilities, from taking care of administrative tasks to leading a battalion.
After spending years serving his country in the military, Tim Mowry retired and moved to California. He was then assigned a role as a custody officer in the Glendale Police Department.
Timothy Mowry’s Wife
Timothy Mowry’s wife is his high school sweetheart, Darlene Reeny Flowers. The connection between them grew stronger throughout the years, and they joined the U.S. military together after graduation.
At the age of 18, the couple eloped and exchanged vows and then started their journey in the U.S. military.
Darleene was born on October 25, 1956. Before joining the military with her husband, she worked as a security guard. She decided to join the army shortly after graduating from high school, and thanks to her excellence and dedication, she achieved the rank of a drill sergeant.
During her time in the army, Flowers spent a few years in Germany alongside her husband. She gave birth to her twin daughters, Tamera and Tia, in Gelnhausen, Hesse, Germany, on July 6, 1978.
After spending a few years in Germany, Darlene returned back to Texas, USA, in 1979. The family then relocated to California, and Darlene made a selfless decision by quitting her military job to support her children.
Unfortunately, after spending 40 years together, Timothy and Darlene divorced in 2015. They had four children together; twin girls, Tia and Tamera, as well as two sons; Tahj and Tavior.
Timothy’s Relationship With His Daughters
Like most military families, the Mowrys were consistently relocating; they even lived in Hawaii for some time. As the twin daughters grew up, they showed interest in acting and modeling. They started going for auditions and modeling opportunities, and the parents were supportive.
Tim and Flower had confidence in their daughters, and they thought a move to Los Angeles would be perfect for the girls to kickstart their careers in acting or modeling.
Darlene decided to leave her military life behind and moved to Los Angeles when her daughter Tia successfully booked a gig. At that time, Timothy wasn’t ready to leave his job, so he spent two years in Germany before reuniting with his family later on.
Tamera and Tia were known for their success as young actors, and they gained fame through their notable comedy sitcom “Sister sister,” which aired for six seasons. Even as adults, the twin sisters collaborated on many movies and TV series, such as:
- Seventeen Again
- Detention
- Double Wedding
- Twitches
- Are you afraid of the dark?
- Tia & Tamera
Life After Divorce
Unfortunately, there’s not enough information available about the reason for Tim’s divorce. Even Tia and Tamera don’t usually share much about the reason for their parents’ divorce.
In 2019, Tamera Mowry spoke about her parent’s divorce, saying that it wasn’t easy for her to adjust to it even after four years. According to Tamera, her mother, Flower, lives a private life. Meanwhile, her dad is openly dating and had an Asian girlfriend.
To Wrap Up
There you have it, a deeper look inside the life of the man who raised the iconic twins; Tia and Tamera Mowry. Timothy Mowry has served in the U.S. military for two decades but remains famous for being the father of the Mowry twins.
Despite being a busy military man, Timothy Mowry has supported his daughters and believed in their talent since they were young. His decision to retire and relocate to the United States to stay with his daughters shows how much he contributed to their success.
