The Private Lives Of Elizabeth Taylor's Two Daughters: Where Are Liza Todd And Maria Burton Now In 2025?
Few Hollywood legacies rival that of Elizabeth Taylor, a superstar whose life was as dazzling and dramatic as her films, yet the lives of her children have remained intentionally private. As of December 2025, her two daughters—Liza Todd Tivey and Maria Burton Carson—have forged paths far removed from the glare of Tinseltown, choosing careers rooted in art, social work, and quiet philanthropy, proving that the greatest inheritance is a life lived on one's own terms.
This exclusive, up-to-date look reveals the current activities of the screen legend's only daughters, providing fresh details on Liza’s thriving artistic career in the Hudson Valley and Maria’s dedicated humanitarian efforts in the American Midwest. Their stories offer a fascinating counterpoint to their mother's celebrity, highlighting a commitment to stability and continuing Taylor's philanthropic spirit through the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF).
The Complete Biographical Profile of Elizabeth Taylor's Daughters
Elizabeth Taylor was a mother to four children: two sons (Michael Wilding Jr. and Christopher Wilding) from her marriage to Michael Wilding, a biological daughter (Liza Todd) from her marriage to Mike Todd, and an adopted daughter (Maria Burton) with Richard Burton. The two daughters, Liza and Maria, have maintained the lowest public profiles among the Taylor-Wilding-Burton family, yet their careers are the most creatively and socially impactful.
- Name: Elizabeth Frances "Liza" Todd Tivey
- Relationship: Biological Daughter
- Date of Birth: August 6, 1957
- Parents: Elizabeth Taylor and Mike Todd
- Current Profession: Highly regarded Sculptor (specializing in equine and animal subjects)
- Current Location: Upstate New York (Hudson Valley)
- Marital Status: Married to artist Hap Tivey; Mother to two sons, Quinn Tivey and Rhys Tivey.
- Name: Maria Burton Carson
- Relationship: Adopted Daughter
- Date of Birth: August 1, 1961
- Parents: Adopted by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton
- Current Profession: Social Worker, Community Leader, and Humanitarian
- Current Location: Idaho, USA
- Marital Status: Married; Mother to a daughter, Eliza, who is an ambassador for the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
Liza Todd Tivey: The Equine Sculptor of the Hudson Valley
Liza Todd Tivey, Elizabeth Taylor’s daughter with her third husband, producer Mike Todd, inherited her mother’s intensity but channeled it into the quiet, demanding world of fine art. While her mother was known for her dramatic on-screen portrayals, Liza has become a celebrated contemporary sculptor, focusing almost exclusively on animals, particularly horses.
Her work is characterized by a deep understanding of anatomy and movement, a passion she developed from a lifelong affinity for horses. This focus on equine sculpture has earned her a distinct reputation in the art community. Her pieces, often cast in bronze, capture the spirit and power of the animals, a far cry from the glittering world of Hollywood premieres.
In a testament to her continued artistic relevance, Liza's work remains a fixture in gallery and auction circuits. As recently as late 2024, her sculptures were featured in prominent art guides for the Hudson Valley region, where she maintains a private life with her husband, artist Hap Tivey. This recent activity confirms her status not merely as a celebrity daughter, but as a serious, working artist whose pieces command significant attention and value.
Liza’s choice of career reflects a desire for stability and creative control that often eluded her famous parents. She studied at London’s Hornsey College of Art, grounding her practice in classical training. Her sons, Quinn Tivey and Rhys Tivey, have also pursued creative paths, with Quinn being a painter and a prominent figure in the family’s philanthropic efforts, serving as a co-trustee of the Elizabeth Taylor Charitable Trust.
Maria Burton Carson: A Life Dedicated to Social Work and Humanitarianism
Maria Burton Carson, adopted by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton during their first marriage, has perhaps the most dramatic origin story—she was adopted from an orphanage in Munich, Germany, in 1961. Unlike her sister Liza, Maria initially dabbled in the public eye, working as a model and cloth designer in her younger years. However, she eventually found her true calling in a field that prioritizes service and community welfare.
Today, Maria is primarily known as a dedicated social worker and community leader. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work, using her education and personal experiences to advocate for vulnerable populations. She maintains a very quiet, private life in Idaho, a deliberate choice to avoid the media scrutiny that defined her childhood.
Her humanitarian spirit is a direct continuation of Elizabeth Taylor’s own groundbreaking activism. Maria is an active ambassador for the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF), an organization her mother founded in 1991. This role is a vital connection to her mother’s legacy, allowing her to contribute to the global fight against HIV/AIDS, a cause Elizabeth Taylor championed fiercely until her death.
Maria’s commitment to child protection and community leadership, often in the Midwest, stands in stark contrast to the glamour of Hollywood. It is a powerful example of transforming a famous name into a force for good. Her daughter, Eliza, also serves as an ETAF ambassador, ensuring that the legacy of compassion and activism continues into the next generation.
The Enduring Legacy: Philanthropy and the Grandchildren
The lives of Elizabeth Taylor’s daughters are a clear reflection of her later years, which were heavily focused on philanthropy and family. While the public remembers the violet eyes and the eight marriages, her children and ten grandchildren are focused on preserving her legacy through humanitarian work.
The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) serves as the central hub for the family’s collective philanthropic efforts. Both Liza and Maria, along with several of their children, are deeply involved in the foundation. This inter-generational commitment ensures that Taylor’s work in advocacy and fundraising continues to have a global impact, providing direct care and support to people living with HIV/AIDS.
The grandchildren, including Liza’s sons Quinn and Rhys Tivey, and Maria’s daughter Eliza, have become the new faces of the Taylor legacy. Quinn Tivey, in particular, is a co-trustee and a frequent public speaker for the foundation, often sharing personal stories about his grandmother to keep her memory and mission alive. This focus on the ETAF is arguably the most significant way that Elizabeth Taylor's daughters and their families have chosen to honor her memory, prioritizing substance over celebrity.
In a world obsessed with celebrity dynasties, Liza Todd Tivey and Maria Burton Carson offer a refreshing narrative. They are not chasing movie roles or red carpets; they are building lives defined by artistic creation and social responsibility. Their current lives in 2025—one as a respected artist in the Hudson Valley, the other as a dedicated social worker in Idaho—are the quiet, powerful testament to a mother who, despite her tumultuous public life, instilled in her daughters a profound sense of purpose beyond fame.
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