Happyy, Lily Cornell Silver! 

Born June 28, 2000  25th Birthda

Today we celebrate the 25th birthday of Lily Cornell Silver — a young woman whose voice carries far beyond the legacy of her iconic last name.

Born to music royalty, Lily is the daughter of the late, legendary Chris Cornell — frontman of Soundgarden, Audioslave, and Temple of the Dog — and powerhouse music manager Susan Silver, who helped shape the sound of Seattle’s grunge explosion. But Lily is far more than a product of rock ‘n’ roll lineage. She’s a powerful, thoughtful force of her own — an advocate, a truth-teller, and a beacon of compassion for her generation.

From a young age, Lily has shown that she’s unafraid to tackle the tough conversations. In 2020, she launched her own IGTV series Mind Wide Open, a mental health interview platform born from personal grief and the desire to break stigma. Through heartfelt discussions with activists, doctors, musicians, and creatives, Lily offered a safe space for vulnerability — reminding viewers that healing is not linear and that strength can look like simply showing up.

Her advocacy doesn’t stop there. Lily is a committed supporter of organizations that work toward justice, equity, and healing. W

hether it’s MusiCares supporting musicians in crisis, Everytown for Gun Safety pushing for reform, or the NAACP and Equal Justice Initiative championing racial equity, Lily’s heart is firmly rooted in action. She also stands with Planned Parenthood, underscoring her belief in bodily autonomy and reproductive rights — values she promotes with grace and fierce conviction.

Closer to home, Lily uplifts the next generation of Seattle artists, keeping the spirit of her hometown alive — not through nostalgia, but by championing fresh voices and diverse perspectives. It’s a modern echo of her father’s legacy: fearless, emotionally rich, and deeply human.

At 25, Lily Cornell Silver stands not just as the daughter of legends, but as a changemaker in her own right. With poise, empathy, and an unshakable sense of purpose, she’s writing a new chapter — one filled with honesty, advocacy, and deep connection.

Happy Birthday, Lily. The world needs more voices like yours.