Ever wondered about the forces that shape a visionary artist? The apple rarely falls far from the tree, and understanding the parents of an icon like Grimes offers a fascinating glimpse into the genesis of her unique creative world.

Claire Elise Boucher, the avant-garde artist known globally as Grimes, emerged from a seemingly conventional background in Vancouver, Canada. Born on March 17, 1988, her upbringing was anything but ordinary. Her mother, Sandy Garossino, a former Crown prosecutor and staunch advocate for the arts, instilled in her a sense of justice and a deep appreciation for creative expression. Her father, Maurice Boucher, a former banker with a current foothold in the biotech industry, provided a contrasting influence, perhaps grounding her artistic flights with a dose of pragmatism. This blend of legal rigor, artistic passion, and business acumen appears to have uniquely shaped Grimess approach to music, art, and life itself.

Grimes (Claire Elise Boucher) - Biographical and Professional Information
Full Name	Claire Elise Boucher
Stage Name	Grimes
Date of Birth	March 17, 1988
Place of Birth	Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Nationality	Canadian
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, Music Video Director, Visual Artist
Genres	Art Pop, Synth-Pop, Electronic, Experimental
Years Active	2007 Present
Parents	Sandy Garossino (Mother), Maurice Boucher (Father)
Mother's Profession	Former Crown Prosecutor and Arts Advocate
Father's Profession	Former Banker, Works in Biotech
Known Relationships	Elon Musk (former partner)
Children	X A-Xii (son), Exa Dark Siderl (daughter)
Associated Acts	d'Eon, Majical Cloudz
Labels	Arbutus, 4AD, Columbia
Awards & Recognition	Webby Award for Artist of the Year (2016), Juno Award for Electronic Album of the Year (Geidi Primes, 2011), and numerous other nominations and accolades.
Official Website	GrimesMusic.com