Kelly Slater Announces Birth of Daughter Azumi Moon

The 54-year-old athlete shared the news alongside photos of his partner, Kalani Miller, and their toddler son, Tao, according to a report from Surfer.

The announcement comes as Slater prepares for a professional return to elite competition. He is scheduled to compete as a wildcard at the Outerknown Tahiti Pro, which takes place at the Teahupo’o reef break from August 8-18, 2026, Surfer reported.

Slater’s entry into the event is linked to his role as the founder of Outerknown, the title sponsor of the competition. According to the report, this connection made him a natural choice for the wildcard invitation.

Slater’s Competitive History at Teahupo’o

The Teahupo’o break in Tahiti is one of the most demanding waves in professional surfing. Slater has a documented history of success at this specific location, having secured five career victories at the Tahitian lefthander, according to Surfer.

His return at age 54 marks a continued effort to compete against younger generations of surfers. The Outerknown Tahiti Pro serves as the next chapter in a career that spans more than three decades of professional surfing.

Family Details and Personal Announcement

In his social media post, Slater shared that Azumi Moon had been with the family for three months. He wrote, Finding balance with our new addition. 3 months of Azumi Moon being with her brother Tao.

The images accompanying the post focused on family moments while keeping the infant’s face private. Azumi Moon joins a family that includes Tao and Taylor, Slater’s adult daughter from a previous relationship, according to the report.

The name Azumi has Japanese origins. Depending on the characters used, it is commonly interpreted as “peaceful home,” “abundant beauty,” or “safe residence,” according to details provided by Surfer.