Jim Morrison’s Fame Led Dad to Offer Resignation From U.S. Navy

The sister of Doors singer Jim Morrison said their father, a decorated flag officer in the U.S. Navy, offered to resign as his son became a counterculture icon.

George Stephen Morrison served from 1938 until 1975, retiring as a rear admiral with 15 career decorations, including honors for valor and merit. He fought in World War II, Korea and Vietnam.

In a recent interview with the Del Mar Times, Anne Morrison Chewning recalled that her older brother had been known for misbehavior long before he found fame with the Doors. “Jim was loads of fun,” she said. “He would do pranks and silly things, and he would get us into trouble on the Navy base.” She added that, on one occasion, their mom wouldn’t allow him to enter their home until he cut his long hair. “I think that was the last haircut Jim got for a long time,” she said.