Kevin was born & raised in Memphis to Bill & Shirley Key. He graduated from Bishop Byrne High School earning a B. A. degree in Psychology from Memphis State University. Kevin has been active in Republican campaigns since youth.

He has been married to high school "sweet heart" Kim for 29 years. They have 4 children and are members of Collierville First Baptist Church.

Kevin coached youth football, basketball, & track and was past president of The Collierville Shelby Youth Sports program.

He has been active with Collierville High School athletic programs for 15 years and served as president of the Track & Field Booster Club. For the last 9 years he has maintained the High School football web site and assists players and parents with recruiting.

He enjoys officiating youth basketball and is an administrator with the Metro Officials Association. Other hobbies include watching his daughters on the University of Memphis Dance Team & attending Tiger Football games with his father Bill.