Former political appointee and WWE co-founder Linda McMahon has a lengthy and enduring relationship with the contentious Vince McMahon. According to reports, Linda has been named President-elect Donald Trump’s Secretary of Education. The rumours, which CNN reported from unnamed sources, have rekindled curiosity in McMahon’s remarkable career and the personal struggles that have influenced her public image.
We will go over Linda McMahon’s current marriage and relationship statuses in this post, along with a detailed look at several facets that influenced her life.
Linda McMahon’s current marital status: Is she married to Vince McMahon?
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Linda was only 17 years old and Vince McMahon was 21 when they married on August 26, 1966. The early years were marred by some significant financial struggles and bankruptcies that led to racking up $1 million in debt by 1976. With dedication, this couple helped the WWE grow into the massive entertainment company that it is today.
But their marriage has not been smooth either. The two are said to have been separated for years, though the couple is still officially married. “They haven’t been together for a long, long time, but technically they are married,” said wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer.
Public scandals and private betrayals
Throughout their careers, the McMahons’ personal lives often blurred with their on-screen personas. Vince McMahon’s involvement in controversial WWE storylines, such as kissing Trish Stratus on live television, sparked significant public scrutiny.
Off-screen, Vince admitted to infidelity, acknowledging in a 2002 Playboy interview, “I’ve never lied to her. She was crushed by it.” Their daughter, Stephanie McMahon, has publicly discussed the emotional impact these revelations had on their family.
Legal and ethical controversies further deteriorated Linda’s relationship with Vince
A series of accusations that date back decades have cast a cloud on Vince McMahon’s reputation. In 1986, a former WWE referee made the first sexual misconduct allegations, claiming sexual assault, which she later reaffirmed in 2022. There have been several accusations over the years, and settlements totalling more than $19.6 million have purportedly been reached.
Former WWE employee Janel Grant accused Vince of physical and psychological coercion, human trafficking, and sexual abuse in January 2024. Vince’s resignation as WWE chairman and CEO resulted from this, which was a major setback for the wrestling tycoon.
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Linda and Vince McMahon are currently separated
It was confirmed in a November 19, 2024 CNN report by Linda McMahon’s attorney, Laura Brevetti, that Linda and Vince are separated. Brevetti also dismissed the “Ring Boys” lawsuit, which alleged misconduct within WWE, calling it “baseless.” Brevetti said, “The McMahons are currently separated.”
The Netflix docuseries Mr. McMahon, released in September 2024, avoided addressing the couple’s estranged relationship directly, further fueling speculation about their status.