Judge Greg Mathis’ 39-Year Marriage Comes to an End as Wife Files for Divorce
Judge Greg Mathis, the popular TV personality, is facing a personal crisis as his wife of 39 years, Linda Reese Mathis, has filed for divorce. The 61-year-old Linda filed the papers in Los Angeles Superior Court on August 22, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.
According to reports, the couple has no minor children, and custody will not be an issue. They share adult children Jade, 39, Camara, 36, Greg Jr, 35, and Amir, 34. It remains unclear whether the pair have a prenuptial agreement in place, as they married after college and before Mathis became a daytime TV staple on his reality court series “Judge Mathis,” which ran from 1999-2023. Linda is seeking spousal support.
The couple’s last photo together was taken at their granddaughter’s birthday party in late July, which Judge Mathis shared on Instagram. Neither Linda nor Judge Mathis has spoken publicly about their separation.
Judge Mathis has often credited his wife with being a major catalyst in getting his life together. In a 2021 Facebook post, he wrote, “Age 25, marrying Linda put me on the path in the right direction. I hope my journey is a inspiration to others.” The pair wed in June 1985.
The news of their separation comes as a shock to fans and viewers of “Judge Mathis,” who have grown accustomed to seeing the judge and his wife together on the show. As the couple navigates this difficult time, they will undoubtedly face challenges and emotions that will be played out in the public eye.
