Having Opted a Life Away From Spotlight, Here’s a Closer Look Into Charles Barkley’s Wife of 34 Years, Maureen Blumhardt

Charles Barkley is one of the most jolly and loved personalities in the basketball world. He got married in the year 1989. The NBA Hall of Famer won his maiden MVP in 1993 and also made its sole trip to the NBA Finals in the same year. Barkley was once a monster on the basketball court with a rather intense demeanor. Seems like Barkley’s career took a turn for good since getting married.

Charles Barkley’s wife has been with him through thick and thin. A lot has been said about Barkley, but we know very little about Charles’ partner, who’s been with him for more than three decades now. Let’s have a look at Barkley’s partner in crime.

Charles Barkley’s partner in crime

Charles Barkley might not have been a one-team man like Kobe Bryant, but he is for sure been a one-woman man. Barkley got hitched to Maureen Blumhardt and welcomed their only child, a daughter named Christiana Barkley.

63-year-old Maureen Blumhardt has been a massive philanthropist over the years. According to People’s magazine, she’s also a part of Fresh Start Women’s foundation. The organization’s website states it helps women from all background to thrive. Their motto is as follows, “From establishing household stability to launching a new career in today’s most in-demand fields, our strategic approach helps women not only achieve economic independence, but sustain it”

One has to laud Blumhardt as there are not many who are using their superior position in the social hierarchy to support the marginalized women from all backgrounds.

How did Charles and Maureen meet?

Maureen Blumhardt was born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona. Despite growing away from the camera, she went on to become one of the models for a major body-vibration fitness equipment brand. While not much information is available about how they crossed paths, it was reported that the duo met after one of Barkley’s games.

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In a previous interview, Barkley touched upon the subject of having a successful marriage like his. Barkley said, “I think the main reason is she accepts my flaws and all. She doesn’t judge me, accepts me how I am, she’s a great mother” Barkley lauded his partner and shed light on her impressive parenting.

Thus, we can surely say that the phrase “Behind every successful man there is a woman” holds immense importance in Sir Charles’ life. Do you want to give a shout-out to the woman of your life too? Let us know in the comments below.

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