Mat Ishbia, the billionaire businessman and owner of the Phoenix Suns, is no stranger to the spotlight. However, much of his personal life has remained behind closed doors. One significant chapter in his life was his marriage to Emily Ishbia, a well-known blogger, model, and fashion stylist. While the popular couple’s divorce was also somewhat kept under wraps, their journey together, including their children, has greatly interested fans and followers over the years.

Who is Mat Ishbia’s ex-wife, Emily? How long was the Phoenix Suns’ owner married?

Emily Ishbia, originally from Naperville, Illinois, became a super-prominent figure in the public eye as Mat Ishbia’s ex-wife. The couple met while studying at Michigan State University, then began dating, and finally tied the knot in 2014. Though their separation surprised many, details surrounding the split remain unclear, with both Mat and Emily keeping their personal lives relatively private.

What does Emily do for a living?

Emily, standing at 5’6, has built a diverse career. The Michigan State University graduate initially entered the modeling world in 2008 and worked as a freelance model until 2017. She has collaborated with brands like Pogo Boutique and Pupa Milano Cosmetics on fashion campaigns. Alongside her modeling career, she has a passion for writing and has penned a book titled Overcoming Obstacles.

In addition, Emily is also a businesswoman, having opened her own company, ‘Emily Ishbia Modeling LLC’. But that’s not all.

The 44-year-old is also a huge advocate for health- especially in areas like fertility, parenting, and youth sports. As mentioned above, her interests keep her active on social media, but her Instagram account seems to have been made private, recently.

Do Mat Ishbia and Emily have kids together?

Mat Ishbia and Emily Ishbia share three children: Joey, Jamie, and Ben.

Their journey to parenthood wasn’t without challenges, as Emily has openly discussed the difficulties she faced in her fertility journey. Her first two children were born via IVF, and she has used her social platform to advocate for others dealing with similar struggles.

Is Emily Ishbia dating someone now? 

Since the separation (reason unknown), Emily has been romantically linked to Alex Hodi, a Jiu-Jitsu professional. While her Instagram is private, a past post from 2022 featured a heartfelt birthday tribute to Alex, where she described him as her “ride or die” and praised him for supporting her and the kids.

While there is no further information on the alleged couple (Hodi’s account is public, but there is no mention of Emily at all), this glimpse into her life hints at a positive and meaningful connection with Hodi.

So, while Emily’s marriage to Mat Ishbia may be behind her, their shared focus on raising their 3 children remains at the forefront of their lives. And as for the Suns’ owner, his personal life, too, largely remains out of the public eye.