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Wycliffe “Wyc” Grousbeck has been a well-known figure in the world of sports for decades. While his influence on the basketball world is undeniable, his personal life has also garnered significant attention over the years. As the saying goes, behind every great man is often a great woman—and in Wyc’s case, that woman is Emilia Fazzalari. While many associate Wyc for his success with the Boston Celtics, his marriage to Emilia adds another layer of story to his life, as their partnership goes far beyond family ties.

Who is Wyc Grousbeck’s wife Emilia?

Emilia Fazzalari was born and raised in Eastpointe, Michigan, to Italian immigrant parents. After graduating in Economics and Psychology from the University of Michigan, she moved to New York to start her career. But Emilia is far from being just another celebrity wife. She’s the CEO and co-founder of Cincoro Tequila and Cinco Spirits Group—businesses that have established her in the luxury spirits industry. Founded in 2016, Cincoro Tequila was created alongside prominent NBA figures like Michael Jordan, Jeanie Buss, Wes Edens, and her husband, Wyc Grousbeck. The brand is known for its high-quality tequila, with bottles ranging from $86.99 to $1,358.99.

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Beyond her business ventures, she is also the co-creator of Extended Family, an NBC sitcom that showcases her talent and creativity in the entertainment world. She doesn’t stop there—Emilia is a dedicated philanthropist, too. She co-founded Giving|Grousbeck Fazzalari, a charitable foundation supporting initiatives in healthcare, education, and justice. According to her LinkedIn, she is a member of the Trust Board of Boston Children’s Hospital, the President’s Advisory Council at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, on the board of Reform Alliance, and a founding partner of The Wonderfund. Along with her husband, the couple donated to the Celtics Shamrock Foundation, Camp Jabberwocky, Mass Eye and Ear, Boys and Girls Clubs, Make-a-Wish, and Robin Hood.

What’s Emilia Fazzalari net worth

At 59 years old, Emilia has earned recognition for her business and philanthropic work. In 2022, Forbes recognized her as one of the “50 Over 50″—a list of the most accomplished female executives and change makers. That same year, her net worth was estimated at $400 million. Before starting her business venture, she worked for over two decades in financial services, holding senior positions at Bloomberg L.P. and Moody’s Investment Services.

Under Fazzalari’s leadership, her company has seen impressive success, reaching $36 million in revenue by 2021. As of 2022, Cincoro has sold over 2 million bottles in the United States, Europe, selected Middle Eastern & Asian markets and plans to expand its global distribution. The brand has crafted over 1000 unique new tequila samples, including Blanco, Reposado, Anejo, Gold, and Extra Anejo. Their Reposado became a top-three finalist for the Best Tequila Reposado at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Cincoro has gained recognition in the spirits industry being honored with 24 medals at several prestigious spirits competitions.

 

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Do Wyc Grousbeck and Emilia Fazzalari have kids?

We ran off to Vegas and eloped” said Emilia, recalling their spontaneous wedding at the Bellagio Chapel in Las Vegas in 2017. While Wyc and Emilia don’t have any children together, they have blended their families. Emilia has two children from her previous relationship, Jack and Francesca, and Wyc has two children from his first marriage, Kelsey and Campbell.

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Kelsey, Wyc’s eldest daughter, is a professional photographer and married Matt Cosby in 2018. Campbell, born with Leber congenital amaurosis, has overcome his eye disorder and become a preschool teacher and coach for visually impaired children.

The couple enjoys a vibrant family life, splitting their time between Boston and New York, while balancing business and family. Emilia embraces her role as a stepmother and often shares that food and family are at the heart of their lives. “This home is so special to us” Fazzalari shared “Above all, it’s livable. Every time I walk into the apartment, I smile“.