Radio personality Rush Limbaugh has sadly passed away aged 70. How many times was he married? Let’s get to know his ex-wives.
On February 17th, it was revealed that radio host, political commentator and author Rush Limbaugh had died after a long battle with advanced lung cancer.
As tributes to the somewhat controversial figure flood social media, everyone is eager to learn a little more about his life.
Let’s start by looking at his ex-wives. Here’s how many times he was married…
How many times was Rush Limbaugh married?
- Four times.
His four wives were Roxy Maxine McNeely, Michelle Sixta, Marta Fitzgerald and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh.
Lets explore his wives in a little more detail…
Roxy Maxine McNeely
Rush’s first wife was Roxy Maxine McNeely.
She was a sales secretary at Kansas City radio station WHB and the pair started seeing each other after going on a blind date in 1976.
They then married in 1997 but their marriage ended shortly after in 1980.
Michelle Sixta
Three years after divorcing Roxy, Rush married his second wife Michelle Sixta.
She was a college student working as an usher at the Kansas City Royals’ Stadium Club.
The pair split in 1990.
Marta Fitzgerald
Rush’s third wife was Marta Fitzgerald.
The pair married in 1994, and she was an aerobics instructor from Jacksonville, Florida.
They divorced in 2004.
Kathryn Adams Limbaugh
Rush Limbaugh’s current wife is Kathryn Adams Limbaugh.
They met when he was still married to his previous wife Marta Fitzgerald but began officially dating after their divorce in 2007.
She worked as an events planner and the pair allegedly met at a charity golf tournament in 2004. Then, they married in 2010.
Kathryn announced her husband’s death on February 17th. Speaking on his radio show The Russ Limbaugh Show, she said:
“I, like you, very much wish Rush was behind this golden microphone right now welcoming you to another exceptional three hours of broadcasting. For over 32 years, Rush has cherished you, his loyal audience, and always looked forward to every single show. It is with profound sadness I must share with you directly that our beloved Rush, my wonderful husband, passed away this morning due to complications from lung cancer.”