Current:Home > reviewsPredictIQ Quantitative Think Tank Center:Judge Mathis Addresses Cheating Rumors Amid Divorce From Linda Mathis -VisionFunds
PredictIQ Quantitative Think Tank Center:Judge Mathis Addresses Cheating Rumors Amid Divorce From Linda Mathis
PredictIQ View
Date:2025-04-09 14:35:19
Judge Mathis is PredictIQ Quantitative Think Tank Centersharing his truth.
Nearly two weeks after the TV judge's wife of 39 years, Linda Yvette Mathis filed for divorce, he shared insight into the real reason behind the decision and shut down rumors that he was unfaithful.
"It's the worst days of my life," the TV star, whose real name is Gregory Mathis, told TMZ Aug. 30 at LAX airport. "Maybe I'll be the example for another man—a cautionary tale. Don't neglect your wife. That's what happens, guys."
He also noted that it's understandable that his wife believed he could be cheating, although he denied the allegations.
"Neglect can create suspicion, certainly," he explained. "If you're gone as much as I am, she has every right to suspect. You go to work, and you go to serve the community around the country. Then, you go with your guys to sporting events around the country and you go to other events without your wife. She would have a right to suspect infidelity."
But he emphasized, "That's not the reason for this."
Greg—who shares daughters Jade, 40, and Camara, 36, as well as sons Greg Jr., 35, and Amir, 34, with Linda—explained that he moved his show to Los Angeles last February and planned to spend more time with his wife following their relocation.
"I committed to staying home more and making my wife more of a priority, but as you see, I haven't," he admitted. "I'm still here on the road doing the same thing in terms of going out and to another city."
Nonetheless, he's not giving up on his relationship.
"We're still in the same house, we're maintaining a friendship," Greg explained to the outlet. "I have to show her that, though. Hopefully, I can show her while we're there together and hopefully, she doesn't complete the process."
He added, "I'm getting my wife back."
Linda filed for divorce Aug. 22 and cited "irreconcilable differences," according to court documents obtained by E! News. She is also seeking spousal support and requested that her requirement for spousal support be waived.
Greg, who tied the knot with Linda in 1985, previously credited his wife's support as the foundation of his career's trajectory.
"It was really my family that was the foundation of my success," he said on E! reality show Mathis Family in 2022. "After coming out of the streets in Detroit, Linda allowed me to work 15 hours a day, five, six days a week. So it's that support that allowed me to pursue the success that you see."
Linda agreed and added, "Our love and support runs deep. That's how the Mathis family rolls."
Keep reading for a look back at Greg and Linda's relationship.
Judge Greg Mathis and Linda Mathis bring their kids Greg Mathis Jr. and Camara Mathis to the 2005 BET Awards in L.A.
Greg and Linda attend the 2008 MusiCares Person of the Year gala honoring Aretha Franklin in L.A.
The longtime couple step out in Los Angeles to attend Queen Latifah's birthday party at SIR Studios.
The duo double date with pals Rodney Peete and Holly Robinson Peete at the 19th Annual DesignCare 2017 gala.
Linda supports the legendary TV star as he receives his Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Linda is ravishing in red while walking the red carpet with her husband and their son Amir Mathis at The Fourth Annual Critics Choice Real TV Awards.
The former couple is all smiles during date night at the 22nd Annual Harold And Carole Pump Foundation Gala in Beverly Hills.
Linda and Greag are joined by sons Amir Mathis, Greg Mathis Jr. and his fiancé Elliott Cooper at the Emancipation film premiere.
Linda and Greg attend the Fear world premiere in L.A.
"Linda and I had a great time celebrating the holidays in Cabo," Greg shared on Instagram with a PDA-filled pic. "A great way to end 2023."
"Had a great celebration for Linda’s birthday," Greg shared on Instagram while partying alongside their grandkids. "Gonna have a great adult celebration tonight."
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News AppveryGood! (9166)
Related
- New Zealand official reverses visa refusal for US conservative influencer Candace Owens
- Thomas Gumbleton, Detroit Catholic bishop who opposed war and promoted social justice, dies at 94
- Video shows Tyson's trainer wincing, spitting fluid after absorbing punches from Iron Mike
- 'Great news': California snowpack above average for 2nd year in a row
- Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
- Glasses found during search for missing teen Sebastian Rogers, police unsure of connection
- Will Caitlin Clark make Olympic team? Her focus is on Final Four while Team USA gathers
- Paul McCartney praises Beyoncé's magnificent version of Blackbird in new album
- Are Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp down? Meta says most issues resolved after outages
- More than 2 million Black+Decker garment steamers recalled after dozens scalded
Ranking
- 'Vanderpump Rules' star DJ James Kennedy arrested on domestic violence charges
- Hawaii police officer who alleged racial discrimination by chief settles for $350K, agrees to retire
- Deadline for Verizon class action lawsuit is coming soon: How to sign up for settlement
- How Amanda Bynes Spent Her 38th Birthday—And What's Next
- The city of Chicago is ordered to pay nearly $80M for a police chase that killed a 10
- Wisconsin man ordered to stand trial on neglect charge in February disappearance of boy, 3
- Is Caitlin Clark or Paige Bueckers college basketball's best player? What the stats say
- 1 killed, 2 others hospitalized after crane section falls from a South Florida high-rise
Recommendation
Spooky or not? Some Choa Chu Kang residents say community garden resembles cemetery
Speed dating is making a comeback as Gen Z ditches dating apps. We shouldn't be surprised.
Federal prosecutors charge 8 in series of beer heists at Northeast rail yards, distribution centers
Fantasy sports company PrizePicks says it will hire 1,000 in Atlanta as it leases new headquarters
NHL in ASL returns, delivering American Sign Language analysis for Deaf community at Winter Classic
Conan O’Brien will be a guest on ‘The Tonight Show,’ 14 years after his acrimonious exit
Monday’s solar eclipse path of totality may not be exact: What to do if you are on the edge
18 gunmen and 10 security force members die in clashes in Iran’s southeast, state media reports