“I’m trying to win my wife back. I know I need to show her that I’m serious about it, and I hope I can do that while we’re still together before things go too far with the divorce. There have also been rumors of infidelity—do you want to address those? Is it just about neglect, or is there more to it?”
“Well, neglect can make people suspicious,” Judge Greg Mathis shared. After 39 years of marriage, he and his wife Linda are calling it quits. Marriage is all about balance—it’s give and take. There are all sorts of rumors flying around, from “Judge Mathis has a whole secret family” to “Judge Mathis is living his truth.” None of that’s been confirmed, of course.
It seems like Judge Mathis is ready to fight for his marriage, even though his wife of nearly four decades, Linda, has already filed for divorce. Yes, you heard that right—after 39 years together, Linda decided she’s had enough. Now, Judge Mathis is speaking out about the situation, saying the main issue was neglect. He admits he’s been constantly working and traveling, and it left Linda feeling abandoned, which led to where they are now.”
Here’s where things get a bit tricky. When TMZ asked Judge Mathis if he had been unfaithful, he gave one of those typical lawyer responses—lots of words, but no real answer. Let’s be honest, if someone accused you of cheating on your partner of nearly 40 years and you were innocent, wouldn’t you shut it down immediately? The fact that he didn’t flat-out deny the rumors has everyone raising an eyebrow.
And now, the internet is on fire with all kinds of wild speculation. The gossip is swirling—everything from rumors of him having affairs with multiple women and even fathering a secret child, to claims that he’s been involved with men and was caught in a compromising situation. It’s a lot, especially considering we’re talking about a couple in their 60s who’ve been together since college. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s break this down.
Is there any real evidence that Judge Mathis has been unfaithful? And what’s going on with him saying he’s going to fight for his marriage? Is he genuinely trying to make amends, or is this just damage control before more details emerge?
“My wife has been out there, serving the community, helping tape my show, and spending time with friends—just living life. But here’s the thing, guys: never get so busy or wrapped up in things that you forget about your wife.”
After 39 years together, news of Greg Mathis’ divorce shocked everyone. We all know him as Judge Mathis, but before the fame, he was just an 18-year-old college student at Eastern Michigan University when he met Linda. The timing couldn’t have been more significant—just three months into college, Greg lost his mother. In the middle of that heartbreak, Linda came into his life, providing comfort and love. She quickly became his rock, and the two married in June 1985. Over the years, they built a life together, raising four children.
Their first daughter, Jade, was born in May 1985, right before they got married. Camara followed in October 1987, then Greg Jr. in January 1989, and finally Amir in July 1990. And now, Greg and Linda are also proud grandparents. If you follow them on social media, you’ve probably seen those sweet, family moments they love to share with their grandkids.
While Judge Mathis’ career took off with his popular courtroom show, fans also got an inside look at his family life with Mathis Family Matters. The show allowed people to see the real side of the Mathis family, and viewers couldn’t get enough, especially of the moments where Greg and Linda talked about their marriage. Their chemistry, their love, and their commitment shone through.
When asked what message they wanted people to take away from watching their marriage, Greg shared:
“I hope people see that our marriage, just like anyone else’s, lasted because we never gave up. No matter what came our way, we stuck it out.”
Linda chimed in, agreeing wholeheartedly: “That’s so true!”
Judge Mathis added, “I’m sure you all can relate to that.”
But then, on August 22nd, came the unexpected news: after 39 years, Linda had filed for divorce. The announcement sent shockwaves through their fan base. Everyone was left wondering what happened, and why, after so many years of what seemed like an unbreakable bond, things suddenly fell apart.
Alright, let’s get the facts straight. According to court documents obtained by People magazine, Linda officially filed for separation from Judge Mathis on July 17, 2024, citing irreconcilable differences. What’s stirring up conversations is that Linda is requesting spousal support. But what’s really caught people’s attention is the big question mark around whether there’s a prenup involved.
Greg and Linda got married right after college, long before Judge Mathis became a household name with his Emmy-winning courtroom show. So, it’s unclear if a prenup was even a thought back then. Now, with his career success and everything that comes with it, that missing detail could seriously complicate things.
What makes all of this even more surprising is that, from the outside, no one saw any signs of trouble between the couple. Up until recently, they were posting loving photos on social media. In fact, just this past March, they attended the Influencers Brunch together, smiling and looking as happy as ever. During an interview at the event with Baller Alert, Judge Mathis even talked about the possibility of their family reality show, Mathis Family Matters, returning for another season. He mentioned how important their strong family bond is.
“We’re a close-knit family,” Judge Mathis shared. “We all have our flaws, but we don’t argue, never have.”
He also made it clear that they weren’t interested in creating fake drama for their reality show, unlike some other families on TV. When asked about the show’s return, he said, “If it involves fighting, then the answer is no.” Linda added, “Black families are great families, and no, they’re not filled with constant drama. We want to set a positive example and show that to our community.”
So, what exactly went down between March and July 17th—the date Linda marked as their separation? Did she pick that date at random, or were she and Judge Mathis dealing with issues behind the scenes for a while, keeping it quiet from the public? Or maybe something major happened between March and July that made her decide to end their nearly 40-year marriage?
After being together for so long, there had to be a significant reason for her decision. Either Linda had been unhappy for a long time and finally couldn’t pretend anymore, or some serious drama was unfolding behind the scenes that pushed her over the edge.
And here’s where it gets messy. The rumor mill is working overtime, with all kinds of stories about Judge Mathis. People are saying he’s been stepping out on Linda for who knows how long, but he’d been pretty good at keeping it under wraps—until now.
But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The juiciest gossip claims that Mathis might have a secret child, and some people are even whispering that he’s been involved with a younger man. It’s wild, and everyone’s trying to figure out if there’s any truth to these shocking rumors.
The big question is: Is there any real evidence to support these claims, or is this just internet speculation running wild? And if Judge Mathis is innocent, why hasn’t he come forward to shut down these rumors? You’d think he’d want to put a stop to them quickly if they weren’t true. So, what’s he hiding? How much of this is real?
Now, the internet is buzzing with allegations of infidelity. Judge Mathis is getting dragged left and right, and it’s all because of these cheating rumors. Some folks think he wasn’t treating Linda right behind closed doors. He’s known to have a temper, and people wonder if that was spilling into his marriage.
Just last July, Mathis found himself in hot water when he was accused of pulling a gun on LA city workers. TMZ reported that an LA Department of Water and Power employee claimed that after a heated argument, Mathis allegedly threatened the workers with a gun when they asked him to move his car.
And then, there’s the time he nearly got into it with 50 Cent. That drama started when 50 Cent threw shade at both Vivica Fox and Judge Mathis on social media. They were promoting their BET film, First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Story—Vivica directed, and Mathis was the executive producer. But 50 wasn’t too happy about it and made it known on Instagram, writing, “This should say 263, not BMF. What the f— is this, man? Vivica, so you’re not going to ever leave me alone, huh? And what the f— is Judge Mathis doing in this mix?”
Clearly, 50 wasn’t thrilled about Vivica and Judge Mathis stepping into his BMF territory, as he already has a successful BMF series on Starz. When they started working on their own version of the story, 50 didn’t hold back, adding another layer of controversy to Mathis’s already complicated life.
All of this leaves people wondering: What’s the real story behind the Mathis marriage drama?
Judge Mathis didn’t stay quiet when 50 Cent threw shade his way. In response, he basically said, “There’s more than enough money for everyone, so no need to get all territorial.” But he didn’t stop there—he let it be known he’s not afraid to stand up to 50 Cent if things get serious. He said, “I feel like he called me out first, and that’s the only reason I responded. He put my name out there, so I had to say something. He’s from the streets, and I’m from the streets too. He’s been shot nine times—I’ve been shot as well.”
Wait, really? You’ve been shot?
“Yeah, for real. Wanna see? I got hit in the ankle.”
No way! I had no idea. Let’s see it.
“You really want to see the scar? Almost fell here in the airport trying to show you. Look at that.”
“Wow, right there. Shot just like 50. Hey 50, back off, man. We’re cool.”
Now, while this doesn’t prove Judge Mathis was mistreating his wife, it’s clear he’s got a temper and isn’t one to back down. We’ve seen him lose his cool before, and that has people wondering what might have been happening behind closed doors.
The biggest rumor circulating is that Linda Mathis supposedly caught Judge Mathis cheating earlier this year. People are saying she found out about his wandering eye, and it wasn’t just a one-time thing. Some sources claim he’s been having affairs in multiple cities for a while now.
But here’s where it gets even juicier—there’s talk that Linda found out Judge Mathis fathered a child with one of his alleged mistresses, and that’s what pushed her to file for divorce so suddenly. Apparently, she wanted to get ahead of the news before the rumored baby mama went public.
And if that’s not enough, there’s an even crazier rumor going around that the real reason for the divorce is that Judge Mathis might be living a double life, and he’s ready to come out. According to this theory, he let Linda file for divorce so it wouldn’t look like he was leaving her.
The speculation is all over the place right now, but is there any truth to these wild rumors? Here’s the kicker—Judge Mathis recently broke his silence about Linda filing for divorce, and he said he’s determined to save his marriage. He even said he wants his wife back. But when asked directly about the cheating rumors, his response was pretty telling—he didn’t really give a straight answer.
On August 30th, TMZ caught up with Judge Mathis at the airport as he was leaving Los Angeles, and he looked like he was holding back tears. When they asked him about the divorce, he opened up about the trouble in his marriage, admitting that he had neglected Linda because he let his career take over. He also threw out some advice for other men, warning them to prioritize their relationships to avoid ending up in the same situation.
Mathis: “How are you today, man?”
Interviewer: “I’m good, how about you?”
Mathis: “I’m hanging in there, but honestly, these are some of the toughest days of my life.”
Interviewer: “I’m sorry to hear that. With the news of your separation, how are you holding up?”
Mathis: “Honestly, not great. Maybe I’ll end up being an example for other men, like a cautionary tale. You can’t neglect your wife. I’ve been traveling for work for 25 years, and during that time, my wife always came third—behind my career, my community work, and even hanging out with friends. That’s what happens, guys. You can’t be too busy for your wife.”
Interviewer: “I understand. So, the separation date was listed as July 17th. Has this been building up for a while, or was it sudden?”
Mathis: “Well, when we started taping in LA, I promised to be home more and make my wife a priority. But here I am, still traveling, still doing the same things. I was gone for three weeks around that time, and that’s what led to it. July 17th marked a breaking point.”
Despite the struggles, Mathis made it clear that he’s not giving up on his marriage. He’s determined to work things out and win his wife, Linda, back, especially since they’re still living under the same roof.
Interviewer: “Are you two still on good terms? Are you able to maintain a friendship?”
Mathis: “Oh yeah, we’re still living together and keeping things amicable. I’m working on getting her back, though. I have to show her I’m serious about changing. I’m hoping she’ll see that before it’s too late. I’m doing everything I can to win her back.”
Before TMZ could bring up any rumors, Mathis decided to address them head-on, including some wild accusations no one had mentioned yet.
Mathis: “I just want to clear up some of the rumors floating around, like stuff about a baby or a child. There’s none of that. The issue is what I told you—nothing more.”
That comment came out of left field because no one had even brought up anything about a baby. It felt strange that he would mention it out of nowhere, and it definitely raised some eyebrows. Maybe he was reacting to something he’d seen online, but it sure seemed odd.
Let’s move on to the infidelity rumors, though, because that’s where things got really interesting. Mathis didn’t exactly deny cheating, which only added fuel to the fire.
You know how some people can give an answer without really giving an answer? That’s what happened when TMZ asked if cheating was the reason for the separation. Instead of saying outright, “No, I didn’t cheat,” Mathis said that infidelity wasn’t the reason for the split—but he never flat-out denied it.
Interviewer: “There have been some rumors about infidelity. Is there anything you’d like to clear up? Was the separation solely because of neglect?”
Mathis: “Well, neglect can definitely make someone suspicious. If you’re gone as much as I am, your spouse has every right to suspect something. You’re off working, traveling, hanging out with friends—but your wife isn’t with you. So yeah, she had reasons to be suspicious, but that’s not what happened here. Infidelity wasn’t the cause of this.”
Now, here’s the thing—if someone didn’t cheat, wouldn’t they just come out and say it? He was quick to deny those baby rumors no one even mentioned, but when it came to cheating, he gave a more roundabout answer, which left everyone wondering if there’s more to the story.
One fan commented: “He’s totally avoiding the question about cheating. The way he answered it just screams guilty. He’s been disrespecting his wife for years, probably more than just neglecting her. For Linda to file for divorce after so many years of marriage, she’s clearly fed up. He’s only worried now because it affects him.”
And another person said: “His body language when he answered that infidelity question was so telling. He’s guilty, no doubt about it. He probably has been for years. Linda’s done, and he’s only panicking because he doesn’t want to face the consequences. He’s not winning her back.”
So, what do you think about how Judge Mathis handled the cheating question? Do you think he indirectly admitted to it without saying the words? And do you believe he can win Linda back, or is he just fooling himself?
