What Is Happening Between Triple H And Stephanie McMahon? Are The Couples Getting Divorce?
WWE’s Chief Creative Officer, Triple H (Paul “Triple H” Levesque), and Stephanie McMahon have been happily married for almost 20 years. Their love story began as part of a scripted storyline on television but eventually turned into genuine affection, culminating in their marriage on October 25, 2003.
Recently, there has been a lot of chatter on social media regarding their marriage, with some claiming that the couple has divorced. These rumors gained traction due to a tweet from WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels. In this video, we will delve into the origins of these rumors and separate fact from fiction.
Most wrestling fans are aware that Triple H and Stephanie started dating in late 2000 or early 2001 after working together on TV. Initially, Vince McMahon, Stephanie’s father, was hesitant about their relationship because he didn’t want his daughter to date a wrestler. Stephanie has explained in interviews that Vince initially granted them permission to date for a month but later rescinded it. However, their feelings for each other continued to grow.
When fans learned of Hunter’s relationship with Stephanie, some began to question his wrestling achievements, and there were even rumors in the early 2000s that they had broken up. These rumors, however, were false.
The couple tied the knot in 2003 in Sleepy Hollow, New York, and have since built a life together, including raising three children. Nonetheless, some fans continued to speculate about the longevity of their marriage, believing that Triple H married into the McMahon family to advance his wrestling career.
So, where did the recent divorce rumors originate? In recent years, fans on social media noticed that Triple H was occasionally seen without his wedding ring. Speculation intensified when WWE posted a video of Stephanie and Hunter providing a tour of WrestleMania Axxess in 2018. Some theorized that Hunter was trying to conceal his hand in his pocket or that he appeared distant from his wife. This led fans to speculate that they were separated and only appeared together on camera for public image purposes.
The rumors escalated on September 22, 2023, when Shawn Michaels’ Twitter account “liked” a tweet criticizing Stephanie’s role in the company. This further fueled rumors that Shawn was defending his friend Hunter. However, it’s important to clarify that Shawn Michaels himself did not perform this “like.” The account is managed by his management company, Encore Sports, as Shawn is not particularly tech-savvy and rarely posts on social media.
Regarding Triple H not wearing his wedding ring, it’s worth noting that he has often been photographed without it over the years, while Stephanie typically wears hers. This is not unusual for many couples.
Another theory circulating online is that Hunter and Stephanie’s relationship may have hit a rough patch around the time Vince McMahon stepped down in July 2022. However, a quick look at Stephanie’s Instagram account shows a picture of her and Hunter in Halloween costumes from last October, accompanied by a caption expressing love for him on their anniversary.
Additionally, a user on the F4W website, who resides near Hunter and Stephanie’s New Hampshire home, reported that they hosted a fireworks display on July 4th, 2023, indicating that they were together at that time.
In conclusion, there is no substantial evidence to support the claim that Hunter and Stephanie have divorced. All signs suggest that they are still together and happily married.