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Larry King was most popularly known for his popular TV talk show programLarry King Live. The celebrated host entertained audiences since the 80s and has had many memorable episodes with celebrities. His funny yet articulate demeanor was loved by audiences and he made his guests very comfortable and welcome every time they came on the show.
King’s marital life, however, was messy and he was married 8 times before he married Shawn Southwick in 1997. But their relationship also soured in 2019 and they filed for divorce that year. Considering the failed marriages he has had, King asserted in 2020 that he was not a ‘marrying guy’ and the big age gap between them led to the downfall of their marriage.
Larry King and Shawn Southwick’s 26-Year Age Gap Took Its Toll On Their Marriage
Talks show host Larry King has interviewed celebrities like The Beatles,Jerry Seinfeld, Lady Gaga, and many others. Before meeting Shawn Southwick, King was married to 6 women, (twice with one). Regarding his multiple marriages, he toldCBS Newsthat he only loved three women and married all three. He also claimed that the other marriages were just out of convenience, and he always chose work over women.
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Southwick and King married in 1997 and have two children together. The couple had a 26-year age gap (he was 87 when he passed away in 2021 and she was 60) and therefore it factored into the cracks happening in their relationship. In an interview withPeople Magazinein 2020, the celebrated broadcaster revealed that while he married quite a lot, he was not a marrying guy.
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King further stated that what he loved at various points in his life differed and it was the reason behind his failed marriages. He also admitted that the huge age gap between him and Southwick took its toll on their marriage and they finally filed for divorce in 2019. King said,
I got married a lot. But in my head, I’m not a marrying guy. When I grew up, nobody lived together. If you fell in love, you got married. And so I married the ones that I loved. But what I loved at 20 is not what I loved at 30, and what I loved at 30 is not what I loved at 40. We had a big age difference and that eventually takes its toll.
Despite his marital woes, King was a proud father and toldPeoplethat nothing beats parenthood. He is very grateful for how his life has turned out and called it a blessed one. Despite their divorce, King still loved his ex and wished the best for her always.
Despite His Fame, Larry King’s Biggest Personal Achievement Is Being A Father To His Kids
Larry King was one of the most prolific talk show hosts who was known for being a good listener and articulate with his opinions. He won various awards in his life but for him, being a parent is the highest honor that he could have ever asked for. In an interview withForbes, King revealed that he is very proud of his long-standing career.
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However, he stated that his biggest achievement is being a father and believes there isn’t a bigger achievement than that. For a kid from Brooklyn who just wanted to get on the radio business, he believes his life had turned out pretty well. King said,
My biggest accomplishment is fathering children. I don’t think there’s any bigger accomplishment than that. I have three grown, and two young ones plus a stepchild. I’m very proud of my career. 54 years in the business, five halls of fame, and three Peabody awards. It’s a pretty good slice for a little kid from Brooklyn who just wanted to get on the radio.
The celebrated talk show host passed away in 2021 due to a sepsis infection. His memorable interviews and words of wisdom will always be remembered. Current talk show hosts have always looked up to him as an inspiration and his legacy will always remain intact.
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Rahul Thokchom is a senior content writer at Fandomwire who is passionate about covering the world of pop culture and entertainment. He has a Masters Degree in English that contributes to the richness and creativity in his works.
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