A long-standing dispute between football icon Gary Lineker and his brother Wayne Lineker has finally reached a resolution. This 17-year feud, which once kept the brothers estranged, has seen a remarkable turnaround.
Background of the Lineker Brothers’ Feud
Gary and Wayne Lineker, who once enjoyed a strong bond, experienced a significant rupture in their relationship. While they were extremely close in their youth, regularly golfing and communicating, things took a turn in 2008.
- Gary, now 65, and Wayne, 63, grew up in Leicester.
- During their close relationship, they maintained weekly golf meetups and frequent phone calls.
- The rift began when Gary started dating his ex-wife, Danielle Bux, in 2008, which Wayne identified as a turning point.
The Catalyst of the Estrangement
Wayne Lineker, in a 2015 interview, revealed that his relationship with Gary deteriorated after they traveled to Ibiza together. He described the atmosphere as “awkward,” indicating that he did not connect well with Danielle during that trip.
- Wayne noted that his weekly calls with Gary diminished within a year of Danielle entering the picture.
- He was notably absent from Gary’s second wedding to Danielle in 2009, citing her exclusion of his partner from the guest list as the reason for his absence.
Efforts to Reconcile
Despite the long silence, Wayne maintained hope for a reunion. His attempt to reconnect with Gary on his 50th birthday lasted under a minute, leaving him unsure about their future interactions.
In August 2017, Wayne reported a change in their relationship. The brothers began communicating again, albeit slowly.
Final Reconciliation at Family Event
In a positive turn of events, the Lineker brothers put their feud behind them at a family wedding this summer. Wayne’s daughter, Tia, married Harry Agombar in Majorca, providing a setting for the brothers to reunite.
Wayne expressed his joy on social media, sharing a photo with Gary at the wedding and reflecting on their newfound connection. The brothers are on the path to rebuilding their relationship after nearly two decades of separation.
This resolution marks a significant improvement in their dynamic, as both men acknowledge the importance of family ties and their shared history.
