Stephen Hendry, the celebrated snooker player, is making headlines once again due to personal life changes. Recently, he faced a costly split after leaving his ex-wife Mandy for his younger girlfriend, Lauren Thundow.
Stephen Hendry’s Divorce and Relationship
The 57-year-old snooker star was married to Mandy for nearly 20 years before their divorce over a decade ago. The split was highly publicized and financially burdensome for Hendry, who revealed in his 2018 autobiography, “Me and the Table”, that the legal costs amounted to a significant six-figure sum.
Hendry’s romantic journey took a turn when he met Lauren, a children’s performer and actress, who is 20 years his junior. He first encountered her while she was selling merchandise at a Legends snooker exhibition. Their connection developed slowly, from simple greetings to deeper conversations.
Impact of the Split
The decision to leave Mandy was not easy for Hendry. He described feelings of guilt and turmoil during the transition. In the autobiography, he recounted a poignant moment when Mandy confronted him about his feelings for another woman. This confrontation marked the beginning of their separation.
Despite efforts to revive their marriage, such as a holiday to Portugal in 2013 aimed at mending their relationship, it became clear that reconciling was not possible. Hendry acknowledged the emotional strain it caused for their children, Blaine and Carter, during this difficult period.
Current Relationship with Lauren Thundow
Now in a stable relationship with Lauren Thundow, Hendry reflects on the past with a sense of bittersweet nostalgia. The couple has been together for nearly 12 years and seems to have built a life filled with joy, though the shadows of his previous marriage linger.
Hendry’s Career and Public Life
Even after stepping back from professional snooker at the highest levels, Hendry remains engaged in the sport. He runs a successful YouTube channel, “Stephen Hendry’s Cue Tips,” boasting almost half a million subscribers. Additionally, he participates in punditry, continuing to share his expertise with fans.
- Married to Mandy for nearly 20 years
- Divorced over a decade ago
- Met Lauren Thundow at a snooker exhibition
- Lauren is 20 years younger than Hendry
- Legal bills from divorce were significant
- Father to two sons: Blaine and Carter
- Runs a successful YouTube channel with nearly 500,000 subscribers
As Hendry continues to navigate his new life with Lauren, fans of his illustrious career in snooker remain eager to follow his journey, both on and off the table.
