Maureen Blumhardt is the wife of Charles Barkley. Charles Barkley is a famous retired NBA player. He played for the clubs like, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns and the Houston Rockets. Presently he is using his experience and knowledge as the analyst on TNT’s “Inside the NBA”. He nearly pursued his political career in 2008 after he announced his run for Governor of Alabaman in 2014 but decided it was not the right time in 2010.    

So, who is Maureen Blumhardt? We have accumulated information regarding her life that is much more than just a wife of Charles Barkley and had led a fruitful life herself.

Personal Life of Maureen Blumhardt    

Maureen Blumhardt was born on 15th January 1960 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Her family was quite religious. For her graduate study she went to Villanova University. It was a reputed private catholic institution in Pennsylvania. She wanted to pursue her further career in journalism. So to fulfill her dream and her being more studies joined Columbia Journalism School where she completed her degree.

Though a model and known famous on the TV Maureen Blumhardt's family details are vague. Judging from her future experience regarding marriage, we could say that her family was quite supportive and broad minded.

Professional Career of Maureen Blumhardt

Maureen Blumhardt career did not match her studies though. But she was on the media nonetheless. Instead of being a journalist she became a model and later a philanthropist and social worker. Maureen Blumhardt hopped from one job to another as she was finding footing on the media industry. Her jobs were all related to modeling and entertainment though. She worked as a model and appeared in many advertisements on TV during the 80's and 90’s era. Most notably she appeared on the advertisement of the Noblerex K-1 which was a body vibration machine. People began to notice her really well through this one.

Modeling was not her cup of tea though. To grow more into her life, Maureen Blumhardt decided to do business herself. Initially she began as a legal aid and began social work and philanthropy.    

How cupid strike Maureen Blumhardt with Charles Barkley?    

It was the City Avenue Restaurant, Maureen Blumhardt had aspired to become a model and worked as a part-time model also a legal assistant in Bucks County. But fate had it that was the time where she met her future husband Charles Barkley, who was very much enchanted by her beauty and fell for her. He approached her and exchanged phone numbers. They began meeting and quickly began dating. Their dating turned to marriage on February 10, 1989 and had lived happily ever since like in the fairy tales.    

They faced a mountain of hurdles for their marriage. It seems odd now but at that time union between black and white people was not looked upon in a good light. But the love won at last and successfully broke the racial stereotype. Their family and friends were quite supportive and supported along the way. This beautiful couple gave birth to Christina Barkley in 1989.    

What is Maureen Blumhardt doing currently?    

Maureen had retired from acting a long time ago. But it does not mean she had left the business too. She had successfully dived into numerous business ventures.

Presently, she is one of the Honorary member along side Tara Hitchcock in Fresh Start Women’s Foundation. The main goal of this organization is to advocate for women’s rights especially underprivileged women and also to have them actively participate in various aspects of society so as to make them financially independent.

What is Maureen Blumhardt’s Net Worth?   

Maureen Blumhardt thrived well into the modeling world and later successfully transitioned into businesswomen. This led her to accumulate humongous wealth for herself and her family. It’s reported that her net worth is $1 million. Success had not taken over her head though as she did not present her lifestyle in the media. Her personal life is quite private. If we talk about Charles Barkley's net worth, he has an amazing number added to his wealth. He has an estimated net worth of $50 Million.

Brief detail of Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley goes by the full name Charles Wade Barkley.He was born on 20th February 1963 in Leeds, Alabama. He was the first black child born at a segregated, all white town hospital also included in the first group of black students during his elementary school. His father abandoned the family as his parents got divorced while Charles was very young. When Charles was only 11 years his stepfather died in an accident. His early life remains full of struggles and tragedy.

As we talk about Charles' professional career, Charles is regarded as one of the most outspoken, controversial and dominating players in the history of his 16 years of NBA career. He played for famous teams such as Philadelphia 76ers from 1984 to 1992, Phoenix Suns from 1992 to 1996 and Houston Rockets from 1996 to 2000.

Star Facts of Maureen Blumhardt    

FAQ    

Qsn. Who is Charles Barkley's Wife, Maureen Blumhardt?

Ans: Maureen Blumhardt is a humanitarian and a former Model born on 15th January, 1960 in Scottsdale, Arizona. She featured as a model in lots of advertisements on TV during the 80's and 90’s. She completed her journalism and got her degree from Columbia Journalism School.

Qsn. Does Maureen Blumhardt have any Social Media Account?

Ans: Maureen Blumhardt is not actively seen on any of the social media but she does have a Facebook account by the name Maureen Barkleywhere she shares posts occasionally. Her last post was published on March 20, 2020. Other than facebook account she has not appeared on any other media platform.