William Bumpus and Gayle King Married in 1982

As we mentioned, William Bumpus earned public recognition after he married his ex-spouse Gayle King. His former wife is a television personality, and his romantic relationship garnered him all the attention he has now. But how and where did their love story took off?

William Bumpus is an attorney who came to the spotlight after getting linked with his ex-wife Gayle King.
William Bumpus with his ex-wife Gayle King.
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According to Biographypedia, William first met Gayle back in 1981. Although the exact date when they crossed their path is unknown, it is believed they soon began to date after knowing other.

After getting to know each other for almost a year, William and Gayle planned to tie the knot. As Biography Tribune noted, the former duo shared their vows in 1982.

At first, William and Gayle kept their marriage a secret from the media. Indeed, their wedding was a private ceremony where few members were invited. However, they made it public later on.

William Bumpus’s Divorce with Gayle King and Their Children

It’s no secret by now that William Bumpus’s marriage with Gayle didn’t survive. They parted ways in 1993, but why?

Those who want to know why William and Gayle divorced, let us tell you, it happened because the latter found her then-husband was a cheater. You read that right; an affair ended their eleven years long marriage.

William Bumpus and his former spouse were blessed by two kids, a son William Bumpus Jr. and a daughter Kirby Bumpus.
Bumpus’ ex with their children.
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William was caught red-handed by his ex with another woman in June of 1990. Following that, the former couple legally separated in 1993. Later on, in 2016, William even admitted his fault and apologized to Gayle for cheating on her.

Although William and Gayle aren’t together anymore, they work things out for each other for their children. Before their marriage ended, the duo was blessed with two kids, a son William Bumpus Jr. and a daughter Kirby Bumpus. And they co-parent their children.

William Bumpus’s Net Worth and Professional Background

Source claim that William Bumpus enjoys an estimated net worth of $20 million as of 2022. Yes, he’s a millionaire, and he generated his greens from his successful career as a lawyer.

Source claim that William Bumpus enjoys an estimated net worth of $20 million as of 2021.
William’s wife and their son William Bumpus Jr.
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It is reported that William has been working as a lawyer for over four decades now. And if we picture that, we can totally see why he deserves to be a multi-millionaire.

William Bumpus’s Early Life and Education

No one knows when William Bumpus was born, but we found that he was raised in his hometown of London by his dad and mom. Later on, he moved to the US and settled in Connecticut. While living there, he joined Central Connecticut State University before proceeding to Yale University for his law degree.

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