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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Sidney Crosby's longtime girlfriend Kathy Leutner and how has she stayed out of the spotlight?
Sidney Crosby has maintained a private life despite his fame, with his relationship with Kathy Leutner (Getty Images) Sidney Crosby, the NHL legend known for his precision on the ice, has always kept his personal life out of the spotlight. But fans continue to be intrigued by the woman who's stood by his side for more than a decade — American model Kathy Leutner. While Crosby may be the face of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Leutner has carved her own path in the fashion industry. Kathy Leutner's modeling career and athletic background Kathy Leutner, born and raised in Virginia, has built a successful modeling career over the years. According to The Sun, she has worked with major brands like Abercrombie & Fitch and Famous Footwear. Her most high-profile appearance came in 2011 when she was featured in Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Edition — a nod to her fitness-oriented portfolio. Leutner graduated from Chantilly High School in 2004 and was an accomplished lacrosse player in her youth. Her athletic background likely helped her build the discipline and physicality needed to thrive in fitness modeling, a niche where she found considerable success. A relationship that's stood the test of time According to The Sun, Sidney Crosby and Kathy Leutner have been dating since 2008 after being introduced by a mutual friend. Despite Crosby's superstardom and Leutner's modeling fame, the couple has kept a notably low profile over the years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Rarely seen in the public eye, they've maintained a private, long-term relationship that's reportedly still going strong. Their ability to keep their relationship grounded has won admiration from fans. In an age when many celebrity couples are constantly in the media, Crosby and Leutner have opted for discretion — perhaps a reflection of their shared values and lifestyles. A look at Kathy Leutner's family life Kathy Leutner is the daughter of John and Judith Leutner and has one sister, Jennifer Ann Dybsky. Her close-knit family background and strong athletic roots appear to have helped shape both her character and career. While Crosby continues to dominate the ice and inspire the next generation of hockey players, Leutner remains a steady and supportive presence in his life — proving that behind one of hockey's greatest stars is a quietly powerful partner. Also Read: Paulina Gretzky set to inherit incredible fortune and stunning luxury boat from hockey icon Wayne Gretzky
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
'Slender Man' stabber release hits roadblock after learning victim would live 8 miles away
One of the two teens convicted in the "Slender Man" stabbing case has had her release delayed once again after a judge found an issue with the proximity of her living quarters to the victim. It's been over a decade since Morgan Geyser, now 22, along with Anissa Waeier, nearly stabbed their sixth-grade friend, Payton Leutner, to death after telling police that a fictional character known as "Slender Man" instructed them to kill Leutner. Geyser appeared in court on Monday to finalize her conditional release, but the plan was diverted after prosecutors noted that her planned group home would only be 8 miles away from where Leutner now lives. "We have a large problem," Waukesha County Assistant District Attorney Ted Szczupakiewicz said, according to testimony shown on Court TV. "The entire state of Wisconsin, judge, and we have a plan that has her 8 miles away!" 'Slender Man' Stabber To Be Released As State Warns Of 'Red Flags' "The authors of the plan never consulted with the victim in this case," Szczupakiewicz continued. Read On The Fox News App Leutner's mother, Stacie, expressed that her family was "very concerned" about Geyser living in such close proximity, speaking via Zoom to the court. "What consideration has been given to Payton's rights and her needs for safety?" Stacie Leutner asked the court. "They made no effort to ascertain details of Payton's daily life that would be pertinent to this planning." SIGN UP TO GET True Crime Newsletter "Payton has worked incredibly hard to heal from the profound trauma she endured," Stacie Leutner continued. "She deserves the right to engage in everyday activities, such as grocery shopping or visiting the library, without the agonizing fear of encountering the individual who held her down and stabbed her 19 times when she was just 12 years old." Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge Michael Bohren shared his frustration that this was not discussed prior to the hearing and ordered officials to find a new group home for Geyser, giving them a 30-day deadline. Wisconsin Woman Charged In 'Slender Man' Stabbing Drops Request For Early Release From Mental Health Facility "This is what some people may refer to as a high-profile case where t's are to be crossed and i's are dotted to be sure all rights are protected," Bohren said. Geyser is scheduled to return to court for another release hearing in early June, marking the third time her release has been delayed. Geyser's defense team and the state's prosecuting attorney did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Follow The Fox True Crime Team On X Prosecutors said Geyser and Weier lured Leutner to a wooded area in Waukesha after a sleepover in May 2014. Geyser stabbed Leutner repeatedly as Weier urged her on, prosecutors said. Both Weier and Geyser told authorities they felt they had to kill Leutner to become Slender Man's "proxies," or servants, and protect their families from him. 'Slender Man' Case: Wisconsin Judge Orders Conditional Release For Woman Involved In Stabbing Leutner was left for dead but miraculously survived the attack after she crawled out of the woods and was found by a bicyclist. "Slender Man" started with an online post in 2009, as a mysterious specter whose image people edit into everyday scenes of children at play. He is typically depicted as a spidery figure in a black suit with a featureless white face. He was regarded by his devotees as alternately a sinister force and an avenging angel. In 2017, Geyser pleaded guilty to attempted first-degree intentional homicide in Leutner's attack but claimed she was not responsible due to her mental illness. She was sentenced in 2018 to a maximum of 40 years of state mental health supervision. GET REAL-TIME UPDATES DIRECTLY ON THE True Crime Hub Geyser has been at the Winnebago Mental Health Institute for nearly a decade, but was permitted to ask the court to consider her conditional release every six months. Despite the state's pleas to keep Geyser institutionalized, Bohren determined she was no longer a danger to society. Weier also pleaded guilty to being a party to attempted second-degree intentional homicide with a dangerous weapon and was sentenced to 25 years in a mental hospital. In 2021, she was released on the condition she must live with her father and wear a GPS monitor. Fox News Digital's Julia Bonavita and The Associated Press contributed to this article source: 'Slender Man' stabber release hits roadblock after learning victim would live 8 miles away


Fox News
29-04-2025
- Fox News
'Slender Man' stabber release hits roadblock after learning victim would live 8 miles away
One of the two teens convicted in the "Slender Man" stabbing case has had her release delayed once again after a judge found an issue with the proximity of her living quarters to the victim. It's been over a decade since Morgan Geyser, now 22, along with Anissa Waeier, nearly stabbed their sixth-grade friend, Payton Leutner, to death after telling police that a fictional character known as "Slender Man" instructed them to kill Leutner. Geyser appeared in court on Monday to finalize her conditional release, but the plan was diverted after prosecutors noted that her planned group home would only be 8 miles away from where Leutner now lives. "We have a large problem," Waukesha County Assistant District Attorney Ted Szczupakiewicz said, according to testimony shown on Court TV. "The entire state of Wisconsin, judge, and we have a plan that has her 8 miles away!" "The authors of the plan never consulted with the victim in this case," Szczupakiewicz continued. Leutner's mother, Stacie, expressed that her family was "very concerned" about Geyser living in such close proximity, speaking via Zoom to the court. "What consideration has been given to Payton's rights and her needs for safety?" Stacie Leutner asked the court. "They made no effort to ascertain details of Payton's daily life that would be pertinent to this planning." SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER "Payton has worked incredibly hard to heal from the profound trauma she endured," Stacie Leutner continued. "She deserves the right to engage in everyday activities, such as grocery shopping or visiting the library, without the agonizing fear of encountering the individual who held her down and stabbed her 19 times when she was just 12 years old." Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge Michael Bohren shared his frustration that this was not discussed prior to the hearing and ordered officials to find a new group home for Geyser, giving them a 30-day deadline. "This is what some people may refer to as a high-profile case where t's are to be crossed and i's are dotted to be sure all rights are protected," Bohren said. Geyser is scheduled to return to court for another release hearing in early June, marking the third time her release has been delayed. Geyser's defense team and the state's prosecuting attorney did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Prosecutors said Geyser and Weier lured Leutner to a wooded area in Waukesha after a sleepover in May 2014. Geyser stabbed Leutner repeatedly as Weier urged her on, prosecutors said. Both Weier and Geyser told authorities they felt they had to kill Leutner to become Slender Man's "proxies," or servants, and protect their families from him. Leutner was left for dead but miraculously survived the attack after she crawled out of the woods and was found by a bicyclist. "Slender Man" started with an online post in 2009, as a mysterious specter whose image people edit into everyday scenes of children at play. He is typically depicted as a spidery figure in a black suit with a featureless white face. He was regarded by his devotees as alternately a sinister force and an avenging angel. In 2017, Geyser pleaded guilty to attempted first-degree intentional homicide in Leutner's attack but claimed she was not responsible due to her mental illness. She was sentenced in 2018 to a maximum of 40 years of state mental health supervision. GET REAL-TIME UPDATES DIRECTLY ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Geyser has been at the Winnebago Mental Health Institute for nearly a decade, but was permitted to ask the court to consider her conditional release every six months. Despite the state's pleas to keep Geyser institutionalized, Bohren determined she was no longer a danger to society. Weier also pleaded guilty to being a party to attempted second-degree intentional homicide with a dangerous weapon and was sentenced to 25 years in a mental hospital. In 2021, she was released on the condition she must live with her father and wear a GPS monitor. Stepheny Price is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. She covers topics including missing persons, homicides, national crime cases, illegal immigration, and more. Story tips and ideas can be sent to