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Sky News AU
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Shock reason Wally Lewis' son Lincoln didn't attend dad's wedding despite being just minutes away from the church - as league legend's family feud laid bare
Rugby league legend Wally Lewis has married his partner of four years, Lynda Adams, in a quiet ceremony in Brisbane- but there were some notable absences on the guest list. The 65-year-old NRL "Immortal" wed Adams, a freelance writer and volunteer worker from Townsville, at St Mary's Anglican Church in Kangaroo Point on April 26. The happy couple were all smiles throughout the service and at a stylish reception held at Brisbane's historic Old Government House. Among the 40 or so guests were Lynda's daughter, Sydney, her nieces Sienna and Paris Bell, Wally's longtime mate and former Maroons player Gene Miles, and Footy Show star Paul 'Fatty' Vautin. However, Wally's three adult children- Mitchell, 39, Lincoln, 37, and Jamie-Lee, 34- were notably absent from the nuptials. Lincoln, an actor and television presenter, was just minutes away at the time, hosting an event for Tourism Australia at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. "So honoured to be the MC today for this year's Tourism @australia ATE," the Getaway star wrote on his Instagram Stories, posting a photo of his lanyard at the event. "Amongst the formalities, it's pretty much where I get to be on stage yapping about how much I love Aus." A source close to the family told Woman's Day this week that the siblings spent most of the day with their mother, Jacqui, who was married to Wally for 36 years. "All three kids have been through the wringer since 2021 when their dad announced the shock split after 36 years married to their mum," the insider said. "Lincoln has taken this the hardest, and feels incredibly betrayed and let down by the man who for most of his life was his greatest hero." While some might suggest it's time to move on, the source added that "only a few people know the full story of what really happened, and how ugly the split actually was". Wally and Jacqui separated in 2020, with Channel Nine confirming the split publicly in early 2021. Though the timeline has never been officially confirmed, there was speculation Wally began his relationship with Adams before his marriage ended. Speaking later that year on The Anj, Rob & Robbo Show, Lincoln admitted the family had been through a tough time. "We've all banded together, we're a tight family unit," he said. "She's got some amazing friends around her. That's the thing that gets anyone through (difficult times)." Five years later, Jacqui is said to be thriving post-divorce, enjoying her retail job, taking overseas trips, and spending time with her four grandchildren. Although Lincoln's relationship with his father may have weakened, his love for the game remains strong. Over the weekend, he posted from Magic Round at Suncorp Stadium, where a bronzed statue of Wally still stands proudly out the front. "Magic Round is a vibe!!!" he captioned the post, accompanied by the famous NRL theme song 'That's My Team' by the Hoodoo Gurus.
Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Wally Lewis walks down the aisle with Lynda Adams in Brisbane...while the football great's three children were conspicuously absent amid family rift
NRL great Wally Lewis has tied the knot with partner Lynda Adams. The rugby league legend, known as The King, 65, walked town the aisle with his queen in a picturesque ceremony in Brisbane. The couple were surrounded by friends and family at Brisbane's heritage-listed St Mary's Anglican Church in Kangaroo Point. Wally looked chuffed on his big day, beaming broadly as he welcomed guests to the swanky affair. He cut quite the dapper figure in a classic black tuxedo and a yellow rose boutonniere. Lynda meanwhile looked absolutely stunning in an eye catching gown that featured a feathered ivory skirt, and a fitted bodice. The stunning dress was finished with sheer tulle sleeves and Lynda finished the ensemble with a bouquet of chrysanthemums. Footy Show host and fellow NRL legend Paul Vautin was spotted attending the nuptials. Also in attendance was Wally's long-time teammate Gene Miles who was in attendance as his mate's best man. However, Wally's three children - Lincoln, 37, Jamie Lee, 34, and Mitchell, 26, were conspicuously absent from the celebrations. In fact, as Wally and Linda were walking down the aisle, Lincoln took to Instagram to share an image of him attending an Australian Tourism Exchange event in Brisbane. So honoured to be the MC today for this year's Tourism @australia ATE,' the actor wrote. According to Woman's Day, the Queensland great proposed to his girlfriend late last year, three years after he ended his marriage with his first wife Jacqueline. A source told the publication in January that Wally's three children, who he shares with Jacqueline, may not be at their father's upcoming wedding. In fact, as Wally and Linda were walking down the aisle, Lincoln took to Instagram to share an image of him attending an Australian Tourism Exchange event in Brisbane 'Lynda's daughter Sydney, 15, is set to be in the wedding party, but she hasn't been seen with any of Wally's kids or his four grandkids,' a close friend told the publication. 'All three have sided with their mum since the split and while Wally is keen for them to be involved in his and Lynda's new life, they have hardly seen her.' The insider continued: 'I don't think any of the three kids will ever forgive their dad for hurting their mum.' The source claimed that Lewis' children would see attending their dad's wedding as an 'act of betrayal towards their mum'. The couple have been dating for over three years and their relationship commenced shortly after Lewis separated from Jacqueline after 36 years of marriage. Lewis confirmed his separation from his wife and the mother of his three children in February 2021. 'This is a deeply personal matter that we do not want to discuss publicly,' he said. 'I want to acknowledge the pain and upset my family has gone through since Jacqui and I separated last year. I hope over time we can rebuild our ties and move on with life.' It later emerged he was in a new relationship with Adams, a volunteer at Sands Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Newborn Death Support Group in Townsville.
