Amidst Lauren Sánchez’s recent wedding, fans have grown curious about her ex-husband as well. The Black Ops Aviation founder and former journalist recently made global headlines after tying the knot with Jeff Bezos in Venice. As the buzz around the lavish nuptials continues, many netizens have now turned their attention to her previous marriage.
So, here’s everything we know about Sánchez’s former spouse, how many kids they have, and more.
Who was Lauren Sánchez married to?
Lauren Sánchez was married to Patrick Whitesell.
The former couple tied the knot in August 2005 and remained married for almost 14 years. In January 2019, the pair announced their separation. Per People, this was a few months after Sánchez’s relationship with her current husband and Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos, became public. She and Whitesell finally filed for divorce in April 2019, which was finalized in October of the same year.
What is Patrick Whitesell’s job?
Patrick Whitesell is a businessman and talent agent.
Lauren Sánchez’s ex-husband is the executive chairman of Endeavor, a leading entertainment and media agency company in Hollywood. He joined the talent agency in 2001 and was responsible for bringing in high-profile clients such as Drew Barrymore, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Jennifer Aniston, among others. (via The New York Times)
Additionally, Patrick Whitesell was one of the key figures in organizing Endeavour’s 2009 merger with William Morris Agency. Last year, Variety reported that he would launch a new media company in March 2025, backed by an investment from the private equity firm Silver Lake. Furthermore, Whitesell is the co-CEO of IMG, a sports, events, and talent management company.
How many kids do Lauren Sánchez and Patrick Whitesell have
Lauren Sánchez and Patrick Whitesell are parents to two kids together.
The former couple welcomed their firstborn, a son named Evan, in June 2006. Meanwhile, their daughter, Eleanor “Ella” Patricia, was born in January 2008. Apart from them, Sánchez has a son named Nikko from her previous relationship with former NFL star Tony Gonzalez.
