Murray’s amicable divorce from his first wife, Jewel, set the stage for his second marriage to Paige Duke.
Ty Monroe Murray, born October 11, 1969, stands as one of professional rodeo’s most accomplished figures.
Known as the “King of the Cowboys,” Murray dominated the rodeo scene throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, competing in all three roughstock events: bareback bronc riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding.
His remarkable career includes nine world championships in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), seven all-around titles (1989-1994, 1998), and two in bull riding (1993, 1998).
Murray’s influence extended beyond competition as he co-founded the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) organization, where he later served as a color commentator for televised events from 2005 to 2020.
His expertise and dedication to the sport earned him the #11 ranking on the list of top 30 bull riders in PBR history.
Murray Married His Second Wife Three Years After His Divorce From Jewel
Murray’s personal life gained significant public attention through his marriage to Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jewel.
The couple tied the knot in August 2008 at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas after a decade-long relationship.
Later, they welcomed their son, Kase Townes Murray, on July 11, 2011.
The name choice reflected Murray’s preference for one-syllable names, with “Townes” paying tribute to one of Jewel’s favorite singer-songwriters, Townes Van Zandt.
Despite their apparent compatibility and shared values, Murray and Jewel announced their divorce in July 2014 after six years of marriage.
Both parties emphasized their commitment to maintaining a friendship and co-parenting their son effectively.
In October 2014, Murray confirmed their amicable relationship, stating to PEOPLE,
“I do feel like we are friends. That’s really important to me on a lot of levels.”
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Murray found love again and married Paige Duke, a model, actress, and TV personality, in November 2017. Duke began her career in modeling and on-air reporting.
Notably, she served as NASCAR’s Miss Sprint Cup and appeared as the bachelorette on CMT’s popular series Sweet Home Alabama.
Moreover, she made memorable appearances on the hit television show Nashville.
In addition to her work in front of the camera, Paige is a FOX Sports reporter and the host of her cooking show, Southern Fried Skinnyfied.
Duke, a cookbook author and former sideline reporter for Elite Rodeo Athletes, shares Murray’s passion for western lifestyle.
Their western-inspired wedding took place at the Quarry at Carrigan Farms in North Carolina.
The pair have been married for nearly six years and have one daughter together, Oakley Murray, who was born in September 2018.
Murray continues to embrace family life, with Duke frequently sharing glimpses of their life together on their Texas cattle ranch through social media.
Beyond his personal life, Murray has ventured into various entertainment projects, including appearances on “Dancing with the Stars,” “Walker, Texas Ranger,” and Miller Lite commercials.
His legacy in rodeo and subsequent transitions in both professional and personal spheres demonstrate his ability to evolve while maintaining authentic connections with both his past and present.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- At age nine, he rode his first bull but broke his jaw when the second bull threw him and stepped on him, yet he continued riding, showing his early determination.
- He joined his high school gymnastics team and purchased a mechanical bucking machine at age 12 to improve his rodeo skills.
- He made history in 2001 by becoming the first rider to successfully ride the bull Blueberry Wine, scoring 93.50 points, while the bull scored 46 points during a competition in St. Louis.
