Who Was Paul Newman’s First Wife?
Paul Newman’s first wife was Jackie Witte, whom he married in 1949. The couple met while Newman was studying at Yale and working in summer stock. Their marriage lasted until their divorce in 1958.
Marriage and Children
Newman and Witte had three children together: Scott, Susan, and Nell. Their son Scott Newman later struggled with substance abuse and died in 1978. The family’s experiences influenced Newman’s later philanthropy in addiction treatment.
Divorce and Later Life
The couple divorced in 1958 after several years of separation. Newman soon began a relationship with actress Joanne Woodward, whom he married in 1958 and remained with until his death in 2008. For background on Newman’s career and philanthropy, see Paul Newman biography.
