Glynn Wolfe: The Man with the Most Legal Marriages in History
In the annals of human history, Glynn Wolfe, also known as Scotty Wolfe, holds a unique place. Born on July 25, 1908, in the United States and passing away on June 10, 1997, in California, Wolfe earned the title of the man who legally married the most number of times. His story, which attracted significant public attention, is a fascinating exploration of the human condition and the legal and social implications of multiple marriages.Historical Context and Notable Facts
Glynn Wolfe was a Baptist minister who resided in California for most of his life. His record for the most number of monogamous marriages stands at 29, an impressive tally that has made him a subject of curiosity and interest. Wolfe's marriages varied in duration, with his shortest marriage lasting only 19 days and his longest lasting for 11 years. The longevity of his longest marriage was surprising, given that this union was with his 28th wife, Christine Camacho, who was 37 years his junior.Marital Patterns and Controversies
One of the more notable patterns in Wolfe’s life was his tendency to remarry women after their previous marriages had ended. He remarried three such women: Charlotte Devane in 1936, after earlier divorcing her. Katherine Archer in 1949, after having previously divorced her. Sharon Goodwin in 1960, after her previous marriage had ended.His marriages also had an interesting dynamic. Notably, five of his marriages ended with the death of a spouse. Wolfe survived his 1st, 8th, 9th, and 23rd wives, but his 30th wife outlived him. His final wife was Linda Wolfe, née Essex, who holds the record as the most-married woman, with 23 marriages. The marriage with Essex was a publicity stunt, and after a week of marriage, she returned to her hometown in Indiana, keeping her married name.