Transfield boss Tony Shepherd has split from his wife Maryanne Graham, reports The Daily Telegraph.
The high profile couple, who tied the knot in the NSW Southern Highlands, called time on their relationship one month ago, according the publication.
Graham is about three decades younger than Shepherd, 80, and counts former politicians John Howard, Kim Beazley and Gladys Berejiklian among her friends.
In a candid 2020 interview with the Sydney Morning Herald, Shepherd, who is currently chair of the board of the Greater Western Sydney Giants, revealed his commitment to staying fit and youthful for Maryanne.
‘I’m a bit older, so I have to keep fit. so I work out every day. I’m not an Olympic athlete, but I try to run every other day and do weights in between,’ he shared.
Transfield boss Tony Shepherd (pictured) has reportedly split from his wife Maryanne Graham, according to The Daily Telegraph
The high profile couple, who tied the knot in the NSW Southern Highlands, called time on their relationship one month ago, according the publication.
‘She is beautiful, but I was also attracted to her intellect, generosity and good sense of humour,’ he told the publication at the time.
When asked if there was ‘anything better than sex’, he cheekily responded, ‘Not really.’
This marked the second marriage for Shepherd, who was previously wed to Loredana Vilovich in 1964. Together, they welcomed three children
Shepherd who served as the former chairman of AFL club Greater Western Sydney, had once spoken about his efforts to keep up with his much younger wife
Details about the origins of Shepherd and Graham’s relationship remain limited.
Maryanne, a powerhouse in her own right, has held senior executive roles in numerous high-profile organizations and projects, including Sydney Water, Western Sydney International Airport, Gold Coast Light Rail, and WestConnex.
Shepherd joined Transfield Services in 1979, going on to become chairman of the board. He resigned from the position in 2013.
He has sat on numerous boards including Greater Western Sydney Giants, Sydney Cricket Ground & Sports Ground Trust and the Australian Subscription Television and Radio Association.
In a candid 2020 interview with the Sydney Morning Herald , Shepherd revealed his commitment to staying fit and youthful for Maryanne
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