Ashton Meem

Biography

Ashton Meem is an Advertising Operations Assistant, event planner, marketing person. She was previously married to American footballer Russell Wilson from 2012-2014

Childhood- Family

Ashton Meem was born on the 6th of September 1987 in Richmond, Virginia, United States of America to Lang Meem(father)- an insurance specialist (retired civil engineer) & Molly Meem(mother). She is the only child of her parents.

Image: Ashton Meem with her parents- Lang Meem(father) & Molly Meem(Mother)

Education:

• St. Catherine’s High School: Ashton studied at the High School which is about 5 km away from Richmond.
• University of Georgia: Ashton went to University of Georgia after her High School in Richmond and studied there till 2009
• North Carolina State University: Ashton changed to North Carolina State University in 2009 to be with her boyfriend Russell, she graduated with a degree in Communications (B.A) in 2010

Marriage

Ashton Meem & Russell Wilson

Ashton & Russell had been High School sweethearts. Ashton was studying at the St. Catherine’s High School while Russell was studying at Collegiate School. They first met each other in High School in 2006, they were aware of each other, but it wasn't until the summer party that they started seeing each other. Russell was attending Collegiate School at the time, it was just a few miles from her school.

Engagement: Ashton & Russell kept their relationship alive over long-distance when Ashton went to the University of Georgia, Later she changed to North Carolina State to be with Russell who was studying there. After their graduation, Russell lead Ashton blindfolded to a presidential suite in the Umstead Hotel & Spa in Cary, N.C, Russell proposed to Ashton with an 8-carat diamond ring, she said "YES". Ashton & Russell got engaged in August 2010.

Wedding: Ashton and Russell got married on 14th January 2012 at the St. Stephen's Episcopal Church (ceremony) & Country Club (Virginia) (reception) with friends and family around. Ashton wore a gown from J. crew Bridal. Russell wore a designer suit. 9 groomsmen and 9 bridesmaids were a specialty. Big Swing & the Ballroom Blasters provided music. The wedding was officiated by Rev. Louise Blanchard and attended by about 300 guests. The couple had an exciting first two years. Ashton was cheered in all Russell's games, Russell eventually won the Superbowl as well. Ashton was Russell's senior by a year.

Image: Ashton Meem & Russell Wilson wedding

Breakup: After 2 years of marriage Ashton & Russell split up in April 2014, Russell, in the information released through his press team shared his pain of divorcing a lifelong girlfriend, however, the reason behind the divorce wasn't disclosed. The couple sought divorce soon ending their 8-year relationship from 2006-2014. Ashton hasn't publicly shared her side of the story yet. She has kept mum.

In a statement to the Seattle Times, Russell said: 

"I have made the difficult decision to file for divorce, Clearly, decisions like these don’t come easy. Ashton and I respectfully ask for prayers, understanding, and privacy during this difficult time. Moving forward, I will have no further comment on this personal matter."

Affair rumors: There were rumors that Ashton was having an affair with Golden Tate, Seahawks receiver. Golden Tate clarified that he was unnecessarily dragged into their personal issue:

"I did not have an affair with Russell Wilson's wife, nor did I have anything to do with his divorce, That is laughable for anyone who knows us... rumors about me were unfounded, damaging to my reputation, and an attack on my character. Anyone who circulated that rumor was just plain irresponsible"

Ashton is still good friends with Golden Tate's wife Elise Pollard (which certainly makes one doubt the veracity of the rumors)

[Ashton Meem & Russell Wilson]

Ashton Meem on Ciara's engagement to Russell- After the news of the engagement of her Ex Russell with singer Ciara, Ashton had changed her twitter profile picture to one where her own 5-carat diamond engagement ring was clearly visible

Russell Wilson is now married to singer Ciara, the two had been together since 2015 White House state dinner, got engaged in 2016 and got married in 2016 at Peckforton Castle in Cheshire, England. Russell and Ciara have a daughter together named Sienna Princess Wilson, Ciara has a son named Future Zahir Wilburn from her past relationship.

Interesting Facts and Trivia

• Pet Adoption supporter: She is a dog-lover, she supports and promotes dog adoptions. She has raised concerns against cruelty against animals.
• Ashton had a pet named Tigger while growing up. She has a pet dog named Queen
• Religion: She is a devoted Christian.
• Seafood: She loves seafood, she is a food enthusiast, she likes to interact with the chef.
• Social media presence: Ashton has some following on both Twitter and Instagram, but she keeps her profile only open to her friends and family. Her Facebook profile hasn't been updated in a long time.

Shaded during 2020 NFL draft

ESPN analyst Emmanuel Acho tweeted comparing photos of Ashton Meem screaming with Russell and the photo of Ciara and Russell. The tweet read "It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish."

[Emmanuel Acho tweet during 2020 NFL draft]

Some took it as a joke, some were critical of the tweet. After some opposition from the Twitterati, Emmanuel eventually deleted the tweet.

Career

• First Job: Ashton's first job was as a media marketing intern at Lewis Media Partners in the year 2008
• Ashton has worked as a marketing intern to Art dealers
• Morton Consulting LLC: Ashton has worked at the Morton Consulting LLC as an Account Executive.
• American Family Insurance: Ashton works with American Family Insurance Company.
• Event planning: Ashton had planned her own wedding, she intends to start a boutique event planning company

Quotes

• Thank You, Veterans & Troops! Words cannot explain how blessed our lives are because of your service
• If you want to see an increase in your life you must Honor the Authority over your life
• 101Dalmations would be my life.
• I wish I could adopt a dog every day. Animals bring such happiness to my life
• I'm a sucker for a Sunrise