Todd Woodbridge was first known as a tennis legend, now he is a regular face on television as the host of Tipping Point Australia – but he has always been a proud family man and husband.
He became a professional tennis player at just 17-years-old.
On the court, Todd was among the most successful doubles tennis players of all time. With his doubles partner Mark Woodforde, Todd won an incredible 16 Grand Slam men’s doubles titles including an Olympic gold medal in 1996.
After a decorated career, Todd retired at just 34. By his retirement, he had already married the love of his life and two children.
With a romance as sweet as the one Todd has found with wife Natasha, The Weekly is revealing everything you need to know about his family life below.
Todd Woodbridge and wife Natasha’s love story:
When Todd locked eyes with Natasha, it was game over! At the time, the tennis legend was 18 and Natasha was 16.
Natasha was well-versed in the sporting industry given her sister is professional, Nicole Provis. Like the perfect match-making sister, Nicole insisted Natasha attend a dinner she’d organise with Todd. She was hesitant at first, but finally gave in.
“[Nicole] strategically sat me next to Todd and the rest is history,” Natasha recalled with Woman’s Day.
Like any couple, they have faced their ups and downs like long-distance. At 19, Natasha forgoed her studies and went on the road with Todd to support his career.
A few years down the track in 1995, the lovebirds said ‘I do’ in a Melbourne wedding. They were just 21 and 24 years old.
Even after 30 years of marriage, Todd is vocally grateful for the sacrifice Natasha has made.
“There’s a commitment to the business of becoming an athlete, so Tash plays the role of wife, psychologist, mother, home keeper – she has kept normality in our lives. We had 38 weeks of a year on the road for 17 years – I wouldn’t have had the success that I’ve had without Tash,” he told Woman’s Day.
Does Todd Woodbridge have any children?
Todd and Natasha are the proud parents of two children: Beau and Zara.
Their eldest child is daughter Zara, 24, born on December 12, 2000. While she hasn’t followed his her father’s tennis footsteps, she does have a passion for one sport in particular.
Zara is a talented golfer, partaking in the Golf Victoria state team and has won the Cathedral Golf Club Women’s Club Championships. Off the course, Zara is currently studying to fulfil her dreams of becoming a registered dietician.
Second and youngest born, Beau, 23, was born on August 6, 2002. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music, Beau has performed in a number of musicals.
