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Who is Marcus Glenn Richardson? Meet Abby Phillip’s husband

Suprina Rana

8 months ago

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Abby Phillip’s husband – who is Marcus Glenn Richardson?

Marcus is a managing consultant for nVisium, a web, and mobile app security company.

He rose to prominence with his marriage to journalist Abby Phillip.

Fans have been wondering about his life after his marriage to the American reporter.

And in the article below, we’ll provide you with details, including his relationship, personal life, and career as well.

When did Marcus Richardson meet Abby Phillips?

The couple met for the first time at a mutual friend’s party in 2011.

Marcus Glenn Richardson wife

Courtesy of Marcus Glenn Richardson

They didn’t know anyone at the party and ended up speaking with one another. There, they talked about their mutual passions for languages, music, travel, and cuisine.

And within no time, their friendship took a whole new level.

Richardson’s planned surprise proposal

In 2016, he had proposed to his now-wife, Abby Phillip.

Marcus and Abby

Courtesy of Abby Phillip

He and Phillip had just moved into a new apartment and intended to host Christmas dinner for both of their families.

That’s when Richardson went down on his knee and popped the question.

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Intimate wedding with wife disrupted by the rain

On May 26, 2018, Richardson and Phillip married in an intimate wedding ceremony at Anderson House, a museum in Washington.

Their wedding was performed by Gene Corbin.

The ceremony was private, with many of the couple’s friends and family members in attendance.

Marcus and Abby on their wedding day

Marcus and Abby on their wedding day | Courtesy of Abby Phillip

In terms of aesthetics, the facility is known for its vibrant gardens and beautiful interiors. Additionally, the décor included personal touches.

While the antiques from throughout the world reflected Marcus’s travels through Europe and Asia, the cuisine selection reflected their shared wanderlust.

And even though their wedding was hampered by rain, the ceremony went on.

Shares a daughter with his wife Abby Phillip

On August 16, 2021, Richardson and the CNN anchor welcomed their first child, Naomi Angelina.

Marcus and Abby has a daughter, Naomi Angelina

Marcus and Abby have a daughter, Naomi Angelina | Courtesy of Abby Phillip

Phillip informed PEOPLE in a statement that she was expecting her first child.

“Marcus and I are so happy to announce that the Naomi Angelina Richardson arrived bright and early on Monday morning perfectly happy, healthy and ready to eat. Mom and baby are feeling great. Her first name means ‘pleasant one’ and she is already living up to it and spoiling her mom and dad as a blissfully calm baby. Her middle name Angelina is a tribute to my beloved maternal grandmother who passed away in 2014.”

She took complete maternity leave in August before returning to work, so she could savor every moment of being a new mother.

Richardson had an adventurous childhood

On March 9, 1983, he was born to his father, Russell G. Richardson, a retired colonel in the United States Navy, and his mother, Toussaint Richardson.

Due to his father’s work, he spent most of his youth traveling worldwide. As a result, he resided in several countries, including the Netherlands, Germany, and Japan.

Marcus Glenn Richardson with his mother and sisters

Marcus Glenn Richardson with his mother and sisters | Courtesy of Celeb Suburb

In 2007, his father resigned from active duty after 30 years of service.

As for his siblings, he has two sisters, one elder and one younger.

Stacie Thompson, his elder sister, works for the Air Force Civilian Service as a Human Resource Specialist.

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Marcus is a Harvard University graduate

Richardson spent most of his childhood studying outside of the United States.

Marcus with his father Russell Richardson

Marcus with his father Russell Richardson | Courtesy of Marcus Glenn Richardson

He returned to his homeland after finishing his early studies. Then, he went to Florida State University for his undergraduate studies.

In 2009, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in international affairs. He is also a Harvard University class of 2010 student.

Marcus’ career in short

The 40-year-old began working as a desktop analyst at Howard University as soon as he graduated college, from 2009 until 2012.

After finishing his studies at the university, he went to work at LivingSocial as a technical support analyst.

He has worked as a management consultant with nVisium since 2014. The firm specializes in web and mobile app security.

He had begun his career with the organization as a senior application security consultant. He rose through the ranks of the business to become the managing consultant.

Suprina Rana

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