Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce‘s wife has recently filed for bankruptcy, causing a stir among the masses. As per reports, the financial issue encircling the couple with a whopping $28 million loan. Consequently, fans have been constantly trying to learn more about Pierce’s spouse.
Here is every detail related to Antonio Pierce’s wife and her bankruptcy filings.
Who is Antonio Pierce’s wife?
Antonio Pierce’s wife is Jocelyn Pierce.
As reported by Clutch Points, Jocelyn works as a licensed real estate agent. Along with her husband, she has also worked in the sports sector as a news reporter and host. While Antonio retired from his long NFL career in 2010, Jocelyn began her journey as an official host for the league.
Early in her career, Jocelyn transitioned into real estate in 2014, joining Christie’s International Real Estate and Strand Hill Properties. The aforementioned Clutch Points article highlights her decision to establish her brokerage. Moreover, it demonstrates her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to building her reputation as a realtor.
As per Pro Football Network, Antonio Pierce and Jocelyn first met when the Raiders coach was still a New York Giants player in 2006. He even pulled off a magical proposal for her in 2007 at the Brooklyn River Cafe. Having the manager involved in the deed, Antonio surprised Jocelyn with the ring on a cake decorated with rose petals. The two tied the knot in a private ceremony in 2008 in the Hoku Lani estate.
Jocelyn Pierce’s bankruptcy filings explained
As reported by New York Post, Jocelyn Pierce registered for bankruptcy at the United States Bankruptcy Court in Arizona on June 12, labeled as a debtor. However, this has reportedly put Antonio in a tight spot. The outlet states he has been named the “guarantor of judgments” worth over $28 million in the filings.
The court documents read, “When several of the businesses defaulted on their loans, the lenders obtained judgments against the businesses’ and Mr. Pierce as a guarantor. The Debtor is informed that these judgments amount to more than $28,000,000.”
As per NY Post, in the files, Jocelyn even requested an extension to submit the documents. She stated, “The Debtor was forced to file quickly and with little preparation to protect her assets and those of the marital community from Mr. Pierce’s judgment creditors.” The aforementioned outlet further suggests that the filings are a by-product of a failed car dealership investment from 2010.
According to CBS Sports, the court files state, “In the 2010s, Mr. Pierce was convinced to invest in car dealerships. Despite his role as a mere passive investor with no oversight or management of the businesses’ affairs, Mr. Pierce was asked to sign various documents. Although the Debtor has no direct knowledge of the events, personal guaranties were later produced bearing Mr. Pierce’s name.”
