- Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse announced his marriage to his partner, Tara, sharing his gratitude and excitement for the future.
- Garlinghouse has steered Ripple through major challenges, including the SEC lawsuit win and global expansion of its blockchain solutions.
- His announcement was met with widespread congratulations, highlighting the human side of a leader often seen through the lens of crypto and regulation.
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple Labs, has shared a major personal milestone with the community. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Garlinghouse announced that he married his partner, Tara, over the past weekend.
The executive expressed gratitude and joy, calling the new chapter in his life “so much sweeter” with her by his side.
“I feel so lucky for so many reasons — and marrying Tara this past weekend takes the cake!” Garlinghouse wrote, adding that he looks forward to the future together.
I feel so lucky for so many reasons — and marrying Tara this past weekend takes the cake! This next chapter of life is so much sweeter with you. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/TzQL3X2YEP
— Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) September 22, 2025
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Garlinghouse’s Leadership at Ripple
Garlinghouse has led Ripple through one of the most challenging periods in its history, including the high-profile lawsuit with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which concluded with a landmark ruling that XRP sales on secondary markets are not securities.
Under his leadership, Ripple has also expanded its enterprise blockchain solutions globally, forged partnerships with financial institutions, and deepened its role in digital asset payments and custody.

Source: DailyMail UK
While the company continues to make headlines for its regulatory victories and strategic expansions, Garlinghouse’s announcement offered a rare glimpse into his personal life — a moment warmly received by members of the XRP community.
Community Reaction
The post quickly drew congratulations from industry peers, Ripple supporters, and members of the broader crypto community. Many described it as a joyful reminder that, behind market debates and regulatory battles, crypto’s leaders also share human stories that resonate with their followers.
For Garlinghouse, who has long been a public figure at the intersection of fintech and blockchain, the marriage marks a new chapter both personally and professionally.
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