Kansas City MSM Silent On Tom Watson Quickie Divorce Slice

Special thanks to THE BEST & BRIGHTEST TKC READERS for calling our attention to the love life probs of a local legend. 

Tom Watson is a Kansas City icon and his connection to this cowtown is often cited when it comes to local hype . . .However, his recent bogey of a quickie marriage remains mostly unreported amongst local news outlets. 

There's a illness angle to the story but a medical disclosure via social media was not only brave but also provided context . . . No word on if the "sickness & health" lines weren't part of their deal . . . But most marriages are disposable now anyhoo.

And so . . . At the very least the news story deserves passing mention if only to remind locals to be nice to their significant other . . . Here are the basics:

Tom Watson and LeslieAnne Wade married in July but since decided to call it quits due to the latter's battle with an 'unexpected illness.'

'Tom has been supportive including making sure I have the best possible care. I am beyond grateful to him and blessed that I will make complete and full recovery.

'Over the past few months I have been focused singularly on a challenging road through unexpected illness,' Wade tweeted this week.

'Sadly, the inability to launch and build our relationship properly in these early days forces us to terminate our marriage.

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