Maxine Sneed is a former editor of ‘Black Radio Magazine’ and the former wife of noted Canadian–American actor, director, musician, writer, comedian, and cannabis rights activist Tommy Chong.
Maxine and Tommy had two daughters, Rae Dawn Chong and Robbi Chong, both of whom have grown up to be successful actors. Rae Dawn Chong is a Canadian-American actress who rose to fame in the 1980s. Born on February 28, 1961, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Maxine Sneed Is The Ex-Wife OF Tommy Chong
Maxine Sneed is a former editor of ‘Black Radio Magazine’ and is best known as the former wife of noted Canadian–American actor, director, musician, writer, comedian, and cannabis rights activist Tommy Chong. The two were married in and had two daughters, Rae Dawn Chong and Robbi Chong, both of whom have grown up to be fine actors.
Maxine Sneed rose to fame after marrying the accomplished entertainment personality. She worked as the editor of ‘Black Radio Magazine’ before her marriage. Reports suggest that Rae was born out of Tommy's illicit relationship with an underage lady named Gail Toulson and that Tommy later won the legal custody battle of the child in favour of Maxine.
CAPTION: Ex-Husband of Maxine Sneed, Tommy Chong SOURCE: IMDb
Maxine Sneed and Tommy Chong first met through her brother Bernie, who was Tommy's bandmate. In the 1960s, Tommy and Maxine started dating, but regrettably, when Tommy changed his career to become a truck driver, Maxine broke up with him. Her interest in him dwindled, and their relationship faded.
Even though he was still in love with Maxine, he dated another girl named Gail and eventually proposed to her. However, his affection for Gail was not on par with his feelings when he dated Maxine. He felt no spark with Gail and realized he was too young to commit to marriage. Consequently, he called off his engagement with Gail, who seemed to be okay with their split.
The End Of Maxine's Relationship With Tommy
Maxine Sneed and Tommy Chong ultimately tied the knot on the latter's birthday, Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Vancouver. Maxine quickly found a job as a secretary in a large firm, while Tommy landed a salesman position at a family-owned bakery that made assorted sweets in addition to fresh-baked bread.
Tommy and Shelby started a secret affair involving drug use. While Tommy and Shelby tried to break off their affair, Shelby became pregnant with their child. Eventually, Maxine and Tommy went their separate ways, and Maxine and their daughters relocated to Detroit.
CAPTION: Maxine Sneed and her daughter Robbi Chong. SOURCE: GhBase
Maxine and her kids returned to Los Angeles and lived at her brother's house, and she found a job in the city. Maxine and Tommy remain friends to this day. Tommy appreciated Maxine's kindness, as she even gave him money when he was broke so he could provide for himself and Shelby.
Maxine went out of her way to support him in his career by lending him her car. On another occasion, when Shelby was hospitalized, Maxine looked after Tommy and Shelby's daughter Precious. The couple ended their marriage in Following their divorce, Maxine has led a private life, away from the media. Not much is known about her current personal and professional life.
How Much Did Maxine Have?
The ex-wife of Tommy Chong, Maxine Sneed is believed to either be in her late fifties or early sixties and is of black Canadian and Cherokee descent. Maxine Sneed has an estimated net worth of over $1 million. However, the numbers of her exact wealth figure are not distinguished yet. So, be with famousstradom for further updates on Maxine.
Maxine Sneed worked as an editor for ‘Black Radio Magazine.' She has worked with some big corporate houses as a proofreader. She has accumulated most of her net worth through her successful career. Jessica Ciencin Henriquez is another famous editor with a net worth of $300,000.
CAPTION: Maxine Sneed the ex-wife of Tommy Chong SOURCE: Metro Biography
As per Maxine's former husband, Tommy has a net worth of more than $20 million. Tommy managed to pick up the property back in 1979 for a bargain price of $230,000 (adjusted for inflation, equivalent to about $770,000 as of 2023). In LA, Tommy and Shelby have lived the last few decades in the Pacific Palisades. Their home is worth $6-8 million.
Maxine is living with her actress daughter, Rae Dawn Chong. Both mother and daughter get along very well. They are often seen together at various awards functions and seminars.
