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Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden’s Turbulent Love Story With Millionaire Heiress Jo Kinghorn

From a $6M mansion to a messy breakup, their romance had it all—wealth, devotion, and a ‘man cave’ warehouse. So why did it fall apart?

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Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden’s Turbulent Love Story With Millionaire Heiress Jo Kinghorn

Barry 'Bear' Myrden, star of American Pickers, has had a private life away from the cameras. His relationship with Jo Kinghorn, a millionaire heiress, was one of his most public. The couple lived together in Kinghorn's $6 million home in Manly after getting engaged in 2016.

The relationship began when Kinghorn, a Sydney nanny from a wealthy family, fell 'madly in love' with Bear after meeting him in 2012. She stepped into the 'step-mum' role with Bear's three young cubs - Charlie, Jack, and Declan. However, their relationship ended in an 'acrimonious' split in 2018. Bear asked Kinghorn to return the engagement ring. Despite the split, Kinghorn had bought Bear a warehouse, which he transformed into a 'man cave', and hired a full-time nanny for his cubs.

After the split, Kinghorn sold the Manly abode due to 'bad memories'. It is currently unknown who Bear's ex-fiancée is, particularly regarding a relationship that occurred after his wife's death. Bear is known for keeping his personal life private, and details about his partnerships outside his professional career are scarce.

Barry 'Bear' Myrden's relationship with Jo Kinghorn was one of his most public. Despite their split, Kinghorn's actions showed her commitment to Bear and his cubs. After the split, Kinghorn sold their shared home, and Bear's personal life remains largely private.

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