John Paulson And GF, Alina De Almeida’s Age Gap As They Prepare For Baby No. 2 And Lavish Wedding

Billionaire, John Paulson and his fiancée, Alina de Almeida, are set to reach yet another milestone in their relationship. As per a recent Page Six report, they are expanding their family, more than a year after welcoming their first child. The couple is reportedly set to become parents for the second time and is even planning a lavish international destination wedding. Hence, double celebrations are underway for the 70-year-old and his young ladylove. Amid the happy news, their massive age gap has once again become a topic of discussion.

All about John Paulson and Alina de Almeida’s wedding plans amid second pregnancy

Hedge fund manager, John Paulson and his fiancée, Alina de Almeida are planning an extravagant destination wedding in the picturesque European city-state of Monaco. The wedding celebrations are reportedly set to span three days. The dates of the festivities have been kept under wraps for now, and it is not clear whether the duo will get hitched before or after welcoming their second child. No information about their guest list is available; however, their high-profile social circle suggests a star-studded attendance. Notably, neither John nor Alina’s representatives confirmed the update about their wedding and second pregnancy.

John Paulson and Alina de Almeida’s age gap

John and Alina were all over the news for their massive age gap when he became a father at 69 in January 2025. Now, after a year, the reports of their second pregnancy and ensuing marraige have brought them under the spotlight once again. The billionaire was born on December 14, 1955, and is 70 years old as of June 2026, while his ladylove, Alina, was born in 1988 and is currently 37 years old. They are almost four decades apart, sharing an age gap of 33 years.

Who is John Paulson’s young fiancée, Alina de Almeida?

Alina de Almeida is a Clinical Registered Dietitian and founder of Effective Lifestyle, a venture which promotes healthy living. Before launching Effective Lifestyle, Alina worked as a Clinical Dietitian at New York-Presbyterian Hospital from 2012 to 2013. As per her LinkedIn profile, Alina studied paediatric oncology and nutrition sciences at New York’s prestigious Columbia University. Though Alina has an active following on social media, her accounts are private. Alina is also qualified from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and can speak English, French, Portuguese and Spanish. From 2008 to 2010, Alina also volunteered as a nutrition assistant at Chilton Memorial Hospital.

More about John Paulson and Alina de Almeida

John and Alina’s relationship started after they met through mutual friends during the summer of 2021. Their relationship intensified shortly after meeting, and then she moved into John’s Fifth Avenue apartment. Since then, the couple has been reportedly living together. John and Alina’s relationship got publicised after he brought her as his date to the Manhattan Institute’s Alexander Hamilton Award Dinner in September 2021 instead of his then-estranged wife, Jenny Paulson. Media outlets at the time reported that Jenny learned about her husband’s relationship with Alina through coverage of their public appearances.

Why did John Paulson file for divorce from Jenny Paulson?

John filed for divorce from Jenny after 21 years of marriage in September 2021, the same month he was spotted publicly with his new girlfriend (now fiancée, Alina de Almeida). Although the internet was buzzing with speculations of cheating leading to his split from Jenny, there were no sources to verify the same. Both former spouses maintained privacy regarding the reason their marriage fell apart. John just cited “irreconcilable differences” when he filed for divorce. He stated:

“Unfortunately, our marriage didn’t work out. Divorces are common, but difficult. Alina and I are very happy together. I hope Jenny can find happiness too.”

What are your thoughts on John Paulson and Alina de Almeida’s plans for a lavish wedding amid their reported second pregnancy? Let us know.

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