Marc Kennedy and his wife, Nicole Kennedy, are facing online backlash over his high-profile controversy at the 2026 Olympics. Here’s all we know about his ladylove.
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Canadian curler, Marc Kennedy is currently at the centre of a major controversy at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina. The buzz around him stems from allegations of cheating and an abusive verbal exchange during a match against Sweden. The drama, termed as ‘Boopgate’ by social media users, erupted during Canada’s 8–6 round-robin victory over Sweden on February 13, 2026. Following that, Swedish player, Oskar Eriksson accused Kennedy of winning through cheating.
According to Oskar, Marc Kennedy double-touched the stone, released the handle, then gave the granite a final nudge with his finger to adjust its course. Marc, visibly angry at having his integrity questioned, responded with abusive words directed at Oskar Eriksson. Following that, the World Curling reviewed the play and concluded that no formal rule violation occurred because it doesn’t use video replay to overturn on-ice decisions. The incident led to online harassment of both Marc and his wife, Nicole Kennedy.
Nicole Kennedy faced an online attack due to her husband’s Olympic row
Photo credit: Nicole Lapierre
Marc Kennedy’s abusive language towards fellow curler, Oskar Eriksson, didn’t just lead to a warning from World Curling, but also sparked backlash from fans. The backlash didn’t stay limited to the 44-year-old Canadian curler; it also extended to his family. Marc Kennedy’s wife, Nicole Kennedy, has reportedly been the target of hateful messages and social media threats following the heated round-robin game between Canada and Sweden at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Photo credit: Nicole Lapierre
Curling Canada CEO, Nolan Thiessen condemned the attacks, stating that “offside stuff” had been directed at her on social media and emphasising that families should be left out of the on-ice drama. Although Marc Kennedy later expressed regret for his choice of language, stating that he had never intended to cheat in his 25-year career, his family still had to go through unwanted online attention and trolling.
Who is Marc Kennedy’s wife, Nicole Kennedy?
Nicole Kennedy (maiden surname MacDonald) is originally from Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, and she currently resides in St. Albert, Alberta, with Marc and their children. She described herself as a “Mother, wife, coach cheerleader to all.” Her X (formerly Twitter) bio includes her likes and interests. It reads, “Walk the soil of AB but crave the air of NS, the smell of homemade fries, and a cup of tea around Ma’s kitchen table.” Nicole is Marc’s nuggets support system, not just in his career but also in his goal of advocating curling among youth. In 2016, Nicole and Marc co-founded the Marc Kennedy Junior Classic, which has grown into one of the largest youth curling bonspiels in the world.
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Inside Marc Kennedy and Nicole Kennedy’s marriage and children
Photo credit: Nicole Lapierre
The specific details about Canadian Olympic curler Marc Kennedy and his wife, Nicole Kennedy, regarding their dating history or marriage are not publicly available; however, their story is rooted in a shared commitment to family and the sport of curling. Marc has often credited Nicole for her support during his career and for her significant influence on his decision-making. In 2019, Marc consulted her before deciding to return to competitive curling from a brief retirement. The couple’s enduring bond has blossomed into a happy family life with two daughters, Aubrey Kennedy and Brechan Kennedy. Marc’s wife maintains a low-key online presence and keeps their kids out of the spotlight.
More about Marc Kennedy
Marc Kennedy is a highly decorated Canadian curler, currently competing in his record-breaking fourth Olympic Games at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Widely regarded as one of the greatest seconds in history, he currently plays the third position for Team Brad Jacobs. Since joining Jacobs for the 2024–25 season, the team has won the 2025 Brier (national championship) and the 2025 Pan Continental Curling Championships. In late 2025, Marc announced that this Olympic cycle would likely be his last competitive curling, though he has not yet committed to a firm retirement date. He is currently representing Team Canada in the 2026 Olympics, which has landed him in a high-profile controversy with Oskar Eriksson.
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