Jensen Huang’s 3rd affair allegations with 2nd Nvidia employee fuel divorce speculation; wife could get S$90B upon separation
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and wife Lori Huang attend the Breakthrough Prize event
USA: Jensen Huang’s alleged affairs have raised questions about his marriage, with his wife Lori potentially entitled to around US$70 billion (S$90 billion) if they divorce.
The former Nvidia chief executive’s reported relationships with multiple women have drawn attention to the couple’s finances. However, no divorce has been announced, and Lori has yet to publicly indicate whether she intends to end their marriage.
Lori could receive at least half of Huang’s fortune, depending on the couple’s financial arrangements and the value of Nvidia shares, Forbes reported (Nov 12).
California divorce laws could put billions at stake
The potential settlement centres on California’s community property laws, which generally require assets acquired during marriage to be divided equally during divorce.
The settlement includes income, investments, property and business holdings, unless an asset qualifies as separate property or an agreement states otherwise.
Huang’s Nvidia stake accounts for more than 3.5% of the company, making him its largest shareholder. The company’s 2026 proxy statement also shows that most shares attributed to him are held in trusts where both spouses serve as co-trustees.
The trust suggests Lori may have a shared beneficial interest in some of those holdings.
However, the final division would depend on whether the couple signed a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. Any assets proven to belong solely to Huang could also be excluded.
Jensen Huang’s fortune took a hit after Nvidia departure
Huang’s net worth is valued at US$143.2 billion as of 4:00 p.m. EST on Nov 12. His wealth had fallen from US$151 billion to US$135 billion shortly after Nvidia announced his departure.
The value later recovered slightly, though Huang dropped to 13th on Forbes’ list of the richest people.
The former Nvidia CEO’s resignation followed revelations about an affair with Alice Huang, whom reports have described as a suspected Chinese government asset, and allegations involving Nvidia executive Kimberly Powell.
Reuters subsequently reported another alleged relationship with a second Nvidia employee. Neither Huang nor Nvidia had confirmed that report at the time Forbes’ article was published.
Couple got married before Nvidia became a technology giant
Huang and Lori met while studying at Oregon State University and married in 1985, eight years before he co-founded Nvidia.
Lori also worked as a microchip designer before putting her career on hold to raise their two children, Spencer and Madison, who now work at Nvidia.
Huang previously credited his wife with supporting him throughout the company's journey. He also apologised to Lori and their children over his admitted affair with Alice Huang. He acknowledged the hurt caused and said he hoped to regain their trust.
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Lori has yet to make a public statement about the allegations.
Divorce settlement is uncertain
Forbes noted that a potential settlement could exceed some well-known billionaire divorce payouts. Jeff Bezos’ former wife, MacKenzie Scott, received Amazon shares worth about US$36 billion when they divorced.
Still, comparing fortunes doesn't establish what Lori would receive. The couple's agreements, ownership records and Nvidia's share price would all affect the outcome.
A marriage lasting four decades cannot be reduced to a shareholding calculation. Any settlement would depend on the facts, the law and decisions made by both parties.