Judge Greg Mathis Shares Touching 66th Birthday Surprise From Family (PHOTO)

Judge Greg Mathis celebrated his 66th birthday with a surprise from his family: a golden doodle puppy. This gift followed his wife Linda Reese's decision to dismiss her divorce petition, reinforcing their relationship.

Judge Mathis Welcomes New Family Member

For his birthday on April 5, Judge Greg Mathis received a golden doodle puppy named Scoie. On April 20, he shared on social media how this new addition brings joy to the family, especially with his children now adults.

The new puppy joins Mathis's other dog Gigi in the family's pet lineup. Mathis has previously shown a love for dogs, having posted pictures with multiple pets at the dog park in 2015.

Marriage Status Update

Earlier this year, Linda Reese, Mathis's wife of nearly 39 years, filed to dismiss her divorce petition citing "irreconcilable differences." Judge Mathis had publicly committed to preserving his marriage and assured fans that he would fight for it during an appearance on a talk show.

Following the positive turn of events in their personal lives, Judge Mathis shared moments of spending time with their granddaughters, describing these experiences as "priceless."

Public Reactions and Insights

Fans expressed excitement over Judge Mathis’s new puppy and the resolution of his marital issues through various comments on social media platforms. Many praised the couple's commitment and the joy reflected in their family pictures.

PETA also chimed in with a gentle reminder about considering shelter adoption when bringing new animals into one’s home. Mathis did not comment on this particular suggestion.