A Love That Began in the 1950s
Conway Twitty, born Harold Lloyd Jenkins, first married Mickey Jenkins in 1956, during the early years of his career, before he became a household name in country music. At that time, Conway was still transitioning from his early rock ‘n’ roll days into the crooning ballads that would later define his country legacy. Mickey stood by him during those formative years—through small-town shows, uncertain paychecks, and the birth of a dream that would take him all the way to the Grand Ole Opry.
Together, they raised a family and endured the many pressures that came with fame. But by 1970, the toll of a career spent on the road—long separations, relentless touring, and the demands of stardom—proved too heavy for their marriage. They divorced that year, closing the first chapter of their love story.
A Second Chance at Love
Despite the divorce, Conway and Mickey never truly left each other’s lives. Friends and close family noted that the two remained in contact, and there was always a sense that unfinished business lingered between them. That sense of connection led them back together—and in a rare twist of fate—they remarried.
In a world where second chances are hard to come by, Conway and Mickey gave love another try. Their remarriage symbolized not only a renewal of affection but also a quiet hope that time and experience could heal what had once been broken. During this second union, they were seen together more frequently at industry events, and Conway often spoke warmly about his family life in interviews.
A Love That Endured Beyond Divorce
Sadly, the second marriage was also not meant to last forever. Conway and Mickey divorced again in 1985. But unlike their first split, this one didn’t sever the emotional bond they shared. In fact, they remained close—so close, in fact, that many still considered them life partners in everything but name.
When Conway Twitty passed away in 1993 at the age of 59, it was clear that Mickey had never truly left his side emotionally. Though they were not officially married at the time of his death, their connection had endured decades of fame, separation, reconciliation, and the trials of a life lived in the public eye.
Mickey Jenkins, the woman who had loved him through it all, stood as one of the most enduring figures in his life—a quiet constant behind the scenes of a man known for heartbreak ballads and timeless duets.
Their story wasn’t perfect, but it was real. And like many of the songs Conway sang—about lost love, second chances, and deep devotion—it was human to its core.
