Kurt Busch’s Wife: The Polo Player Loves Horses and Horsepower

Ashley Busch, wife of the NASCAR driver Kurt Busch, starred in the television series on CMT in 2019 called Racing Wives. Not only did they show how fast-paced and chaotic the racing lifestyle is, but it took a closer view at what these wives were doing in their own personal careers. That's when a lot of people got a glimpse of Ashley Busch's very busy life for the first time.Show more

She started riding horses when she was just 6 years old. Today, she is a professional polo player through the U.S. Polo Association, but also loves to cruise around with Kurt in some high-powered cars. Her father, Beau Van Metre, is also a professional polo player. This equestrian has a lot going on in the world of polo. Ashley has won multiple polo events including the International Polo Club 12-goaler, and Port Mayaca. She even became a brand ambassador for USPA. She's proved her talent on a horse but this didn't seem to be enough to satisfy her personal goals.

Ashley also went on to start her own swimwear line named Monarch Reign. She collaborated with Enrique Sánchez, who founded La Isla, and her products are produced by Sánchez's label. She creates all kinds of unique swimwear for women to feel comfortable and confident in. Her company has been gaining some traction, but it does include some higher dollar pieces that are mainly focused on a market of people who are a little more well-off. Along with her swim line, she has began developing a modeling career as well. She was affiliated with Wilhelmina Models, and modeled exclusively with the famous brand, Ralph Lauren.

These two make a powerful husband and wife combo. Kurt Busch fans adore Ashley, and they were beyond excited when the two announced that they would be getting married. Kurt popped the big question in 2015. They had a small wedding of around 40 people. The reception however, was a different story. They hosted it in Palm Beach, Florida, one week after the wedding. The crowd got the show of a lifetime, with a surprise performance by Steven Tyler as the highlight.

As of 2019, Ashley has a net worth right at around $5 Million. Seeing all the stuff she has going on in her own personal career, it's easy to see how she can be valued so high. Mix that with Kurt Busch's $50 million net worth, and you get an extremely comfortable lifestyle. It's always awesome to see what the wives are capable of in their own lives and I don't think that Ashley has any plans of slowing down anytime soon. Although an additional season of the show has not yet been confirmed, we look forward to hearing what she sets her sights on next.

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