Sarah McLachlan's Marriage and Relationship History
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Geoff Courtnall
Sarah McLachlan entered a romantic relationship with Geoff Courtnall around early 2016, though the exact commencement of their relationship remains cloudy. They reportedly met through common friends in the music industry, a space Courtnall himself had an interest in, as evident from his purchase of the Blue Heron Music Festival in Comox, British Columbia. Their relationship was relatively private by choice, reducing the visibility of their togetherness timeline. Nevertheless, speculation suggests their relationship spanned over a couple of years.
Geoff Courtnall, a Canadian native born on August 18, 1962, made a name for himself in the National Hockey League (NHL). He played professionally for a host of teams, including the Edmonton Oilers, Washington Capitals, Boston Bruins, and Vancouver Canucks. Courtnall's notable achievements include appearing in two All-Star games and playing in the Stanley Cup Final with Vancouver in 1994.
W. Brett Wilson
Sarah McLachlan's relationship with W. Brett Wilson is believed to have been ignited in 2009. The Canadian businessmen and philanthropist who had been long-time friends with McLachlan, disclosed their romantic involvement in 2010 during an interview with Calgary Herald. Although they had a strong mutual respect and admiration for each other, the couple announced their split in 2010, marking a relatively short, yet impactful companionship.
W. Brett Wilson, born on July 1, 1957, is a renowned Canadian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and television personality. Wilson gained prominence as a panelist on CBC's television show Dragon's Den. As a co-founder of FirstEnergy Capital, he has reputedly made significant contributions to Canada's oil and gas industry.
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Sarah McLachlan started dating drummer Ashwin Sood in the late 1990s. The couple's initial meeting was during the production of McLachlan's album, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, where Sood worked as the drummer. Following their marriage in 1997 in Jamaica, they collaborated professionally on several music projects. The couple ended their twelve-year companionship and announced their split in 2008.
Ashwin Sood is a British-Canadian drummer, recognized primarily for his work alongside Grammy-award-winning artist, Sarah McLachlan. His significant contributions to McLachlan's albums Surfacing and Afterglow, have consolidated his stance in the music industry. His talent for drumming, coupled with his skills as a record producer, has made him eminent in the contemporary music scene.