Long before she became a staple in NFL owner's boxes and co-owner of the Kansas City Current, Brittany Mahomes grew up in Whitehouse, Texas, navigating a childhood shaped by divorced parents. Her mother is Diana Lindenberg (formerly Diana Massey and Diana Zoellner) and her father is Scott Matthews. Because her parents separated when she was very young, Brittany grew up without memories of them living in the same household, adapting early to a blended family dynamic that eventually spanned multiple cities, marriages, and athletic pursuits.
Understanding Brittany's background requires looking past the high-profile spotlight she shares with her husband, NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Her family roots explain much of her athletic drive, her early focus on soccer, and how she managed the sudden shifts in her personal life.
Meet Diana Lindenberg: The Mother Who Stayed Constant
Diana Lindenberg, often known by her previous married names, served as the steady anchor throughout Brittany's formative years in Texas. After her split from Scott Matthews, Diana stayed in Whitehouse, raising Brittany and her full brother, Devin, while managing the day-to-day logistics of raising active children.
Diana's commitment to her children's athletic ambitions was absolute. During Brittany's college soccer career at the University of Texas at Tyler, Diana made it to every single game, establishing a pattern of reliable presence.
Life brought profound changes and grief to Diana's household as well. She later married Paul Massey, a local soccer coach whose background deeply influenced Brittany's growing passion for the sport. Paul became a vital father figure in Brittany's life. Tragically, in November 2018, Paul Massey collapsed and died outside Arrowhead Stadium while attending a Kansas City Chiefs game. Diana navigated this immense public and private loss before finding love again, marrying Lance Lindenberg in 2021.
Meet Scott Matthews: The Father Across the Distance
Brittany's father, Scott Matthews, relocated to Dallas after the divorce, creating a physical distance that required intentional effort to bridge. Despite living hours apart from his children in East Texas, Scott remained active in Brittany and Devin's lives.
Rather than drifting apart, their relationship adapted. Scott frequently made the drive to watch Brittany's athletic events when he could, and Brittany has openly shared snapshots of their travels together, such as visits to Seattle. In interviews, Brittany has noted that she maintains a close relationship with her father, visiting him in Dallas when her schedule permits and seeing him whenever he travels to her area. Their dynamic reflects a modern co-parenting reality where separation didn't mean abandonment.
Siblings and Blended Family Dynamics
Brittany's family tree includes siblings from both sides of her parents' lives:
- Devin Matthews: Brittany's full brother, who chose a path entirely outside the public eye, previously serving as a U.S. Navy missile technician before returning to civilian life in North Texas.
- Landon: A younger half-brother born from her mother's subsequent marriage.
Growing up with a full brother and moving through various step-family transitions taught Brittany resilience early on. While her husband Patrick Mahomes grew up in a high-profile sports family centered around Major League Baseball pitcher Pat Mahomes, Brittany's upbringing was grounded in small-town Texas school sports, ordinary routines, and the constant balancing act of a split household.
How Her Upbringing Shaped Her Career
The athletic work ethic that took Brittany from Whitehouse High School to a collegiate soccer career at UT Tyler and eventually a brief professional stint in Iceland was heavily influenced by her parents. Diana's constant sideline presence and Paul Massey's coaching expertise instilled a discipline that she later transitioned into fitness training and sports ownership.
When media scrutiny intensified following her relationship with Patrick—whom she began dating when they were teenagers at Whitehouse High School—Brittany's background of handling shifting family dynamics helped her build thick skin. The stability provided by her mother and the sustained connection with her father gave her a solid foundation before she ever stepped into a stadium suite.
You can read more about player backgrounds and league updates directly on the NFL Official Website. For broader context on athletic development in Texas high schools, consult resources from the University Interscholastic League.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Brittany Mahomes' parents still married?
No, Diana and Scott divorced when Brittany was very young. Brittany has noted that she doesn't even remember a time when her parents were together, as they split early in her childhood.
What happened to Brittany Mahomes' stepfather?
Paul Massey, a local soccer coach who played a major role in shaping Brittany's athletic journey, tragically passed away in November 2018 after suffering a medical emergency outside Arrowhead Stadium before a Chiefs game.
Who is Brittany Mahomes' mother married to now?
Diana married Lance Lindenberg in 2021 and currently goes by Diana Lindenberg.
What do Brittany Mahomes' siblings do?
Her full brother, Devin Matthews, is a former U.S. Navy missile technician who now works in North Texas. She also has a younger half-brother named Landon.
