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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Jomar Teves

Who Is Sanni McCandless? Alex Honnold's Wife and Her 5-Word Reaction to His 101-Floor Climb

Alex Honnold and Sanni McCandless (Credit: Instagram/Sanni McCandless Honnold @sannimccandless)

Alex Honnold is widely known for redefining human limits through free solo climbing. However, his most recent achievement has also drawn attention to his wife, Sanni McCandless, who has become an essential part of his public and private life. As Honnold scaled Taipei 101 without ropes during Netflix's Skyscraper Live, McCandless was watching from inside the building, processing the risk in real time.

According to People, Sanni McCandless has been by Honnold's side for more than a decade, supporting him through career-defining climbs while building a life rooted in purpose and balance.

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