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Monday, July 6, 2009
Vince Fumo to marry before sentencing?
Convicted former State Sen. Vince Fumo left the courthouse after hearing the verdict with his daugher, Allie, and his girlfriend, Carolyn Zinni. (Eric Mencher/Staff Photographer)

Just days before he is to be sentenced on a federal corruption conviction, former state Sen. Vince Fumo and girlfriend Carolyn Zinni have gotten engaged, sources tell us.

Fumo, 66, proposed to Zinni, 51, who was by his side throughout his trial, over the weekend down the shore and we're told they plan to wed before Fumo's sentencing on July 14. Legal and political insiders suggest that in addition to simply being a romantic gesture, Fumo may be trying to ensure that Zinni, who runs Zinni's, a dress shop, in Springfield, Delaware County, will be the one to handle his business affairs while he is in prison.

Fumo has not returned our requests for comment.

UPDATE: Zinni has also not returned a request for comment, and we are now hearing the pair, each of whom have been married twice before, might not wed before Fumo's sentencing. You'll note a new question mark in the headline.

Posted by Dan Gross @ 11:31 AM  Permalink | 28 comments
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Posted 11:54 AM, 07/06/2009
CleanupPhilly
He's trying to shield his assets.
Posted 12:02 PM, 07/06/2009
Chuck Seese
Now we know his conjugal visits will be legit!!!
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Posted 12:15 PM, 07/06/2009
blackknight
I wish the court would move up his sentencing date so he cannot be married. The feds need to seize ALL his assets and investigate all his wranglings. I'm sure it goes up to Easy Ed Rendell and to Washington DC. This is what sickens me. A wealthy man cheats, steals, and lies people out of money and assets yet they are never poor. Seize every stinking thing he owns and then see how eager his little lady will be to marry him.
Posted 12:22 PM, 07/06/2009
JoeMammas
Did Fumo use his bribe money to buy the engagement ring?
Posted 12:29 PM, 07/06/2009
nittany4
heated sidewalks need to be kept in the family
Posted 12:41 PM, 07/06/2009
erformc1
It also could be designed to ensure that she can receive a portion of pension when he dies.
Posted 12:50 PM, 07/06/2009
Nico Lange
His daughter looks kinda hot
Posted 12:52 PM, 07/06/2009
concerns25
He can't shield his assets that way, maybe his pension. She is a gold digger always was and always will be. She will be in the house(s) until they are taken. His honeymoon will be in prison with Bubba.
Posted 12:59 PM, 07/06/2009
Magistra
Actually, I do not think that they let "Bubba" into Allenwood. It is for the white collar cons and their conjugal visitations. But the move to marry does smell of hiding wealth. Yes, it should all be seized before he gets the chance to hide anything.
Posted 01:02 PM, 07/06/2009
Tom5576
Carolyn, I wouldn't do that. You can have a better future with someone else and enjoy life instead of being alone while he is in prison. I don't see him ever getting out and you would be all by yourself and later you will regret marrying him and then it will be too late. There's a lot of guys out there that can fall in love with you and have a happy ever after. Think about it.
Posted 01:09 PM, 07/06/2009
khall8585
Who is this Dan Gross guy anyway? He probably sits behind his laptop in a Starbucks Cafe, CLAIMING to report the news in the hopes that enough hits to his column will actually keep him employed. Who are you quoting and who's your source? Fumo and Zinni are only engaged, and have zero plans to get married before his sentencing. Their engagement symbolizes her commitment to him no matter how many years he goes to prison. Check your facts and start actually reporting the news...
Posted 01:10 PM, 07/06/2009
EVA9601
She stuck with him throughout the trial ordeal, Good Luck and Best Wishes to them both, everyone deserves happiness. When he gets a new trial, he will be acquitted and they will be truly happy.
Posted 01:18 PM, 07/06/2009
Digifant
concerns25, you are so right. "Bubba" is getting ready for the prison version of Fumo's wedding. Fumo's judge should move the sentencing up to July 10th, the seize all the cash Fumo has stolen.. Zinni won't marry him with no cash, and "Bubba" will be the only person that loves Fumo. he he he.. Sounds like it's going to be Philly's royal wedding. either way.
Posted 01:23 PM, 07/06/2009
Digifant
Magistra, you had best believe "Bubba" lives at Allenwood Prison too. He's in every prison, but at Allenwood he gets better treatment and plays tennis.
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