Who Was Mae Capone? Know Everything About Her Net Worth, Death Cause, and More

Robert Thorne

• Sep 27, 2026 • 8 min read

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Mary Josephine Capone – an Irish-American lady born on April 11, 1897. People call her “Mae Capone” who got public attention when she tied the wedding knot with an American most wanted gangster, “Al Capone”. Despite her husband’s criminal activities and murder history, she stood by him throughout his hard times – even when AI Capone got sick with Syphilis.

Mae proved herself a generous and loving wife throughout her married life. And after the death of her husband, she kept a low profile about her personal and professional existence. But there are many untold facts about Mae’s life before and after AI Capone that you guys will discover below. Take a look.

Raised in an Irish Catholic Household, Mae Capone was Ambitious since Childhood:

Mae Capone was born in Brooklyn, New York, on April 11, 1987. Her parents, Bridget Gorman and Michael Coughlin moved to America to start a new life with their six children. She was a bright student and did outperform in school, but after her father demised, she quit school to earn and support her family; at that time, she was only 16. She got a job at a Box Factory as a sales clerk.

Who knew she would find the love of her life in that Box Factory:

While working day and night for her family, Mae Capone met Al Capone. Mae was 20, and Al was 18 at that time. They instantly fell for each other and decided to take the next step. Even though the mysterious side jobs of AI Capone were not so hidden, Mae’s family allowed her to continue their relationship. Mae was also expecting her first child with Al Capone before their wedding, which was unusual for the religious catholic family.

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