Esteemed actors and comedians Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman have been legally married since 1982.
Despite their official separation in 2017, the duo continues to raise their three children together — let’s delve into their family life.
Who is Danny DeVito?
Danny DeVito is an American actor born on November 17, 1944, in Neptune, New Jersey.
Danny began his acting career in off-Broadway plays before landing his first on-screen role in the 1970 film Dreams of Glass.
Throughout his extensive career, he has amassed over 150 credited appearances in films like Matilda, Batman Returns, and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
The Hollywood icon has received numerous awards, including multiple Golden Globe Awards and Primetime Emmy Awards.
Throughout his career, Danny DeVito has accumulated an estimated net worth of $80 million.
Who is Rhea Perlman?
Similar to her estranged husband, Rhea Perlman is an accomplished actress.
Born on March 31, 1948, in New York City, Perlman made her debut in the entertainment industry in 1972 with a role as an extra in Hot Dogs for Gauguin.
She rose to fame a decade later with her iconic role in the hit TV series Cheers.
Throughout her career, Perlman has appeared in various films and shows, including Matilda, Star Wars: The Bad Batch, and Barbie.
Her successful career has resulted in a net worth of $60 million according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Who are Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman’s children?
Actors Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman started dating in 1971 and tied the knot in January 1982.
After 30 years of marriage, they announced their separation in October 2012, reconciling in March 2013.
Although they officially separated in March 2017, they remain legally married.
During their union, Danny and Rhea welcomed three children: Lucy, Grace, and Jake. Let’s explore more about them:
Lucy DeVito
Lucy Chet DeVito, born on March 11, 1983, followed in her parents’ footsteps to pursue acting.
She has appeared in projects like It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Little Demon alongside her father.
During the 2024 SAG Awards, Lucy revealed her pregnancy by showcasing her baby bump.
According to People, her representative confirmed that she is expecting in the summer, although neither she nor her fiancé has commented on the news.
Grace DeVito
In contrast to her famous family, Danny and Rhea’s second daughter, Grace DeVito, has chosen a career away from the limelight.
Grace, born on March 25, 1985, works as an artist in L.A. following her studies at CalArts and The New York Studio School.
In 2019, Grace tied the knot with her longtime partner, Andy Giannakakis.
Rhea revealed her grandmother status in June 2023 as one of her daughters welcomed a baby named Sinclair Lucille DeVito in 2022.
Speaking on the Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus podcast, Rhea hinted at Grace being the mother by mentioning that the child kept the DeVito surname despite being married.
Jake DeVito
Finally, on October 10, 1987, the couple celebrated the arrival of their initial son, Jake DeVito.
Following a path into the entertainment industry, Jake, the youngest offspring of the former couple, now serves as a producer and director.
Jake holds the title of executive producer on Little Demon and has also contributed to projects such as Fair Chase and The Better Angels in the realm of filmmaking.
