Current Marital Status of Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman
Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman are not currently married. The couple separated in October 2017 after 46 years together, and they have not resumed married life since that date. Both actors continue to live independently while maintaining a close co-parenting relationship for their three children.
Despite their separation, DeVito and Perlman have not filed for divorce, and their legal marital status remains technically married unless a formal dissolution is completed. Public records and recent interviews confirm they have no plans to reunite in a marital sense, and both focus on separate professional projects.
Relationship Timeline and Separation Details
Marriage and Career Milestones
Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman married on January 17, 1982, after meeting during a Broadway production of The Matchmaker in 1971. They built careers across film, television, and voice acting, with DeVito starring in Taxi and directing films like Matilda, while Perlman became widely known for her role as Carla Tortelli in Cheers.
Their separation in 2017 followed decades of collaboration and joint ventures, including producing and acting together in projects such as the series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Both have since pursued individual roles, with DeVito continuing voice work in animated franchises and Perlman maintaining a steady presence in television and film.
Professional Careers and Public Appearances
Danny DeVito's Recent Work
Danny DeVito remains active in entertainment, with recent roles in films and voice projects that keep him in the public eye. He continues to produce and direct through his production company Jersey Films, which has delivered several critically acclaimed titles over the years.
Rhea Perlman has balanced guest appearances on television series with ongoing voice acting and stage work. Both actors maintain active profiles on social media and industry platforms, where updates about their projects are shared directly with fans and followers.