Todd Bridges, best known for his role as Willis Jackson on the iconic sitcom Diff’rent Strokes, has officially filed for divorce from his wife, Bettijo B. Hirschi, after a three-year marriage. The separation, confirmed by TMZ, marks the end of a union that began with a low-key Beverly Hills ceremony in September 2022.
Divorce Filed in Arizona Courts
According to legal documents obtained by PEOPLE and reported by TMZ, Bridges submitted his divorce petition in Arizona on Tuesday, citing that the marriage is “irretrievably broken.” Neither party is requesting spousal support, as stated in the filing. The couple had reportedly separated months prior to the official filing, with sources indicating their split was amicable.
A Whirlwind Romance and Low-Key Wedding
Todd and Bettijo’s relationship began nine months before their wedding when they connected via a dating app. The couple reportedly hit it off quickly, becoming engaged just six months after meeting. Their September 2022 wedding was a private affair, attended by around 70 guests, and the pair did not have children during their marriage.
Todd Bridges’ Previous Marriage
This is not Bridges’ first experience with divorce. He was previously married to Dori Bridges from 1998 to 2012, a union that ended after 14 years. The actor, now 53, has maintained a relatively private personal life despite his decades-long career in entertainment, which includes stints on reality TV and voice acting.
- Other recent celebrity divorces: RHONY star Sai De Silva’s husband, Mormon Wives Jessi Draper Ngatikaura’s husband, and Today cohost Dylan Dreyer’s divorce from Brian Fichera.
FAQ: Todd Bridges’ Divorce
Q: Why did Todd Bridges file for divorce?
A: The filing cites that the marriage is “irretrievably broken,” though specific reasons have not been disclosed. The couple had already separated before the official filing.
Q: How long were Todd and Bettijo married?
A: The couple married in September 2022, making their union three years long at the time of the filing.
Q: Did Todd Bridges have children during this marriage?
A: No, Todd and Bettijo did not have children during their marriage.
Q: What is Todd Bridges known for?
A: Bridges rose to fame as a child actor on Diff’rent Strokes (1978–1986) and later appeared on reality TV shows like Celebrity Big Brother and Dancing with
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