Let’s talk about something that’s making headlines in Hollywood right now. Jeff Garlin, the beloved actor from The Goldbergs and Curb Your Enthusiasm, has officially filed for divorce from his wife, Marla Garlin, after 24 years of marriage. This news broke on Tuesday, September 4, according to Us Weekly. It's always tough when a long-standing relationship ends, and this one certainly has a lot of people talking.
Now, here’s the deal: According to the court documents, Jeff, who is 56 years old, cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for their split. The couple originally tied the knot on July 24, 1994, but they actually separated three years ago on July 25, 2017. Jeff, ever the romantic, proposed to Marla, also 56, at a Neil Diamond concert. He once told The New York Times back in 2006, “I wanted to pick a moment she would never forget.” And it seems like he did just that.
Now, here’s the good news: Jeff and Marla have two adult children together—sons James, who is 22, and Duke, who is 18—so there won’t be any custody battles. But according to Us Weekly, Jeff is willing to pay spousal support, though he wants both parties to cover their own attorney fees. It’s a pretty straightforward split, but still, it’s always tough when a marriage ends, especially one that lasted as long as theirs did.
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A Look Back at Their Love Story
Let’s take a moment to reflect on the love story of Jeff and Marla. They had a marriage that spanned over two decades, and during that time, they built a life together filled with laughter, love, and family. Jeff has always been open about the importance of presence in a marriage. In a 2017 interview with Anna Sale of NPR’s Death, Sex, & Money podcast, he shared his thoughts on what makes a marriage work. “I think the key to marriage is being present every day,” he said. “Just be present, just look the other person in the eye and go, ‘Man I dig you. I’m really happy to be sharing this experience with you.’ And that to me makes marriage worth it.”
Jeff’s Humorous Take on Marriage
Jeff isn’t just serious about marriage; he also has a great sense of humor about it. During the same interview, he joked about the importance of intimacy. “Ya know, have sex once a week. Ehhh, if you’ve got time for more, fantastic,” he quipped. “And by the way, don’t even have sex. Just stand naked together and have a conversation, dance naked, be vulnerable, be intimate.” It’s clear that Jeff values connection and communication in relationships, even if he delivers those thoughts with a laugh.
What’s Next for Jeff?
Now that Jeff is single again, he’s focusing on his career. He’s currently filming Season 6 of The Goldbergs, where he plays the lovable yet grumpy Murray Goldberg. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s also working on Toy Story 4. It’s clear that Jeff is keeping busy, and who knows? Maybe this new chapter in his life will bring some exciting changes.
