Childhood and Education Journey of Bill Murray in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Bill Murray. A timeline of key moments.

Bill Murray is an acclaimed American actor and comedian celebrated for his signature deadpan comedic style, evident across diverse roles in both mainstream comedies and independent films. His work has earned him numerous awards, including a BAFTA, two Golden Globes, and two Primetime Emmys, with an Academy Award nomination. In 2016, Murray received the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, recognizing his significant contributions to the field.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1939: King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit the Roosevelts

In 1939, the Roosevelts hosted King George VI and Queen Elizabeth at their Hyde Park home, an event depicted in the film Hyde Park on Hudson, starring Bill Murray as FDR.

1978: Played for the Grays Harbor Loggers

In 1978, Bill Murray played in two at-bats for the Grays Harbor Loggers Minor League Baseball team, achieving a batting average of .500 with one hit.

January 25, 1981: Married Margaret Kelly

On January 25, 1981, Bill Murray married Margaret Kelly during the filming of Stripes.

1984: Statements on Religion

In a 1984 interview, Bill Murray stated that he is a religious person, but it doesn't have much to do with Catholicism anymore, and that he doesn't think about Catholicism as much.

1996: Divorced Margaret Kelly

In 1996, Bill Murray and Margaret Kelly divorced following Murray's affair with Jennifer Butler.

1997: Married Jennifer Butler

In 1997, Bill Murray married Jennifer Butler.

2001: Opened Murray Bros. Caddy Shack location in Florida

In 2001, Bill Murray and his brothers opened a location of their restaurant, Murray Bros. Caddy Shack, at the World Golf Village near St. Augustine, Florida.

2004: Cheered at Illinois Fighting Illini game

In 2004, Bill Murray cheered courtside for the Illinois Fighting Illini's game against the Arizona Wildcats in the Regional Final game in Chicago.

2005: Cheered at Illinois Fighting Illini game

In 2005, Bill Murray cheered courtside for the Illinois Fighting Illini's game against the Arizona Wildcats in the Regional Final game in Chicago.

September 2007: Attended Cubs' clubhouse champagne party

In late September 2007, Bill Murray was invited to the Chicago Cubs' clubhouse champagne party after they clinched the NL Central division. He attended alongside fellow actors John Cusack, Bernie Mac, James Belushi, and former Cubs player Ron Santo.

May 12, 2008: Jennifer Butler filed for divorce

On May 12, 2008, Jennifer Butler filed for divorce from Bill Murray, citing domestic violence, infidelity, and addictions.

June 13, 2008: Divorce from Jennifer Butler finalized

On June 13, 2008, Bill Murray's divorce from Jennifer Butler was finalized.

2008: Maintained residence in Greenwich Village

In 2008, Bill Murray began maintaining a residence in the Lower Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village.

2013: Ended residence in Greenwich Village

In 2013, Bill Murray ended his residence in the Lower Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village.

February 2014: Reconciled with Harold Ramis

In February 2014, Bill Murray reconciled with film director and longtime collaborator Harold Ramis just before Ramis's death. He also honored Ramis at the 86th Academy Awards.

2014: Expressed Affection for Traditional Latin Mass

In a 2014 interview, Bill Murray expressed affection for the Traditional Latin Mass and expressed concerns about some of the changes within the Mass of Paul VI, stating that he thinks something was lost by losing the Latin.

2016: Attended Cubs' World Series Victory

In 2016, Bill Murray, along with fellow Cubs fans John Cusack, Eddie Vedder, and Bonnie Hunt, attended the Chicago Cubs' historic Game Seven victory during the World Series.

2016: Launched William Murray Golf apparel brand

On his birthday in 2016, Bill Murray, along with his brother Joel, launched an apparel brand called William Murray Golf.

2018: Opened Murray Bros. Caddy Shack location in Illinois

In 2018, Bill Murray and his brothers opened a second location of their restaurant, Murray Bros. Caddy Shack, inside the Crowne Plaza Rosemont Hotel near the O'Hare International Airport.

2018: Praised Trump Tax Cuts

In a 2018 interview, Bill Murray sarcastically praised the Trump tax cuts, opining them to be a "great thing for the corporations".

April 3, 2020: The French Dispatch pulled from schedule

On April 3, 2020, The French Dispatch was pulled from the release schedule due to the cancellation of the Cannes Film Festival because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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May 12, 2020: Original premiere date for The French Dispatch

May 12, 2020 was the original scheduled premiere date for The French Dispatch at the Cannes Film Festival before it was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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July 23, 2020: The French Dispatch pulled from schedule again

On July 23, 2020, The French Dispatch was again pulled from the schedule.

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October 16, 2020: Rescheduled release date for The French Dispatch

October 16, 2020, was a rescheduled release date for The French Dispatch before it was ultimately pulled again.

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January 19, 2021: Death of Jennifer Butler

On January 19, 2021, Jennifer Butler, Bill Murray's ex-wife, passed away.

2023: Attended UConn Huskies games

In 2023, Bill Murray attended several games of the UConn Huskies men's basketball team, including during their championship run in the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, as his son Luke is an assistant coach for the team.