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 American actor and comedian celebrated for his deadpan comedic style. His career spans a wide range of roles, encompassing both mainstream studio comedies and independent dramatic films. Murray's versatility and unique comedic timing have made him a significant figure in the entertainment industry.

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

1939: Setting of Hyde Park on Hudson

The movie *Hyde Park on Hudson*, released in 2012, focuses on the 1939 visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to the Roosevelts' home.

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1978: Playing 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 .500 batting average.

January 25, 1981: Marriage to Margaret Kelly

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

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1984: Discussed Religious Views

In a 1984 interview, Bill Murray stated that he is a religious person but that Catholicism doesn't have much to do with his life anymore.

1996: Divorce from Margaret Kelly

In 1996, Bill Murray divorced Margaret Kelly following an affair.

1997: Marriage to Jennifer Butler

In 1997, Bill Murray married Jennifer Butler.

2001: Opening of Murray Bros. Caddy Shack in Florida

In 2001, Bill Murray and his brothers opened a Murray Bros. Caddy Shack restaurant at the World Golf Village in 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: Cubs Clinch NL Central

In late September 2007, Bill Murray, along with other celebrities, was invited to the Chicago Cubs' champagne party in the clubhouse when the team clinched the NL Central title, after helping to "inspire" the team during their playoff run by joking with Aramis Ramírez. Fellow actors John Cusack, Bernie Mac, James Belushi, and former Cubs player Ron Santo were also in attendance.

2007: Pulled over for suspected DUI

In 2007, Bill Murray was pulled over by Swedish police on suspicion of driving a golf cart under the influence of alcohol.

May 12, 2008: Butler files for divorce

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

June 13, 2008: Divorce finalized from Jennifer Butler

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

2008: Residence in Greenwich Village

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

2013: End of Greenwich Village residence

In 2013, Bill Murray no longer maintained his residence in the Lower Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, after living there since 2008.

2014: Expressed Affection for Traditional Latin Mass

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

2016: Attended Cubs' World Series Victory

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

2016: BBC inclusion of Moonrise Kingdom

In 2016, the BBC included the movie *Moonrise Kingdom* in its list of the greatest films of the twenty-first century.

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2016: Launch of William Murray Golf apparel brand

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

2018: Opening of Murray Bros. Caddy Shack in Illinois

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

January 19, 2021: Death of Jennifer Butler

Jennifer Butler, Bill Murray's ex-wife, died on January 19, 2021.

2023: Attended UConn Huskies Games

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