Childhood and Education Journey of Danny DeVito in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Danny DeVito. From birth to education, explore key events.

Danny DeVito is an American actor and filmmaker renowned for his comedic roles. He rose to fame as Louie De Palma in the TV series *Taxi*, earning a Golden Globe and an Emmy. Currently, he stars as Frank Reynolds in the long-running sitcom *It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia*. DeVito's career spans decades, marked by his distinctive voice, comedic timing, and memorable characters across television and film.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

January 17, 1971: Meeting Rhea Perlman

On January 17, 1971, Danny DeVito met Rhea Perlman after she attended a performance of the play The Shrinking Bride, which he was in. They moved in together two weeks later.

January 28, 1982: Marriage to Rhea Perlman

On January 28, 1982, Danny DeVito married Rhea Perlman.

March 11, 1983: Birth of Daughter Lucy Chet DeVito

On March 11, 1983, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman's first child, Lucy Chet DeVito, was born.

March 1985: Birth of Daughter Grace Fan DeVito

In March 1985, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman's daughter, Grace Fan DeVito, was born.

October 1987: Birth of Son Jacob Daniel DeVito

In October 1987, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman's son, Jacob Daniel DeVito, was born.

1988: Publication of Roald Dahl's Matilda

In 1988, Roald Dahl's classic children's novel "Matilda" was published, which Danny DeVito would later adapt into a film in 1996.

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1991: Founding of Jersey Films

In 1991, Danny DeVito founded Jersey Films, a production company.

1994: Purchase of Beverly Hills House

In 1994, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman purchased a 14,579-square-foot house in Beverly Hills, California, where they resided until 2015.

2005: Discovering Mike Patton's Music

In 2005, Danny DeVito discovered the music of singer Mike Patton through his son Jacob and became a big fan of his various musical projects.

October 2012: First Separation from Rhea Perlman

In October 2012, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman separated after 30 years of marriage and over 40 years together.

March 2013: Reconciliation with Rhea Perlman

In March 2013, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman reconciled after their separation.

April 2015: Selling Beverly Hills House

In April 2015, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman sold their 14,579-square-foot house in Beverly Hills, California, for US$24 million.

March 2017: Second Separation from Rhea Perlman

In March 2017, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman separated for a second time, but remained on amicable terms.

2019: Closer Friendship with Rhea Perlman

In 2019, Rhea Perlman stated that she and Danny DeVito had become closer friends after their separation than they were in their final years as a couple.