Childhood and Education Journey of Danny DeVito in Timeline

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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 known for his roles in television and film. 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 FXX sitcom *It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia*. DeVito's career spans several decades, marked by his comedic timing and memorable character portrayals.

January 17, 1971: Met Rhea Perlman

On January 17, 1971, Danny DeVito met Rhea Perlman after she went to see a friend in the single performance of the play "The Shrinking Bride", which featured DeVito.

January 28, 1982: Married Rhea Perlman

On January 28, 1982, Danny DeVito married Rhea Perlman, after moving in together two weeks after they met in 1971.

March 11, 1983: Birth of Lucy Chet DeVito

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

March 1985: Birth of Grace Fan DeVito

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

October 1987: Birth of Jacob Daniel DeVito

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

1994: Purchase of Beverly Hills Home

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

2005: Discovered Mike Patton's music

In 2005, Danny DeVito discovered the music of Mike Patton, thanks to his son Jacob, and became a big fan of Patton's various musical projects.

October 2012: 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 in October 2012.

April 2015: Sale of Beverly Hills Home

In April 2015, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman sold their Beverly Hills home for US$24 million.

2016: Included Faith No More music in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

In 2016, Danny DeVito included music from Mike Patton's band Faith No More in an episode of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia".

March 2017: Second Separation from Rhea Perlman

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

2019: Closer Friends with Rhea Perlman after separation

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