Anson Williams Claims Divorce From Wife of 30 Years the 'Best for Everyone'

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Filing for divorce from Jackie Williams in the California Superior Court, the 'Happy Days' actor cites irreconcilable differences as the reason of their separation.

September 13, 2019

AceShowbiz - "Happy Days" star Anson Williams is divorcing his wife of more than 30 years.

According to court records obtained by TMZ, the star filed for divorce from Jackie Williams in the California Superior Court on Wednesday, September 11, citing irreconcilable differences.

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The 69-year-old actor told the publication: "Despite best efforts to work things out or make allowances, and as difficult as it is, sometimes you have to do what's best for everyone."

The pair tied the knot back in 1988, and they have five children together.

Anson, who after starring as naive singer Potsie Weber in the iconic sitcom became a sought after TV director, was previously married to his "Happy Days" co-star Lorrie Mahaffey from 1978 to 1986.

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