Is it true that Jack Klugman and his wife Brett Somers NEVER divorced?

[Ireneparalegal]

I was doing some research and came upon information that stated those two who were married, separated in 1974 but NEVER DIVORCED...can anyone verify this for me.

[catlover79]

I've heard that too...and never understood it.

[Ireneparalegal]

Originally Posted by catlover79

I've heard that too...and never understood it.

So, we can assume that it is true???? I know he had a palimony suit against him at one time but it was thrown out. That can explain why he didn't marry the lady.

I know Hugh Hefner is still married to his wife Kimberly. They are living in separate mansions, right next to each other. Which is why he won't marry his current love.

[Tiger32]

According to IMDb which is a very accurate source, shows that they were married in 1953 and separated in 1974. They also have 3 children during their marriage.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001430/bio

[Ireneparalegal]

Originally Posted by Tiger32

According to IMDb which is a very accurate source, shows that they were married in 1953 and separated in 1974. They also have 3 children during their marriage.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001430/bio

Separated and divorced are TWO very different things. Hugh Hefner and his wife are still legally married. They are separated, living in two different houses. He has never divorced his wife, though they have been separated for many years now.

[Janice]

No clue Irene, but it is curious, isn't it. Often times, it's for religious reasons, such as Spencer Tracy who never divorced his wife. Just a thought.

[Ireneparalegal]

Originally Posted by Janice

No clue Irene, but it is curious, isn't it. Often times, it's for religious reasons, such as Spencer Tracy who never divorced his wife. Just a thought.

I had come across that bit of info and I was like "WTF?" Although it is not the first time I had heard of such a thing, but for THAT LONG A TIME?

Yeah, the whole Tracy/Hepburn thing was really something. Knowing he wanted Hepburn soooo bad and yet, for religious reasons, wouldn't divorce. Funny how men seem to use the religious excuse for not divorcing, but they sure don't remember the commandment THOU SHALT NOT COMMIT ADULTERY.

[Zoneboy]

Originally Posted by Tiger32

According to IMDb which is a very accurate source.

Not Always.

[Ireneparalegal]

Originally Posted by Zoneboy

Not Always.

I agree. Also Wikipedia. Those sources can be changed by ANYONE. The worst times are when someone puts information that the person has died.

[Zoneboy]

Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

I agree. Also Wikipedia. Those sources can be changed by ANYONE. The worst times are when someone puts information that the person has died.

Definitely, I've learned my lesson about trusting IMDb or Wikipedia. If they report the death of someone famous, It's best to find a verifiable news source such as The Associated Press, Reuters, etc...

[Tiger32]

Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

Separated and divorced are TWO very different things. Hugh Hefner and his wife are still legally married. They are separated, living in two different houses. He has never divorced his wife, though they have been separated for many years now.

Who said they are divorced? I said that they are separated.

[Ireneparalegal]

Originally Posted by Tiger32

Who said they are divorced? I said that they are separated.

I know that, that is the whole reason for my thread. I am curious to know why they are SEPARATED after all these years and not legally divorced.

I don't go by IMDB or Wikipedia solely for a source. I need a REAL, DEFINITE, 100% accurate source. I seen that same information on there but that is not good enough for me. My reason for making this thread was to find out if the die-hard fans know a link or something that can verify this info.

[Tiger32]

Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

I know that, that is the whole reason for my thread. I am curious to know why they are SEPARATED after all these years and not legally divorced.

I don't go by IMDB or Wikipedia solely for a source. I need a REAL, DEFINITE, 100% accurate source. I seen that same information on there but that is not good enough for me. My reason for making this thread was to find out if the die-hard fans know a link or something that can verify this info.

That is a very good question, perhaps it has to do with his religion. I will be willing to bet that he is Catholic.

I know that the Catholic Church does not allow divorce. I heard of Catholics who have been separated a number of years but have never divorced. They live their lives as if they are single.

[Mikado]

Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

IYeah, the whole Tracy/Hepburn thing was really something. Knowing he wanted Hepburn soooo bad and yet, for religious reasons, wouldn't divorce. Funny how men seem to use the religious excuse for not divorcing, but they sure don't remember the commandment THOU SHALT NOT COMMIT ADULTERY.

Goes for cheating women TOO ya know

[Ireneparalegal]

Originally Posted by Mikado

Goes for cheating women TOO ya know

Yes my dear. Very true.


For Tiger32, I am catholic and I had no problem getting a divorce. The only thing the catholic church does is you are not allowed to marry again in any catholic church. That's it. They can't BAN you or keep you from getting a divorce. Nor can they keep you from marrying again. Catholics do it all the time. It is morals, sacraments and vows that the Catholic church hopes that you follow when you marry in their church as a catholic.

Again, I don't know if it is religious reasons that are being used here by Jack, but if it is, he is just as wrong for being separated and having co-habitated with other women.

I really am curious now as to what is going on with Brett and Jack.