"MASH" Actor Jamie Farr Has Been Married To His Wife For 57 Years

Feb 03, 2020

Jamie Farr, best known for his role in the iconic TV show "MASH" as Maxwell Q. Klinger, married the love of his life, Joy Ann Richards, in 1963.

They are currently celebrating their 57th anniversary together. The couple has two children and a grandson. They keep their private life reasonably quiet, but according to People, Jamie Farr once said: “I’ve got two beautiful wives – a beautiful TV wife and a beautiful real-life wife.”

By his TV wife, he was referring to Rosalind Chao, who played Klinger’s Korean wife on "MASH." Jamie Farr is no stranger to active duty in the Korean war; he served two years there, reports Mental Floss. This experience undoubtedly contributed to his success on "MASH."

Although most people think of Jamie Farr as just an actor on "MASH," he has had many other roles in TV, in movies, and on the stage. His first role was in the movie "Blackboard Jungle." He appeared regularly in various comedy shows such as "The Red Skelton Show" and "The Dick Van Dyke Show" before being cast as Klinger in "MASH."

In addition to his success in acting, he is also a celebrated author. He has written a well-received autobiography, and he and his wife co-authored a book for children, "Hababy’s Christmas Eve." Sharing common interests is important in a successful marriage.

Along with his success in acting, writing, and his personal life, Jamie Farr is also a success in helping others. He used to host annual professional women’s golfing tournament The Jamie Farr Toledo Classic, that raised over $6.5 million for children’s charities, reports USA Today.

Although he was diagnosed with severe rheumatoid arthritis in the 1990s, Jamie Farr has not let it stop him from leading his best life with his beloved wife. Jamie Farr is currently the oldest surviving member of the cast of "MASH," states the Mirror. Six cast members are still alive, including Alan Alda (Hawkeye Pierce), Mike Farrell (B.J. Hunnicutt), and Loretta Swit (Margaret Houlihan).

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