Actor Bill Murray's wife, Jennifer Butler Murray, filed for a divorce on May 12, 2008, in Charleston County, South Carolina. Butler filed a restraining order against Murray as well.
Allegations
Butler reportedly claimed that Murray was adulterous, abusive, addicted to drugs and frequently abandoned her during their 10 year marriage.Charleston Post & Courier: Bill Murray sued for divorce (May 29, 2008)
Finalization
According to court documents, Murray and Butler's divorce was granted on June 13, 2008. Butler was awarded custody of their four sons, child support and two homes that the couple owned.TMZ: Bill Murray -- Divorce in a Hurry (June 25, 2008) According to their prenup agreement, she would also be entitled to $7 million from her ex husband.People: Bill Murray Divorce Finalized (June 26, 2008)
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Fast Facts
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Butler is a costume designer
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The couple has 4 sons
Jackson, Cal, Cooper and Lincoln
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Murray was previously married to Margaret Kelley
