Bonaduce: "I Don't Want a Divorce -- This Sucks A$$"

TMZ has confirmed that Danny Bonaduce's wife has begun divorce proceedings. On the Adam Carolla Show this morning, Danny revealed that his wife Gretchen sent him a letter informing him that he will soon be served with divorce papers.

Click to hear Danny break news about his divorce
The Bonaduces, who met on a blind date, have been married since 1990. Their recent troubles and Danny's struggle with substance abuse, were broadcast on the reality show "Breaking Bonaduce." Danny confirmed to TMZ that while "Yes, this is happening," he says that it is absolutely not what he wants. "I don't want a divorce," he said. "This sucks ass."

Hollywood is splitsville: Click to launch photosAs for Danny's radio co-hosts, Carolla tells TMZ that these developments are not "over one incident."

Danny, for his part, will celebrate one year of sobriety on April 18.

A rep for the Bonaduces confirms that Gretchen has begun divorce proceedings. In a statement to TMZ, he says "Even though they still care about each other and their 2 children, Gretchen felt it wasn't a great atmosphere to raise the kids."



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46. I won't reveal my source, but this is a publicity stunt, several people are behind this and they were hoping TMZ would be the first to bite ot get things rolling.

Posted at 3:09PM on Apr 10th 2007 by TheMan

47. jh:
Learn to spell. It's "codependent" not CODE DEPEDENT.

Posted at 1:58PM on Apr 10th 2007 by cm2s1

48. Poor danny. i met him a few years ago when he was at the Dallas Texas COnverntion Center promoting the show "The Other Half." He was a nice guy. I realize that doesnt always mean a nice husband, though. i think this is just sad.

Posted at 2:02PM on Apr 10th 2007 by kathy

49. I feel so sorry for Danny. He has alot of issues that hurt him inside, and is very insecure down deep. One thing is certain, he adores his wife. Yeah he cheated, but if you watched these two from the very beginning, she was not into sex much, and he is, and he appears to equate sex with love. No wonder he went looking. It was a cry to get noticed by her. I hope they can get their act together now that he is sober, and stay married, because I truly believe they belong together. Anyone that has gone through this much and stuck it out, should keep trying. There ain't all that much out there, and Gretchen is going to find this out. Having a man that loves you like he does, is a rare find, and no relationship is perfect. He loves the kids and he loves her, that is a good foundation for marriage if he can get past his demons.

Posted at 2:01PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Kim

50. I saw the show...
I believe his wife really, really, really tried to make it work... a lot of it depended on Bonaduce changing..... She just got so tired of trying to work it out with him... You could see it was just too tiring and too much work to try to teach somebody how to behave when they just don't "get it." It was just too, too tiring and exhausting for her.... She put herself through hell trying to stay in it as long as she did. She really, genuinely tried to get it to work....

Posted at 2:09PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Cindy

51. Substance or alcohol abuse is so difficult on all parties. My prayers with your entire family.

Stay clean Danny........you're doing great!

Posted at 2:37PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Julie

52. No shock, but yet so sad that she fought so hard and long to avoid it!

Posted at 2:41PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Gorsaci

53. He's a publicity whore.

NO ONE is listening to that radio show he's on and they dropped Breaking Bonaduce so he had to come up with something to keep his, oh, how was it described once? He wants to keep his "face that looks like a giant thumbprint" in the public eye.

I don't buy it for a minute.

Shame on you Bonaduce.

Posted at 2:12PM on Apr 10th 2007 by abinden

54. He's conned you all He is NOT sober. He is a wuss with no balls to beat the bottle. He will now blame this for him "Falling off the wagon" watch and see. He is a loser who gets whupped by booze !! Thank you 11 yrs here sober

Posted at 3:37PM on Apr 10th 2007 by W B

55. #4: you took the words right out of my mouth!!

#5: VERY FUNNY!

Danny, you piece of moldy, diseased scum. You have cheated on this woman from the beginning of your marriage and you are an arrogant, self-absorbed piece of crap who uses everyone and everybody! The only woman you seem to have ANY modicum of respect for is your sister. You are a total piece of trash and I have NO sympathy for you whatsover, SCUMBUCKET!!

Posted at 2:43PM on Apr 10th 2007 by MorganaBanana

56. I have never watched the show but I too, am an addict and alcoholic with just over 2 years sober...and I know how devastating a divorce can be to someone in recovery. Please see his wife for what she is.....a strong courageous woman...who stuck with him for 16 years....I can only imagine the nightmare of living with someone elses addiction for that long. Unfortunately Danny has to play the cards he was dealt...he is an addict ...unless you have walked in another man's shoes who are you to pass judgement. It's funny how normal people, who have not experienced the torture of addiction, are so self righteous and judgamental. Unless you have lived with the demons of addiction you should keep your negative comments to yourself. He never meant to hurt her or his children...finally he has freedom from the bondage...and unfortunately God has other plans for him and his wife.

Posted at 3:28PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Kraen

57. Sober? Doubtful. I feel sorry for the kids, he will (and has) used every card in the deck to use his children as a tool with Gretchen. Give it up dude, no more games, no more drama. Be a man for once. If you cared about Gretchen or the kids you would stop being such a self-centered putz. Without regard to your additions, you act like a jerk.

Posted at 2:34PM on Apr 10th 2007 by TJ

58. danny.good luck to you ,stay sober if not just for you but your kids. its hard to end a marriage but peple need some human contact, not just living with you and raising your children.you deserve that.youve come along way,find someone who can truely love you in every way.i really enjoy your tv appearances,keep doing them,seeya on the boob tube!

Posted at 2:40PM on Apr 10th 2007 by allison

59. Well the sober thing worked out, how about the Christianity thing???? Was it just another phase?? Didn't get high enough on it????

Posted at 4:01PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Sassy

60. Its really sad that she was most happy when he was an addict. I pray he stays sober not only for himself but for the kids also. Gretchen appeared happier even on camera when Danny was struggling with his own personal demons. I feel more sorry for her than him. Sad isn't it---> he is the strong one. Prayers go out to those babies for sure.

Posted at 4:08PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Mindy

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