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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61. Having known Danny for over 32 years, and being in the Band, the Muddflaps with Gretchen for 4 years, I can say that this did come as a bit of a surprise. But knowing them both, I'm sure that this will be an amicable divorce, as I know that they still love each other very much. Of course are still holding out for a reconciliation.


My heart goes out to both of these great people and their children

Posted at 3:42PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Chris Doohan

62. Danny can be incredibly bright, funny and insightful. His banter can be second to none; I have no doubts as to why he remains in the media. Things are never dull with Bonaduce.
However, I think that Danny's emotional maturity is far below what it should be, and this is what he's going to have to work on to become whole. He's self-indulgent, lacks self-control, doesn't foresee the consequences (short and long term) of his actions, is manipulative, self-centred and lacks empathy, or the ability to put oneself into the other's shoes. When he conquers these 'me, me, me' demons, he'll be the perfect guy. Go Danny. Sometimes the worst things that happen to you end up being the best things in the long run. With work, he may yet be able to have an equal and adult relationship with a different woman, which from what I've seen of his show, he has yet to have ever had; and it will be a revelation to him when he does.

Posted at 3:51PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Regardless

63. Please, do you really think she will divorce him, Come On, It's just a scam to get ratings on his radio show. People will tune in just to hear him pretend to break down on the radio. He knows his ratings are way low and the next ratings will be coming out soon so he has to do something drastic to keep his job. The show he had was completely staged and his wife was in on everything. I use to be a fan but came to see that he was just a fake.

Posted at 3:58PM on Apr 10th 2007 by DannySucks

64. Re: 68

Getting saved is not a complicated thing at all. Jesus Christ did all the hard work. All you have to do is come before God wherever you are and mean and say this simple prayer with all your heart to Him:

Lord Jesus, I call upon you right now. I am a sinner. Please forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in Your Blood, cleanse me from all unrightheousness, come into my heart and be Lord of my life. I believe that you died for my sins, that you took my place, that God raised you from the dead and you are alive and seated at His right Hand. I am born again. Thank you for writing my name down in the Lamb's Book of Life. Fill me with your Holy Spirit. Thank you for saving me.

That's it. The Bible says that old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new. You are new creature in Christ Jesus. Now tell someone about your salvation. Get a Bible in a translation that you can understand. Talk to God every day. Find a bible-believing church and begin your glorious walk with God.

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

65. 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

66. ahem... It's Carolla with two A's and one O. Adam even specified this while you were on the phone this AM.

Posted at 4:02PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Jon

67. Ok, he was a jerk on the show plenty of times! But, was I the only one that saw that she was a total b@tch half of the time, too? My husband and I constantly thought that although he was an ass, she was just as bad as him. She hung in long enough that she has now been on a reality show and will get plenty of money. She deserves whatever she got, I just feel bad for the kids.

Posted at 4:03PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Renee

68. Funny, now that he has cleaned up his act, she dumps him.

Posted at 4:07PM on Apr 10th 2007 by imanetter2

69. 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

70. PLEASE this women is a manipulating, co-dependent bitch. If you watch the show she undermines his authority by her subtle comments to those kids and her behavior is questionable at best. He is no saint and there is plenty of room for him to improve, but she knew going into this he had drug and alcohol problems as well as his battles with manic depression. And now that he has done everything she asks she's leaving. F*&K her and her "christian beliefs" if she had left from the gate I would respect her doing it now just says to me she was waiting to collect his cash and residules on the show.

Posted at 4:16PM on Apr 10th 2007 by redsonja1313

71. PEOPLE hes conning you he hasn't cleaned up wait n see

Posted at 4:20PM on Apr 10th 2007 by W B

72. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! I'm glad she's leaving that scumbag husband of hers! HAHAHA. Go rot in hell ya loser Danny!

Posted at 4:22PM on Apr 10th 2007 by RenRen

73. Danny Bonaduce like so many men and woman who cheat on their spouse is singing the blues now...No matter how much you say your sorry...I was on drugs or drunk...does not take the pain away from your actions...Sure your spouse will try to forgive you and take you back because they truely loved you...but that kind of love they once had for you is gone for ever because of your actions...Its only right Mrs Bonaduce...soon to be EX....has a chance to find happiness again..

Posted at 4:30PM on Apr 10th 2007 by sharon

74. It's a publicity stunt! With a new gig as a sidekick on a radio show and reality show on the way he needed some pump... Look for Divorcing Bonaduce on VH1 soon!

Posted at 4:32PM on Apr 10th 2007 by Sure!

75. i love Danny Bonaduce. Extremely intelligent, and tells it like it is! keep up the good work Danny. she'll come to her senses.

Posted at 4:43PM on Apr 10th 2007 by debi

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