In today’s world, marital vows can sometimes be overlooked, but Delta Burke and Gerald McRaney show what true commitment looks like after more than 30 years. Let’s explore the challenges and successes they’ve experienced together.
When Gerald McRaney first met actress Delta Burke, he was eager to ask her out. Even though he knew he had competition because of her fame, McRaney was determined to win her over. They connected immediately, and on their second date, he proposed. They officially married two years later in 1989, and McRaney was thrilled to marry his dream girl.
While Burke was starting her first marriage, McRaney had been married twice before. Despite some friends doubting their future, McRaney was committed to making this marriage work. Both working in the entertainment industry, they understood each other’s challenges and provided strong support for one another.
They celebrated each other’s achievements, with Burke supporting McRaney when he won a Primetime Emmy for his role in “This Is Us.” McRaney deeply values Burke’s opinions, especially about his acting career.
in 1998, their marriage faced a major challenge when Burke went through personal losses and health issues. She dealt with the death of her grandmother, her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis, and her own weight gain due to hypoglycemia. After facing misdiagnoses and ineffective treatments, she finally learned she had type 2 diabetes. Throughout this tough time, McRaney stayed by her side, offering constant support and even helping with her insulin shots.
Burke credits McRaney with providing steadfast love and support during her toughest times, helping her through her health struggles. Despite the challenges they faced, the couple remains dedicated to each other’s well-being and works on their health together. Burke is now in better health and has no plans to return to acting, while McRaney is open to the idea of working together again in the future.
Though they don’t have children together, they have devoted their lives to raising McRaney’s three kids from his previous marriages. As they plan to move to central Florida, their strong bond continues to show the lasting power of love and commitment in marriage.