After three years of their marriage, Todd Bridges and his wife, Bettijo, have decided to part ways. Here's what we know about the cause behind their separation.
It is just the beginning of 2026, and another Hollywood love has quietly come to an end. Todd Bridges, the popular child star known for his role as 'Willis Jackson', and his wife, Bettijo Hirschi, have officially announced that they are going their separate ways after just over three years of marriage. Needless to say, the news has left fans stunned, especially since the couple often discussed finding love later in life and balancing a blended family. Consequently, their decision has left everyone curious to know about what might have gone wrong between them.
Todd Bridges has confirmed his divorce from his wife, Bettijo, in a statement to TMZ on January 14, 2026. He revealed that, after considerable introspection and mutual respect, he and his wife, Bettijo, have decided to end their marriage. Todd acknowledged that their marriage had good moments, but they had decided to go their separate ways. Alongside this, they sought privacy on the matter from fans and the media. In his words:
"After much thought and mutual respect, we have decided to end our marriage. During our time together, we shared meaningful moments, but we have chosen to go our separate ways. I ask for privacy and wish her nothing but love and happiness moving forward."
Further, Todd described that they were divorcing due to a 'season of change' and the decision came after a lot of prayer and reflection. According to him, there was no scandal or dramatic fallout behind their separation. Instead, it is a mutual choice, and they will continue to wish each other well without any bitter feelings. Until January 15, 2026, neither he nor Bettijo had revealed any specific reason for their breakup. Moreover, there are no rumours or reports of infidelity or conflict.
Todd and Bettijo first met in 2022 and quickly formed a strong bond. The actor had revealed that they met through mutual friends and began dating in January 2022. After spending six months together, Todd popped the question to Bettijo by the ocean side. Later, they tied the knot in September 2022 in a private ceremony at the Greystone Mansion and Gardens in Beverly Hills.
They married 40 close friends and family members, creating a blended family since Todd has two adult children, and Bettijo has four children from a previous relationship. Subsequently, the actor took the role of a stepfather and often spoke about the joy of having a big family. However, after three years together, the couple has decided to move forward separately.
Todd Bridges is a popular American actor, director, and producer who has experienced extreme highs and lows throughout his five-decade-long career in Hollywood. He was a popular child star and the only surviving original core cast member of the iconic sitcom Diff'rent Strokes. He first rose to fame with The Waltons, the miniseries Roots, and later joined Diff'rent Strokes. Moreover, he worked on Everybody Hates Chris and served as a commentator on the TruTV series World's Dumbest. As of 2026, he is involved in several film projects, including the upcoming movie, Skate to Hell.
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