How ‘Boy Meets World’ star William Daniels, 99, and wife Bonnie Bartlett, 96, went from ‘open’ marriage to 75 ‘wonderful’ years together
William Daniels and Bonnie Bartlett are celebrating their 75th wedding anniversary, attributing their long-lasting marriage to their ability to adjust to life's changes. The couple, who met in college, initially attempted an open marriage but quickly realized it was not for them. Laughter and mutual respect have also played significant roles in their relationship over the decades.
- ▪William Daniels and Bonnie Bartlett are Hollywood's oldest living married couple, preparing to celebrate 75 years of marriage.
- ▪They initially tried an open marriage but found it unsuitable for their relationship.
- ▪The couple emphasizes the importance of adjustment and humor in maintaining a successful marriage.
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Celebrity News exclusive How ‘Boy Meets World’ star William Daniels, 99, and wife Bonnie Bartlett, 96, went from ‘open’ marriage to 75 ‘wonderful’ years together By Bernie Zilio Published May 21, 2026, 5:06 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google William Daniels and his wife, Bonnie Bartlett, are getting ready to celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary, and they say their ability to “adjust” has been their secret to marital success. The oldest living married couple in Hollywood admittedly tried to have an “open” marriage a few years after tying the knot in June 1951, but they quickly realized that was not for them. “Well, we’ve been together actually 78 years because it was three years in college. We met at Northwestern [University].
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