Billy Bob Thornton has consistently mesmerized audiences with his captivating performances and creative endeavors as an actor, writer, director, and musician. From his award-winning portrayal in 1996’s Sling Blade to his diverse roles in films like Monster’s Ball and TV series like Fargo, Billy Bob’s depth and versatility are undeniable.
Beyond his artistic pursuits, his genuine and down-to-earth demeanor has won the hearts of many — including a plethora of women that he would go on to marry! The Oscar winner has said “I do” a whopping half dozen times! “I’ve been married five times, and people think that’s some bizarre thing,” he once said before getting hitched for a sixth time, per his IMDB. “Yet I’ve got buddies who refuse to get married and have sex with 15 people a week. I’m like “Which is better?” At least I was trying.”
Learn all about his efforts with his six wives, below!
Billy Bob Thornton was first married to Melissa Lee Gatlin. The two tied the knot in 1978. While there isn’t extensive public information available about their relationship, they welcomed daughter Amanda (Brumfield) on June 30, 1979. Following her parents’ split in 1980, where Melissa cited “incompatibility and adultery on his part” in the divorce filings, Amanda grew up estranged from her father, and was raised by her mother instead. Notably, Amanda was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2008 for the death of her friend’s one-year-old daughter. She was released in 2020.
Born on April 4, 1948, Toni Lawrence was an actress whose credits included McCloud (1970), Daddy’s Deadly Darling (1973) and Sole Survivor (1984), according to her IMDB. The romance between the young starlet and Billy Bob was short-lived, as they married in 1986 and went their separate ways two years later. The couple did not welcome any children during their time together.
“He’s really talented, that’s obvious now,” Toni said years later, per PEOPLE. The potter, who remarried and relocated to LA, added, “But, he’s very troubled.”
Cynda Williams graced the world on May 17, 1966, in the city of Chicago, Illinois. With her undeniable talent and captivating presence, she made her mark in the entertainment industry as both an actress and a producer. Her breakout performances in acclaimed films such as “One False Move” (1992), “Mo’ Better Blues” (1990), and the recent sensation “Mad As Hell” (2021) have solidified her status as a force to be reckoned with, per her IMDB.
