Patrick Duffy at 71 Fell for Linda Purl & Embraced Her Son – Since Then Linda’s Boy Has Written Thank You Notes to Actor

Dallas star Patrick Duffy, who lost his wife to tragedy, found love with actress Linda Purl at 71, who has worked in theater, ballet, orchestra, and opera.

Patrick Duffy as Bobby Ewing in the premiere episode of "Dallas" in Los Angeles, 1978 | Source: Getty Images

Rosser and Duffy, who converted to Buddhism, married in 1974 and moved to New York. They had two sons. Rosser passed away in 2017, leaving Duffy devastated and unable to rekindle their relationship.

Carlyn Rosser and Patrick Duffy at The Forty-Second TV Film Festival of Monaco in 2002 | Source: Getty Images

Hollywood star Duffy, devastated after losing his wife, remained married despite sons’ attempts. He focused on being a loving grandfather to grandchildren. Duffy and Linda Purl have different love lives, with Duffy having multiple children.

Linda Purl photographed during a portrait session in Los Angeles, 2000 | Source: Getty Images

Purl, a renowned actress, and her husband Duffy, a former TV star, had a strained relationship after Purl’s break from “Happy Days.” Despite their varied romantic lives, they both longed for consistency and shared experiences, leading to their divorce.

Duffy and Purl, a former Dallas alum, found happiness after a kiss and loving relationship. Duffy, who was single after his wife’s death, now celebrates his newfound happiness, blending families and spending holidays together.

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