No difficulty is too great for a strong marriage.

Delta Burke and Gerald McRaney are an exception to the rule that some individuals nowadays don’t take wedding vows seriously. They have faithfully upheld their commitment for over 30 years.

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Gerald McRaney wanted to ask actress Delta Burke out on a date after meeting her. But he was also aware that a plethora of other men were interested in her.

He swiftly asked her out because he didn’t want to miss out on the opportunity. “I wasn’t going to let her get away,” McRaney recalls. I was going to move in immediately after hearing that people were asking her out.

They hit it off immediately, and he proposed during their second date. Two years later, on May 28th, 1989, they tied the knot. It wasn’t as quick as McRaney had hoped, but he was nonetheless overjoyed since he had finally met his dream girl!

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This was Gerald McRaney’s third marriage, while Delta Burke was getting hitched for the first time. But he wanted it to last this time.

Many felt their marriage was ill-advised, despite their profound love for one another. A few of McRaney’s acquaintances cautioned him about it. On every occasion, though, he disregarded such cautions. “Why not?” he’d ask. No one else can comprehend this madness except them. Her answer is yes. I don’t mind if I don’t phone her till two in the morning if I’m away for work. Her comprehension is impeccable.

Their shared experiences in the entertainment industry allowed them to empathize with one another. That way, in times of need, they could lean on each other for guidance and encouragement.

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When they succeed, they encourage one other greatly. Burke was McRaney’s number one admirer in the aftermath of his “This Is Us” acting award. With tears in her eyes, she stood in the crowd, cheering for her loving husband.

According to McRaney, out of all the critics he’s worked with as an actor, Burke has given him the most insightful comments. He understands she’s being forthright when she says a performance was good or might be better.

Their marriage went through a rough patch in 1998. Among Burke’s many hardships were the deaths of her grandmother and mother, who were both afflicted with breast cancer. Following her conflict with the show’s producers, Burke decided to take a hiatus from acting.

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The actress’s weight increase throughout her time on the show was observed by fans. Hypoglycemia, a condition that caused her to put on weight, was indeed something she was dealing with.

Managing her weight was a challenge for her. The development of type 2 diabetes was a result of her attempts at dietary changes and therapy for hypoglycemia. She had a hard time getting an accurate diagnosis. “I was on the road a lot,” Burke recalls. It was exhaustion killing me. Something was awry with my physique. There was clearly something amiss, but no one could explain it to me. I was diagnosed with Epstein-Barr virus. I sensed that it was different. Finally, after a single doctor ran the appropriate tests, I was diagnosed with diabetes.

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Her own health took a back seat while she attended to her mother’s needs. Her doctor still wanted her to change her eating habits because insulin therapy could be necessary, even though she was already on medication.

Her mother’s health improved after a hard battle. Burke lauded her husband for always being by her side, watching over her, and ensuring she took her medication as prescribed. Additionally, McRaney triumphed over lung cancer in 2004.

She attributes McRaney’s assistance, which included insulin shots, to the fact that she now requires insulin. “He loved me when I was as big as a house,” she added. He has been there for me through thick and thin, loving me no matter what. Even now, he insists that my physique is attractive, even if I am here to tell you that it is not!

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Together, the couple maintains an active lifestyle and prioritizes their health. Delta Burke’s health is improving!

Delta Burke has no immediate intentions to return to acting. Even if her spouse McRaney is of the opinion that she may not go back into acting, he has stated his desire to collaborate with her again.

Despite McRaney’s lack of retirement plans, they have purchased a property in central Florida and intend to relocate there in the near future. They didn’t start a family of their own, but they raised McRaney’s three children from a previous marriage.

They have set an example for all couples by honoring their vows to each other. All our best wishes and affection are going out to them.

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