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Luke Perry fans were shocked when news of the late 52-year-old actor’s death broke in March 2019. After taking on iconic roles in Beverly Hills, 90210 and Riverdalehis legacy remains strong. Luke’s family and friends didn’t hesitate to post countless messages about his passing, and we’re taking a look back at those who were closest to him in life, including his ex-wife, Rachel Minnie Sharp. Here are five things you should know about the woman Luke spent 10 years with.
Luke and Rachel met at a restaurant
Luke said they met at a restaurant once. “It’s that simple,” he said, according to People. After dating for two years, they got married in 1993 and divorced 10 years later in 2003.
Beverly Hills, 90210 producer, Aaron Spelling, once called Rachel “good” to Luke
Aaron thought Rachel’s background outside of Hollywood (she once worked as a furniture saleswoman) was what Luke needed. “She’s not in show business. Her head is really on straight,” he said USA today.
Rachel and Luke had two children together
Your eldest son, Jackis now a professional wrestler who goes by the name “Jungle Boy” Nate Coy. Their daughter, Sofiahas traveled the world in her 20s until now, according to her Instagram page.
Rachel became interested in acting at some point in her life
Rachel appeared in the film Teen Wolf 2 but he did not pursue that career. She does have some family history in the films, however. Her father, Alan Sharpwrote the script for the 1983 film, Living Dangerouslystarring Mel Gibson and Sigourney Weaver. Your half-sister, Ruth Emmanuella DaviesShe was also an actress for a brief period.
Rachel and Luke had a small, private wedding
Only 50 guests attended, including family and some of Luke’s friends. Beverly Hills, 90210 castmates. The reception took place at Pinot Bistro in the San Fernando Valley, and after the festivities were over, the then-couple headed to LAX to catch a plane to their undisclosed honeymoon destination.
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