You might remember actress Anjelica Huston as the iconic Morticia Addams in the beloved The Addams Family franchise, where she shared the screen with Raul Julia, who played Gomez Addams. Their chemistry was electrifying, leaving audiences mesmerized. But off-screen, Anjelica found love with the talented sculptor Robert Graham. Let's dive deeper into the life of this remarkable man who captured her heart.
Getting to Know Robert Graham: Anjelica Huston's Love Story
Before meeting Robert, Anjelica had a long-standing relationship with the legendary Jack Nicholson, lasting from 1973 to 1990. It was a passionate and intense chapter in her life, but after their breakup, she embarked on a new journey. In 1992, just two years after the end of that relationship, Anjelica married Robert Graham, a Mexican-born sculptor who studied at San Jose State University and later honed his craft at the San Francisco Art Institute. His artistic brilliance soon caught the world's attention, and his works graced galleries across the globe.
After tying the knot in 1992, the couple settled into a charming home in Venice, California, which Robert had built in the early ‘90s. Their life together was a harmonious blend of art and love. Anjelica, ever the supportive partner, stood by Robert as he worked on monumental projects, including the breathtaking Great Bronze Doors at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles. Robert even made a cameo appearance alongside Anjelica in the 2004 film The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou. Beyond his artistic pursuits, Robert was also a devoted father to his son, Steven Graham, from his previous marriage to Joey Graham.
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When the spotlight wasn't on them, Robert, affectionately called "Bob" by Anjelica, enjoyed spending time with his wife in more relaxed settings. Horseback riding became one of their shared hobbies after Anjelica purchased a horse ranch in the ‘80s. Robert even bought his own horse, eager to join her in this adventurous pastime.
"He looked so beautiful on the horse. It was as if he was a natural rider," Anjelica fondly recalled in a Vanity Fair interview in February 2010. "So, I took him riding up in the hills, and we found ourselves on the edge of a precipice. And it terrified him! He never rode again. He liked the horse, though. He used to enjoy looking at her."
Robert Graham's Tragic Passing: A Heartfelt Farewell
Tragically, Robert's life was cut short. In the weeks leading up to his death in December 2008, he was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Just a few months later, at the age of 70, he suffered a heart attack. Anjelica opened up about this heart-wrenching chapter during a March 2012 appearance on Piers Morgan Tonight.
"I didn’t know what was going on … He got through nine weeks in the hospital, and then came out and was in rehab and then came home. … Then, he just started to die, and there seemed to be nothing that we could do, just to be there and hold his hand," she tearfully recounted.
Even years after Robert's passing, Anjelica continues to cherish the memories of their 16-year marriage. In a May 2019 interview with Vulture, she expressed her enduring love for him: "I miss Bob a lot. I think about him very often, yes."
