Jacqueline Carlin, Chevy Chase wife; Is she dead? Who are her ex-husbands?

Jacqueline Carlin was an American actress famous for her appearance in Thank God It’s Friday (1978), The Tonight Show Starring Jhonny Carson (1962), and Bronk (1975). She also came to the limelight for her marriage to American actor and producer, Chevy Chase. Besides this, she is also known for her marriage to Terry Melcher. He was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Furthermore, she was the ex-daughter-in-law of the late actress Doris Day.

Jacqueline was notoriously private about her personal life. However, her fans are curious about her early and married life. So, how was her relationship with her ex-husband? Did she share any kids during her multiple marriages?

Likewise, did you know that the actress is no more? How did she die? Today we will answer all of your questions regarding Jacqueline Carlin. Thus, get comfy because this article will uncover some mind-boggling facts about the late actress including her age, career, net worth, and the cause of death.

Jacqueline Carlin Was A New Jersey Native; Information On Her Past Life, Age, And Parents

Jacqueline was born Jacqueline Mary Carlin on November 20, 1942, in Essex Fells, New Jersey, USA. She was the daughter of Edward Walter Carlin and Gertrude Elizabeth Carlin. Carlin would have been 80 years old as of 2023 but sadly passed away on July 1st, 2021.

Regarding her ethnicity, Jacqueline had Caucasian ancestry and was American by nationality. Likewise, she was the second eldest of four siblings. She has three sisters Trudy Rutledge, Pamela Plant, and Charity Walton-Masters, and a brother Edward Carlin.

Her Academic Qualifications

Jacqueline was a well-versed individual. She attended Saint Aloysius grammar school in Caldwell and later joined Mount Saint Dominic Academy in Caldwell for junior and high school. She was a graduate of Immaculata College in Washington, D.C.

Is Jacqueline related to George Carlin?

No, the late celebrity spouse is not related to the late comedian. Rumors of their relationship first came out because of their similar surnames.

Jacqueline Carlin Profession: She Used To Be A Model And An Actress

After completing her college education Jacqueline moved to New York in order to pursue a career in modeling. She joined the Ford Modeling Agency and modeled for multiple brands and had a pretty successful modeling career overall.

Similarly, she has also appeared in a couple of movies and TV series. She first appeared in the TV series Saturday Night Live for seven episodes from 1975 to 1976. Jacqueline later appeared in Bronk as Sarah in 1976. Likewise, after her marriage to Chevy, she made an appearance in The Chevy Chase Show and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson in 1977. Carlin played in the Oscar-winning movie Thank God It’s Friday (1978).

Jacqueline Carlin Was Married Three Times But It All Ended In Divorce

The actress was married to a guy named Peter Byam Cannon. The duo walked down the aisle on 8 January 1966. Everything seemed fine but the pair decided to part ways a few years into their marriage.

Later, Jacqueline met her second husband Chevy Chase who had recently divorced his first wife Susan Herwitt in 1976. It was love at first sight and after dating for a couple of months they decided to get married the same year on 4th December 1976. The duo, however, would be together for the next four years, ending their marriage on 14th November 1980.

It was Jacqueline who filed for divorce from Chevy. She sued her hubby seventeen months after their marriage, citing ‘threats of violence from her husband.’ She even urged the court to keep the comedian away from their house.

The former flames finalized their divorce in 1980 with Carlin getting $400,000 from the divorce settlement.

Similarly, Jacqueline married her third husband Terry Melcher in the early ’80s. They were together for almost two decades but ended their relationship in 1997.

Did She Have Any Children From Her Multiple Marriage?

The late celebrity spouse had a son named Rayn Melcher with her ex-husband Terry Melcher. He was born on May 21 1983 in Los Angeles. When Ryan was 3 years old,  the family of three moved to a guest house of Jacqueline then mother-in-law, Doris Day in Carmel California. The trio lived there until Carlin designed and built their home in Carmel.

Talking about the present, Ryan is a real estate agent working at Luxury Real Estate on the Monterey Peninsula. He is currently engaged to his longtime girlfriend Brittney Giammanco.

Similarly, talking about his relationship with his late mother. The mother-son duo shared a great bond and understanding. During Jacqueline’s first death anniversary, her son took to Instagram to share a post remembering her with a heartfelt message which reads,

“The year leading up to it was a tough year for me and I came apart at the seams several times when I thought I was a lot tougher than that. My friends, family, and girlfriend helped prop me up and take care of my mom in the final months. More than they should have. The whole year was a blur. The people in my life who know my story probably thought I was keeping it together when I wasn’t. “

The end reads,

” I miss you, mom. And I love you to pieces.”

Jacqueline Carlin’s Life After Her Divorce From Terry Melcher

The Thank God It’s Friday actress didn’t marry anyone after her divorce from Terry Melcher. She was single until her death in July 2021. Jacqueline lived with her son Rayn and his fiance Brittney Giammanco in their beautiful home in California.

Melcher was previously married to Melissa E. Brown on 7 February 1974 and divorced in July 1977. He later married Terese Edwards in 1998 and the duo was together until Terry’s death on 19th November 2004. He had been suffering from Melanoma, a type of skin cancer.

Talking about Chevy Chase, he is currently married to Jayni Chase. They walked down the aisle on 19th June 1982. They have three kids Emily Evelyn Chase, Caley Chase, and Cydney Cathalene Chase.

Jacqueline Carlin Cause of Death

The famous actress and model passed away on July 1, 2021, after battling cancer for over a year. She was 78 years old at the time and is survived by her son Ryan and her sister Charity Walton.

According to her family and friends, she loved them dearly and was a great believer in god and active with the church.

Jacqueline Carlin’s Net Worth

Jacqueline had a total net worth of $500,000. She had earned her fortune from her career as an actor and model.

On the other hand, her ex-hubby Chevy Chase has a net worth of $50 million. He has made his earnings from his career as an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer.