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Introduction :
- Paula Harwood, now in her late sixties, is famous for being the mega supportive wife of Hollywood actor Peter Gallagher.
- She is also a former TUFTS alumni and amateur dramatics actor.
- Besides being a rock for her hubby Gallagher and their celebrity children, she is a charity supporter and campaigner in her own right.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Paula Harwood or Paula Harwood-Gallagher is known for having a close-to-perfect, lasting marriage to Peter Gallagher, the Hollywood actor, best known for his roles in the ‘O.C,’ ‘American Beauty’ and ‘While you Were Sleeping.’
- The couple Is much appreciated because such long marriages are rarely seen in Hollywood today.
- Paula and Peter live in the Brentwood district of Los Angeles, California.
- Living in LA, they also raised their children, James Gallagher, 28, who is a director and producer, and Katheryn Gallagher, 25, who is a singer/ songwriter with two albums to her name.
- Paula has become equally supportive of her children’s careers as she is off Peter’s and often uses Twitter (now called X) to discuss their work under her handle @GallaghersMaw.
Early Life and Education :
- As a very private person, little is known about Paula’s childhood, although we do know, almost comically, that her parents’ names were Paul and Paulette Harwood!
- Paula was a proud student at TUFT’S University, Medford, a privately funded research University, and met Peter Gallagher there, who was also a student in her intake.
Profession : Career, Salary and Net Worth
- Paula has famously supported Peter Gallagher’s career through his Hollywood acting roles, Broadway Musicals, and writing assignments.
- Peter himself is quick to suggest in interviews that his wife is always supportive of his decisions and encourages him when he has doubts about roles or nerves on opening nights.
- The couple got married on May 7, 1983, several years after first meeting at university, and their marriage has lasted magnificently for over 35 years.
- As well as using her Twitter (now called X) feed to promote her husband’s and children’s careers, Paula likes to endorse and raise awareness of many of the charities closest to her heart.
Interesting Facts and Trivia :
- The marriage of Paula Harwood and Peter Gallagher is seen in many circles as being the real thing, as true everlasting love. Not only is it seen as remarkable that the couple have managed to renew their vows, remain married for many years and, especially on Paula’s side, act in complete unselfish support of each other.
- When asked what they like to do in their spare time, both Paula and Peter are often quoted as saying, relaxing, cooking, watching TV and reading, and generally doing the boring things most married couples do!