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actor Dean Norris is divorcing his wife of over two decades, Bridget Norris, while managing a Chapter 11 bankruptcy for their California restaurant, TMZ reported on November 4, 2026.
Bridget Norris filed for divorce from the television star in Riverside County, California, in 2025, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. The filing cites irreconcilable differences. The couple married on October 27, 2001, and listed their date of separation as January 15, 2025.
Custody and Support Filings in Riverside County
The couple shares five children, which includes two minors: 17-year-old Zoe and 16-year-old Dean. Court records show Bridget Norris requested joint legal and physical custody of the minor children in her initial petition.
Alongside custody terms, she asked the court for spousal support and a formal determination regarding property rights for assets acquired throughout the marriage. Dean Norris responded to the divorce proceedings months after the initial filing, though the case remains active and unfinalized.
Chapter 11 bankruptcy follows steep revenue decline
Beyond the ongoing divorce, court documents reveal the couple faces significant business debt tied to the Swing Inn Cafe in Temecula, California. Dean and Bridget Norris purchased the local establishment in 2022 and later filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
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Bankruptcy filings attribute the financial strain to a steep $1 million decline in gross revenue between 2024 and 2025. Court paperwork states the business generated around $100K to 500K in assets against liabilities ranging from $1 million to $10 million. Alongside the restaurant, the couple has managed the Norris Performing Arts Center, maintaining a largely private profile regarding their business and family matters over the years.
Common Questions Regarding the Norris Divorce and Bankruptcy
When did Dean and Bridget Norris separate?
Court documents list the official date of separation as January 15, 2025, following a marriage that began on October 27, 2001.
Which court is handling the divorce proceedings?
Bridget Norris filed the initial divorce paperwork in Riverside County, California.
What business is involved in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy?
The couple filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on behalf of the Swing Inn Cafe in Temecula, California, which they purchased in 2022.