One Hollywood Star Overcame Homelessness and $9 Million in Debt After Her Heartbreaking Divorce

This TV star has had several marriages, even though she originally planned to marry only once. Unfortunately, all of her marriages ended in divorce, something she never wanted. However, she has stayed on good terms with all her ex-husbands.

The well-known British actress has been married four times and is a mother to six children, including two stepchildren. After her third divorce, she found herself in financial trouble and without a home, but she managed to overcome these hardships with incredible strength.

With a career that has spanned many years, the veteran actress has performed on Broadway in Amadeus, starred in the movie Live and Let Die, and led the TV show Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. Even with all this success, her greatest pride is her family.

The star’s personal life has been more complicated than her career. While her marriages didn’t last, she remains close friends with all her ex-husbands.

In an interview, she said, “Every. Single. One. I intended to be married forever [each time]. It was my partners who didn’t.”

Her first marriage was to theater director Michael Attenborough from 1971 to 1973. Looking back, she said, “My first marriage, in my opinion, did not count. We were young. He jokes that on our wedding day we knew we were stuck, but it was too late to give the presents back. We still adore each other.”

After her first marriage ended, she married author Geoff Planer in 1977. Their marriage ended just a year later, but they remained close friends. She said, “He is probably one of my closest friends on the planet.”

In 1981, she married businessman David Flynn. They had two children, Sean and Katherine, but divorced in 1992. This divorce marked a major turning point in her life. She later revealed that her ex-husband left her homeless and with around $9 million in debt. “I lost everything,” she shared.

She called her agent, who helped her land a role in a TV movie. “I was homeless, penniless, and I called my agent and said I would do anything. He called the networks, and they said, ‘how about a little movie of the week?'”

She agreed to a role in Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, a Western drama that required her to start filming within 12 hours. She signed a five-year commitment without hesitation.

The show, which began in 1993, changed her life. She explained, “They saved my life,” as it provided financial stability, a home, and a way for her children to do their schoolwork on set.

In 1993, she married film director James Keach. They had twins, Kristopher and John, but separated in 2013 and finalized their divorce in 2015.

Looking back, Jane Seymour explained, “I was married to men who had different issues, and I never ended the marriages — they did, by finding other people!” She called her divorce experiences “painful,” “depressing,” and “anger-making,” but she found wisdom from her mother, who reminded her that “everyone in life faces challenges.”

She added, “The sooner you can accept it, the better for you and others.” She also recognized that balancing work and motherhood was challenging. “Sometimes you may be in a relationship where they would rather that you were there 24/7 and never worked.”

In another interview, Jane revealed her children have always come first, even if it meant turning down roles. “The kids know I would choose family over any role,” she said. She focuses on listening to her children, staying involved, and making sure they know she loves her work but values family most.

The TV star remains close not only with her ex-husbands but also with her stepchildren, Jenni Flynn and Kaelen Keach. She shared that her biggest lesson from past relationships is “to let go. To try to find a way to communicate and keep what was good in the relationship.”

She also emphasized the importance of maintaining harmony for her children’s sake. “I’ve remained friends with my third and fourth husbands, and with their significant others, too. We’ve been able to resume the good parts of the relationship,” she said.

Although her marriages didn’t end the way she wanted, Jane still cherishes the good times and the love shared during those years. She believes her blended family is deeply connected, with all the children treated equally, including her stepchildren Jenni Flynn and Kaelen Keach.

“We don’t use the word stepkids. We do not distinguish,” she said, highlighting the strong bonds between parents and children. She also spoke about co-parenting and the unity that extends to their extended families.

In addition to being a devoted mother, Jane is a proud grandmother. She confessed, “I swore I wasn’t going to be one of those people who can’t stop talking about her grandchildren. But it’s amazing. […] It almost seems more magical than when you had your own children!”

Jane cherishes the time she spends with her grandchildren, even watching Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman with them, and they “just think it’s great.” She also noted the show’s ongoing relevance, addressing issues like racism, bigotry, and immigration, and expressed surprise it hasn’t been revived, calling it “a no-brainer really.”

As she continues to focus on her family and legacy, Jane has found happiness in her personal life. She is currently in a relationship with musician John Zambetti and has no plans to marry again. “There’s no reason. I have a great relationship and financially we’re both independent,” she explained. “More than anything it’s a question of having a partner you love and enjoying the best you can [during] the time we have left.”

Their romance became public in October 2023 when Jane posted a cheerful photo with John, saying, “I’ve never been happier.” A source close to her shared, “Jane has never been happier and lately she just glows.” John, a guitarist in the band The Malibooz, shares her love for fun and adventure, and it has been heartwarming to see them grow closer.

By May 2024, Jane reflected on her happiness, saying, “All I know is that right now, I am very happy. I’m happier than I remember being for as long as I can remember.” She feels content and at peace, surrounded by her family and loved ones.

At 73, Jane embraces aging with gratitude and confidence. She reflected on the loss of friends her age and considers each year an incredible blessing. She has chosen to age naturally, avoiding cosmetic procedures like Botox and peels.

In 2018, at 67, Jane posed for Playboy, becoming the magazine’s oldest featured woman. Having posed for the magazine at 22 and 36, she felt even more empowered at 67, saying, “I feel more comfortable in my own skin than I did then.”

Jane Seymour’s journey shows her strength, gratitude, and commitment to living life fully at every stage. From her successful career to her cherished family and newfound happiness, she continues to inspire with grace and authenticity.