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Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt. | Source: Getty Images
Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt. | Source: Getty Images

Sunshine Deia Tutt Is Chris Kattan's Ex-wife He Separated from after Only 8 Weeks of Marriage

Christell Fatima M. Tudtud
Nov 16, 2022
12:15 A.M.

Many people were curious about Chris Kattan's wife, Sunshine Deia Tutt. The lightning-fast romance between the famous comedian and Tutt caused some people to raise their eyebrows.

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Comedian and actor Chris Kattan became a household name as a brilliant cast member of the longest-running television show, "Saturday Night Live." From 1996 to 2003, he demonstrated his comic prowess on TV for eight seasons.

He was famous not only for making people laugh but also for other things – Kattan was also notable for the numerous women he had dated. One of the veteran comedian's most unexpected encounters was Sunshine Deia Tutt.

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the 2006 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 5, 2006, in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the 2006 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 5, 2006, in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

Sunshine Deia Tutt Is a Model with Some Acting Credits

Tutt found success in the entertainment industry the same way Kattan did. Born on September 23, 1976, in Brownsville, Texas, Tutt rose to prominence in the film "Monkeybone," starring actor Brendan Fraser.

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She was also one of the models carrying briefcases on the popular game show "Deal or No Deal." Although her modeling career was brief, she made more appearances on the small screen.

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt walk the runway for the Johnnie Walker presents "Dressed to Kilt" on October 14, 2006, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt walk the runway for the Johnnie Walker presents "Dressed to Kilt" on October 14, 2006, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

She appeared in the TV show "Reel Comedy," where she played the character Sue Charlton. She starred as herself in "Sunset Tan," a reality series focusing on employees' lives in a tanning salon in Los Angeles.

Tutt first met Kattan at a birthday party in Los Angeles in 2005. Little was known about the couple's romance, but it was reported that Kattan started dating the stunning model soon after they crossed paths.

Kattan has been known for dating famous women since 1991.

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Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the 4th Annual "Night Before" party in Beverly Hills Hotel on March 4, 2006, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the 4th Annual "Night Before" party in Beverly Hills Hotel on March 4, 2006, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan Once Joked about His Special Proposal

Kattan took everyone by surprise when he announced, through his representative, his engagement to Tutt on Christmas Eve in Gainesville, Texas, at her grandparents' residence.

The proposal was unusual as the renowned funnyman covered the engagement ring in a poorly wrapped and cheap box. Even though he had planned a romantic proposal for the special occasion, he found the odd surprise amusing.

He joked that he had approached a few musicians like U2's lead vocalist Bono, hitmaker Justin Timberlake, and one of the members of the pop band Hanson about participating in his sweet surprise proposal for Tutt. He claimed they all declined to participate.

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Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the Giorgio Armani Celebrates 2007 Oscars on February 24, 2007, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the Giorgio Armani Celebrates 2007 Oscars on February 24, 2007, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Kattan and the stunning model tied the knot in June 2008 at an environment-friendly wedding ceremony in Yosemite Valley, California, in front of their close friends and families.

In addition to having their families at their special occasion, Kattan's celebrity friends, such as Brooke Shields, Charlie Sheen, Will Ferrell, and Jimmy Fallon, also attended the special day. All guests received environment-friendly gift bags.

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt arrive at the GQ Magazine Celebrate the 2005 Men of the Year party on December 1, 2005, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt arrive at the GQ Magazine Celebrate the 2005 Men of the Year party on December 1, 2005, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

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Chris and Sunshine's Marital Happiness Didn't Last Long

After eight weeks of their union, Tutt and Kattan's relationship had already soured. Their representative announced they were no longer together in August 2008 but provided no explanation for the split.

Furthermore, the couple's representative at the time stated they had no intention of divorcing. Tutt, on the other hand, benefited financially from her ex-husband, according to her lawyer, Ronald Richards. He added:

"My client is very relieved that she can leave this two-month marriage with some resources that will allow her to rebuild her life."

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend HBO's 2007 Golden Globe After Party at Beverly Hilton on January 15, 2007, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend HBO's 2007 Golden Globe After Party at Beverly Hilton on January 15, 2007, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Meanwhile, a Los Angeles court judge signed a divorce document in October 2008, stating that the couple's divorce would be effective in February 2009. Kattan and Tutt divorced due to "irreconcilable differences."

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There were no details provided about the former pair's settlement. Tutt's lawyer also stated that the fashion model received a low-six-figure sum following the divorce.

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the Weinstein Co. Golden Globe after party at Trader Vic's on January 16, 2006, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan and Sunshine Deia Tutt attend the Weinstein Co. Golden Globe after party at Trader Vic's on January 16, 2006, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

Chris Kattan Dated Several Famous Women in the Past

Chris Kattan has been known for dating famous women since 1991. At first, he was romantically involved with actress and model Jessica Gimenez and then with comedy star Jennifer Coolidge in 2001.

Following his relationship with Coolidge, which was mainly brief, the former "SNL" co-star began dating fellow comedian and actress Maya Rudolph. However, his relationship with Rudolph was short as well.

Kattan has kept his romantic life private since the end of his marriage to Tutt. However, in 2019, Kattan dated model Cheyenne Gordon, whereas Tutt's love life remains a mystery.

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