‘Wow’: Patrick Dempsey, 57, Seen Gray-Haired after He Devoted His Life to 3 Kids & Wife
- "Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey stunned fans as he showed off his entirely silver hair at the Venice Film Festival with his beloved wife.
- Dempsey and his spouse went through a tough time at one point in their marriage when she filed for divorce because he couldn't spend enough time with their kids due to his career.
- He saved his marriage, quit "Grey's Anatomy" and race car driving, and devoted himself to his family.
Hollywood actor Patrick Dempsey, 57, best known for his portrayal as fan favorite Dr. McDreamy on the popular series "Grey's Anatomy," is a loving husband and doting father of three. He and his wife, Jillian Fink, have been married for over 20 years now. However, things were not always smooth sailing for the couple.
In 2015, when the pair had been married for 15 years, Fink filed for divorce. She cited irreconcilable issues as the reason for filing.
Jillian Fink and Patrick Dempsey at the 53rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards in Pasadena, 2001 | Source: Getty Images
According to sources close to the couple, Fink was also fed up with her husband's ego at the time. In addition to claiming that Fink thought his ego was out of control, one of the sources added:
"She's all about the kids."
The statement made by the inside source implied that the actor was not spending enough time with his and Fink's three kids, Talula, Darby, and Sullivan Dempsey. Meanwhile, Patrick decided to do what he could to repair his marriage behind the scenes.
Patrick Dempsey, Jillian Fink, and their kids, Talula, Darby and Sullivan Dempsey at the Scuderia AlphaTauri Launch Event in Salzburg, 2020 | Source: Getty Images
In the same year Fink filed for divorce, Patrick quit "Grey's Anatomy" and pulled back from pursuing his race car driving pursuits to devote himself to his family. Concerning the reason why he decided to save his marriage as opposed to indulging Fink's request for a divorce, Patrick said he was simply not prepared to let go of their union.
He believed the duo did not do everything they could to make their relationship work. Patrick also mentioned that their reconciliation started as a result of both of them wanting to do the work to salvage their marriage.
Patrick Dempsey, Jillian Fink, and their kids, Talula, Darby and Sullivan Dempsey at the world premiere for "Bridget Jones's Baby" in London, 2016 | Source: Getty Images
Though their new beginning meant that Patrick's popular character on "Grey's Anatomy" had to be killed off, which upset fans of the show, the actor was ready to move on. The hectic work schedule the show demanded prohibited Patrick from spending time with his kids, which he found incredibly difficult.
Patrick Dempsey on an episode of "Grey's Anatomy" in 2008 | Source: Getty Images
Although he expressed being grateful to the show for the success he garnered from it, he said being a part of the series came with a cost. After he made his exit, he reported being happier and feeling more relaxed.
Patrick Dempsey at the Gucci Spring 2006 Fashion Show in Beverly Hills | Source: Getty Images
Patrick Dempsey Stunned Fans When He Showed Up to an Event With His Wife and a Fully-Silvered Head of Hair
On Thursday, the couple who repaired their marriage attended the Venice Film Festival for the premiere of Patrick's new movie "Ferrari." Patrick, who looked dapper in a chic black tuxedo, aviator shades, and black dress shoes, walked the carpet with his beloved wife.
Fink also looked amazing while adorning a strapless ivory dress with an accentuated bodice and princess-cut skirt. But, what pleasantly surprised Patrick's fans the most upon seeing the beautiful photos was his fully-silvered hair, which had been dark brown not too long ago.
Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Fink at the 80th Venice International Film Festival in 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Fink at the 80th Venice International Film Festival in 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Many fans commented on how good the "Enchanted" star looks as he continues to age. One Instagram user said: "Wow...just wow," while another gushed:
"Oh sweet Jesus!!!...that man aged like fine wine!"
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
As more comments about how handsome Patrick is ensued, other people complimented how beautiful the couple looked together. Another Instagrammer called the duo:
"A gorgeous couple."
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Fink posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
A screenshot of a comment talking about Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Fink posted on August 31, 2023 | Source: Instagram/popculture
Fans may miss seeing Dr. McDreamy on their screens but are happy to know he is still going strong with his wife. They also praised the dashing dad for still looking incredible and aging well, like fine wine, as some said.
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