Who is Joanna Moore second husband? Meet Ryan O’Neal

Ryan O’Neal was an American actor and second husband of late actress Joanna Moore.

Born in Los Angeles, he initially honed his skills as an amateur boxer before making the pivotal transition to acting in 1960.

The turning point in O’Neal’s career came in 1964 when he secured the role of Rodney Harrington on the ABC nighttime soap opera Peyton Place.

Venturing into films, O’Neal showcased his acting prowess in a diverse array of roles, earning acclaim for his performances.

Notably, the romantic drama Love Story (1970) stands as a cornerstone in his filmography. His portrayal in the movie garnered him nominations for both the Academy Award for Best Actor and the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama.

O’Neal continued his winning streak with memorable roles in iconic films such as Peter Bogdanovich’s What’s Up, Doc? (1972) and Paper Moon (1973), the latter earning him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.

His collaboration with acclaimed directors extended to Stanley Kubrick’s Barry Lyndon (1975), where he stepped into the shoes of the titular character.

The late 1970s saw O’Neal further diversify his filmography with projects like Richard Attenborough’s A Bridge Too Far (1977) and Walter Hill’s The Driver (1978).

O’Neal graced television screens from 2005 to 2017 with a recurring role in the Fox television series Bones. As Max, the father of the show’s protagonist, O’Neal brought his charisma and experience to a new generation of viewers.

Joanna Moore and O’Neal, got married in 1963, and together they had two children. Their union had been turbulent, leading to a divorce in 1967.

O’Neal passed away on December 8, 2023, at age 82.