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Jennifer Tilly Reveals Lucrative 'Simpsons' Divorce Settlement on RHOBH

The actress disclosed details of her financial arrangement with late ex-husband Sam Simon, co-creator of 'The Simpsons,' during a recent episode of 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.'

  • Jennifer Tilly shared on 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' that her divorce settlement included a share of royalties from 'The Simpsons,' which has provided her significant ongoing income.
  • Tilly was married to Sam Simon, co-creator of 'The Simpsons,' from 1984 to 1991, receiving 30% of residuals from his profits on the show in their divorce agreement.
  • Simon, who passed away in 2015, left the show after its fourth season but retained producer credits and substantial royalties from syndication and merchandise.
  • The actress, known for her roles in 'Bride of Chucky' and 'Bullets Over Broadway,' expressed gratitude for the settlement, noting the show's unexpected longevity and cultural impact.
  • Beyond her acting career, Tilly has built additional wealth as a professional poker player and is now a cast member on the 14th season of 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.'
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