Ron Howard calls wife ‘good luck charm,’ shares secret to 49-year marriage
Ron Howard, a prominent figure in Hollywood for nearly 70 years, began his career as a toddler, appearing in films and TV shows. His journey to stardom started with his role as Opie on The Andy Griffith Show (1960-1968), supported by his parents from the entertainment industry.
Howard’s career continued to flourish with significant roles in The Music Man (1962) and American Graffiti (1973). In 1974, he became Richie Cunningham on the beloved series Happy Days, which ran until 1984 and inspired several spin-offs.
Howard met his high school sweetheart, Cheryl Alley, in 1970, and they married in 1975. He praised her unwavering support, calling her his “good luck charm.” Recently, he celebrated the 50th anniversary of their first date on Instagram, sharing plans to drive in the same VW Bug they used back then. Cheryl has made cameo appearances in many of Howard’s projects, reinforcing their strong partnership throughout his illustrious career.
