Julie Andrews
Julie Andrews
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Personal Life and Relationships

This timeline chronicles the significant relationships and events in Julie Andrews' personal life, including her marriages, family, and personal development.
Birth and Early Family Life
1935
Born Julia Elizabeth Wells to Barbara Ward Wells and George Wells. Her early family life was affected by her parents' divorce.
Adoption by Ted Andrews
Late 1930s
Following her mother's remarriage to Ted Andrews, Julie takes his surname and grows up considering him her father.
Marriage to Tony Walton
1961
Julie Andrews marries Tony Walton, a British set and costume designer. Their marriage is initially a strong partnership, both professionally and personally.
Birth of Daughter Emma Kate Walton
1962
Julie and Tony Walton welcome their daughter, Emma Kate Walton, into the world. Emma later becomes a writer, continuing the family's artistic legacy.
Divorce from Tony Walton
1967
Julie Andrews and Tony Walton divorce. Despite the end of their marriage, they maintain a close friendship and continue to collaborate professionally.
Marriage to Blake Edwards
1969
Julie Andrews marries film director Blake Edwards. Their marriage is a long and supportive partnership, characterized by mutual respect and artistic collaboration.
Step-motherhood to Jennifer and Geoffrey Edwards
1974
Through her marriage to Blake Edwards, Julie became the stepmother to Jennifer and Geoffrey Edwards, Blake's children from a previous marriage.
Family Life with Blake Edwards
1974-2010
Julie and Blake established a rich and complex family dynamic, blending their children and supporting each other's careers.
Adoption of Amy and Joanna Edwards
1983
Julie and Blake adopt two Vietnamese orphans, Amy and Joanna, expanding their family.
Death of Blake Edwards
2010
Blake Edwards passes away, marking a profound loss for Julie Andrews after many years of devoted marriage.
Continued Family Focus
2010-Present
Julie Andrews continues to cherish her relationships with her children and grandchildren, remaining an active and supportive figure in their lives. She frequently collaborates with her daughter Emma on writing projects.