The Life of Hollywood Actress Susan Sarandon

In 1979, her divorce from Chris Sarandon was finalized, legally ending their marriage after more than a decade together. The couple had married in 1967 while attending The Catholic University of America. Despite the divorce, she continued to use the surname Sarandon professionally.

The formal end of the marriage closed a chapter that had begun before her acting career took shape. By 1979, she had already established herself in film and television. Keeping the Sarandon name ensured continuity in her growing public identity and professional recognition.