Barbara Eden Found Happiness in Marriage, Helping Her Cope with Son’s Death – She Still Amazes Fans with Her Looks

Barbara Eden lost her son at the age of 35. She managed to get through the loss thanks to her husband and their “happy marriage.” Now, at 92, she still travels with her beloved husband and leads an active life.

Barbara Eden was launched into widespread fame with the TV show “I Dream of Jeannie.” The 91-year-old actress spent more than six decades working in Hollywood and has no plans to slow down.

Although she had a highly successful acting career, Barbara’s life wasn’t without significant personal and professional challenges. After the hit show ended, Barbara faced a series of tragic events, the least of which was two divorces.

Barbara and her first husband, Micheal Ansara, tried for years to conceive a child to no avail. Finally, they had some good news after seven years of trying. They heard Barbara had fallen pregnant, and on the very day “I Dream of Jeannie” was sold.

But a long and happy marriage takes work, and Barbara has put in her fair share of effort.

Although she was over the moon, Barbara thought the show’s producers would want to replace her. To her surprise, they decided to continue filming even though she was pregnant, so she shot a large part of the show while expecting.

Barbara shared that motherhood was the most beautiful thing she had ever experienced. She adored being a mom, and her baby boy, Matthew Ansara, was healthy and strong. However, as Matthew grew older, things took a dark turn.

Matthew formed a substance abuse habit, much to Barbara and Micheal’s shock. At the time, though, they didn’t recognize the symptoms, and Matthew was too young to understand the extent of his addiction.

Barbara remembered Matthew started sleeping much more, and his temper became unpredictable. She and Micheal were dumbfounded. Matthew didn’t seek help, and the addiction became worse over time.