Jean Smart feels fortunate to have met her husband, Richard Gilliland, at the right time. He played a vital role in raising their childre... | Instagram
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Richard Gilliland and Jean Smart attend the opening night party for Nicky Silver's "Fit to Be Tied" in New York City on October 20, 1996. Photo Credit: Henry McGee/MediaPunch Stock Photo - Alamy
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Jean Smart says sudden death of husband Richard Gilliland 'changed every moment of my everyday life'
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Richard Gilliland's whirlwind romance on The Waltons later played out in real life behind the scenes of a hit sitcom
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