engagement ring he once could not afford. The jewelry was a 1.5-carat emerald piece surrounded by diamonds. It was an emotional and unforgettable day.
Actor Jamie Farr and wife Joy Ann Richards at the 10th Anniversary Party for People Magazine on June 14, 1984 at 20th Century Fox Studios in Century City, California. | Source: Getty Images
The engagement ring was only one out of the many luxuries Farr provided. The comedian purchased a $450,000 property in Bell Canyon Estate for his family.
Actor Jamie Farr speaks at the "Tribute to Johnny Grant" at the Pantages Theatre on March 6, 2008 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Farr also ensured that his kids' rooms looked like Christmas was the previous day. According to the icon, he wanted Jonas and Yvonne to know they were lucky.
Farr joined the cast of "M*A*S*H" in October 1972 as Maxwell Klinger. The actor's character wore dresses to try to convince the army that he was crazy.
Actor Jamie Farr with his family, visiting the Tower of London on a visit to Britain, August 14th 1980. | Source: Getty Images
The transvestite spice in his character was one of the multiple reasons viewers remained captivated. Even when he made public appearances during his nightclub acts, people almost demanded that he include the transvestite aspect in his routines.
But, overall, Farr garnered a lot of die-hard fans, including women who fawned over him. The entertainment icon once confessed:
"Those women go crazy for me. They run to me at airports or wherever and kiss me."
Actor Jamie Farr arrives for the 2007 Hollywood's Santa Parade at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel on November 25, 2007 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Although the fans acted out of love, to Richards, it was "hilarious" seeing women go crazy about her husband. Farr once recalled when a woman stopped nursing her baby because she wanted an autograph from the actor.
On another occasion, he had to sign about 700 autographs before escaping the numerous female fans that once surrounded him in his hometown in Toledo, Ohio. Nevertheless, Farr made it known that he did not mind, as he loved the attention he got from the women.
Farr and Richards' marriage is one that many young couples look up to. The lovebirds have been married for more than five decades and currently show no signs of parting ways anytime soon.
Actor Jamie Farr and wife Joy Ann Richards at the premiere of The Four Seasons on May 21, 1981 at Loew's Tower East Theater in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
In February 2023, Farr and Richards will hit an incredible milestone in their union with 60 years of marital bliss, and fans cannot be happier for the duo.
In the six decades they have been together, Farr and Richards have seen it all. But ultimately, they have a lot to be grateful for. Not only are they parents to two successful children, but they are also grandparents.
In addition, Farr appears to be in good health. Despite being in his late eighties, the actor still has an active movie career. He is currently the oldest living "M*A*S*H" regular cast member, following the death of William Christopher in 2016.
Overall, Farr is doing quite well for his age. In February 2022, the actor sat down for an interview with Rob Kelly, one of the organizers of "The Fire and Water Podcast," and Farr looked strong and great.
The pair talked about various issues, including Farr's time on "M*A*S*H," and the viewers could not get over how outstanding the actor was.
Hopefully, Farr remains strong for a long time and continues to put smiles on the faces of his fans, friends, and family.
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