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Delta Burke Net Worth | Husband

Delta Burke Net Worth – $10 million

What is Delta Burke’s net worth? Who is Delta Burke’s husband?

Introduction

Delta Burke (birth name – Delta Ramona Leah Burke) is an American author, entrepreneur, producer, and actress, who is best known for portraying Suzanne Sugarbaker in the series Designing Women.

Biography

Burke was born on July 30, 1956, in Orlando, Florida, USA.

She has a sister, Jennifer, and a brother, Jonathan.

Delta never met her biological father.

She graduated from Colonial High School in Orlando, Florida in 1974. In the same year, Burke won the Miss Florida pageant.

In 1980, Delta had a role in The Chisholms, a CBS western miniseries in which starred Robert Preston.

In 1982, she performed as Kathleen Beck in Filthy Rich, a sitcom television series that satirized prime-time soap operas such as Dynasty and Dallas. 

Designing Women

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From 1986 to 1991, Delta performed as Suzanne Sugarbaker in the American sitcom television series Designing Women.

The show is about a man and four women working together at a design firm in Atlanta.

She was awarded two Emmy nominations for the role. Burke starred in 118 episodes of the series.

In 1991, Burke left the show, following a dispute with producers. Currently, the entire show is available for streaming on Hulu. 

In 1992, she became a blonde for the sitcom Delta. In the show, Burke portrayed an aspiring country music singer.

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In 1998, Burke released a book, named – ”Delta Style: Eve Wasn’t a Size 6 and Neither am I.”

In 2000, Delta had a supporting role in What Women Want, a romantic fantasy comedy film starring Helen Hunt and Mel Gibson. The film grossed $374 million worldwide. It was directed by Nancy Meyers and written by Diane Drake, Cathy Yuspa, and Josh Goldsmith.

In September 2003, Burke performed as Mrs. Meers in Thoroughly Modern Millie, a musical based on the 1967 film of the same name.

Husband

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On May 28, 1989, Delta Burke married Gerald McRaney.

Burke told People about her husband:

”He asked me to marry him on the second date, so we were pretty committed!”

McRaney said:

”I wasn’t going to let her get away. I already had competition.”

Gerald went on to say:

”There were people asking her out on dates, and I was going to move in right away.”

Note – McRaney is an American actor who performed in season eight of Castle. Gerald starred in the final season of Deadwood and in the first season of Jericho. McRaney even made an appearance as a guest star on the television series ”Designing Women.” However, Gerald is best known for his roles in the TV series Promised Land, Major Dad, and Simon & Simon.

During an interview, Burke said about McRaney:

”He loved me when I got as big as a house. He loved me when I was a blonde. He didn’t tell me he hated it until I went back to brunette.”

Delta later added:

”He has loved me through my up times and my down times. He still thinks my body looks great, and I can certifiably tell you it does not!”

Height

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Burke is 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) tall.

Quotes

“I don’t hate myself. I know I have to work on it. I know that I feel very alive.”

“I wanted the pain in my soul to stop. I just wanted the pain to stop.”

“I decided to stop beating myself up and started to give myself credit for maintaining weight.” (source – Eating Well)

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Type 2 Diabetes & Weight Loss

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At age 41, Delta was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Her doctor thought it was caused by her weight gain. Burke ended ”Designing Women” at 215 pounds.

In the second season of Designing Women, she was threatened with dismissal due to her weight, reported LA Times. Delta confessed:

”It has always been my understanding, that the character [her character in Designing Women] is a former beauty queen and has been since the pilot.”

The actress continued:

”I am also a former beauty queen and, coincidentally enough, both Suzanne and I held our last titles 16 years ago.”

Delta added:

”Over a 16-year period, things happen, even to former beauty queens.”

Today, Delta Burke’s weight is about 150 pounds (68 kg).

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Trivia

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She has compulsive hoarding syndrome, a persistent difficulty parting or discarding with possessions due to a perceived need to save them. The American actress said:

”My mom had it, it’s my mother’s fault. She saved the diaper I came home from the hospital in!”

She is a supporter of gay rights.

Other famous American actors are Shecky Greene, Rowan Blanchard, and Teri Copley.

Delta Burke – Net Worth

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So, how much is Delta Burke worth?

Burke earned most of her wealth from performing in over 60 television shows and movies.

Her best lucrative project is Designing Women.

Delta also performed in Counter Culture, Bridal Fever, The Wedding Bells, The Year Without a Santa Claus, Sweet Potato Queens, and Hansel & Gretel.

In addition, Delta owns an antique store in Collins and a clothing company, named – ”Delta Burke Design.” Burke also made some money from selling her book.

Delta and her husband own several houses, including one in New Orleans, Louisiana, one in Telluride, Colorado, and another one in Los Angeles, California.

Therefore, American actress Delta Burke has an estimated net worth of $10 million.

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Lori Sodorff

Wednesday 4th of May 2022

I just saw a commercial for Wounded Worriers with Gerald in it and I wondered what you were up to. Sadly I didn’t find anything current but did discover it is almost your 33 anniversary so I want to wish you and that handsome man of yours a Happy Anniversary. I do wish they would find a show for you. I love your comedic timing. I very happy to learn I can watch DW on Hulu. God bless you and Gerald Peace and Blessings! Lori Sodorff Moscow Idaho

Lori

Monday 15th of November 2021

Delta you were my favorite. For me, I look beyond the person size skinny or fat. I see the person who has a heart, personality, humor, and compassion. Your are still beautiful no matter what size you are. It's inside you that matters in life. I'm 70 now and I know I will never be a size 5 again and don't want to or need too. Like me like I am or not! My husband and I are married 45 years and he is not 180 pounds anymore. We love each other for who we are now and screw any one does doesn't like it. I thank God every single day for just waking up and moving on in life. You and Gerald have a love locked together for life like we do.

Rose Rodriguez

Sunday 1st of November 2020

My sister and I have always loved you. Your joy and kindness always shined through your performances. The reruns of Designing Women are the highlights of our day, thank you so much for being you! God bless and take care of you and Gerald. Rose.

Maree Flores

Monday 5th of October 2020

I am glad the reruns are back! This show is delightful because of the cast but Delta Burke has always stood out! She has a wonderful flair for comedy and it was perfecting casting from the beginning. There was no need to replace her or any cast members and loved it when Gerald came on. Her character portrayed a warm and loving heart especially when it came to her "sister" relationship with Dixie Carter. God bless you Delta and Gerald. A fan forever, Maree

Bambi Jo Price

Wednesday 24th of June 2020

I love you Delta since DW and your weight loss has inspired me as a type II to start my Byetta journey. Hopefully I will be able to lose enough weight to get off meds for this disease. At least that is my long term goal. I hope you find an acting gig which will bring you back to tv again. I miss seeing your beautiful and serene presence as well as your gift for comedy. I loved you with Noelle the pig who says you can't work with animals? They don't mind sharing the stage with US!!