Ron Howard Reveals $800 Wedding with 300 Guests in 1975

Ron Howard, the acclaimed actor and filmmaker known for roles in 'Happy Days' and 'The Andy Griffith Show,' recently reflected on his 1975 wedding to his high school sweetheart Cheryl Alley. The couple held a modest ceremony in Burbank, California, attended by 300 guests including many of Howard's co-stars, with the entire event costing only $800, including Cheryl's dress. Howard shared that Cheryl's father paid for the wedding, and the couple opted for a simple celebration followed by a small champagne punch reception at his parents' home. Despite the simplicity, Howard was confident in his decision to marry Cheryl, although she experienced some anxiety about entering the show business world. The couple, married for over 50 years, have four children and recently commemorated their anniversary with a donation to a local park where they spent time dating. Howard has expressed that their low-cost, intimate wedding was perfect and has stood the test of time.