Dean Norris Faces Divorce and Restaurant Bankruptcy

Actor Dean Norris is facing divorce proceedings with his longtime wife, Bridget Norris, while the couple also navigates financial difficulties involving their restaurant business in Temecula, California. The divorce case, filed in Riverside County in 2025, remains unresolved, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. Bridget Norris filed the petition, citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for ending their marriage.

She listed October 27, 2001, as their wedding date and January 15, 2025, as their separation date. The couple have five children together, including two minors identified in the filing as Zoe, 17, and Dean, 16. Bridget requested joint legal and physical custody of their children, along with spousal support.

She also asked the court to determine each party's rights to property acquired during the marriage. Court records indicate that Dean later submitted a response, although the divorce had not been finalized at the time of TMZ's report.

Separate financial proceedings involve Swing Inn Cafe, the restaurant Dean and Bridget purchased in 2022. According to court documents, the business is undergoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. Dean disclosed in the bankruptcy filing that the restaurant recorded a $1 million decline in gross revenue between 2024 and 2025. The filing did not establish a definitive reason for the decrease.

The company's bankruptcy documents listed estimated assets of approximately $100,000 to $500,000, compared with liabilities ranging from $1 million to $10 million. These figures indicate the substantial financial obligations facing the restaurant business. Beyond their restaurant operations, Dean and Bridget also manage the Norris Performing Arts Center. The couple have generally kept details of their personal lives private over the years.