Bill Murray's wife files for divorce

Couple has been married for nearly 11 years

Image: Bill Murray and his wife Jennifer Butler

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Bill Murray, accompanied by wife Jennifer Butler Murray, arrives for the 76th Academy Awards. On May 12, Jennifer Butler Murray filed for divorce.

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updated 11:15 a.m. ET May 29, 2008

CHARLESTON, S.C. - The wife of entertainer Bill Murray wants a divorce after nearly 11 years of marriage.

Jennifer Butler Murray filed papers May 12th in Charleston County, South Carolina, where she owns a home.

The complaint was first reported by The Post and Courier of Charleston. It alleges abusive behavior, drug and alcohol addiction, and frequent abandonment by the former "Saturday Night Live" star.

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An attorney for Murray says the actor is deeply saddened by the breakup and is committed to the best interests of the couple's four children.

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