Kjell Rasten Age, Bio, Net Worth, Married, Wife, Death, Kids

The person who suicides dies once, but those they left behind die a thousand deaths. Yes, it is a tragic moment for anyone who loses their closest ones. And, today, we will talk about such a couple who were together for forty years. Production manager Kjell Rasten died by suicide at the age of 78. Kjell and his wife, Maria del Rosario Molina Baeza, professionally known by her stage name, Charo, were married for forty years.

Kjell and his wife, Charo, had one child, named Shel Rasten, the drummer for the heavy metal band ‘Treazen.’ So, how was Kjell Rasten’s personal life? Was he depressed? Let’s know in detail in today’s column.

Kjell Rasten’s Early Life, Career

Kjell Rasten was born on May 1, 1940, in Stockholm, Sweden, under the birth sign of Taurus. As per nationality, he was Swedish. Rasten was a production manager and producer best known for his work for International Championship of Magic (1985), ABC Late Night (1973), and Robert Young with the Young (1973).

Also, he served as her wife’s longtime manager. The couple also appeared in an episode of Celebrity Wife Swap in 2015, where Charo switched places with her Love Boat co-star, Jill Whelan.

Kjell Rasten’s Net Worth

The details about the net worth of late producer Kjell Rasten are unknown. However, he may have amassed a big fortune throughout his career. Also, the information regarding his earnings and salary is not available.

On the other hand, Kjell’s wife, Charo, has over $60 Million as of 2022. She is a Spanish American actress, comedian, and flamenco guitarist. In the late 1960s and 1970s, she frequently appeared as a guest star on Laugh-In, Fantasy Island, The Love Boat, and The Tonight Show, Starring Johnny Carson.

Charo and her late husband, Kjell, were living happily in Beverly Hills in a luxurious house until the death of Kjell.

Know about Kjell Rasten’s Marriage, Wife, and Children

Kjell Rasten married the Cuchi Cuchi girl, Charo, on August 11, 1978, in South Lake Tahoe, California, in a civil ceremony attended by 30 guests. The couple first met at the Golden Globes. As a fact, Rasten soon began working for his wife as her manager.

The couple has one child, a son named Shel Rasten, born in 1981. Shel is the drummer for the heavy metal band Treazen.’ The couple moved to Hawaii to raise her son but eventually moved back to Beverly Hills.

Well, Kjell and Charo were married for over forty years. The lovebirds were never involved in any controversies and rumors during their marital solidarity. They used to attend events, parties, and shows together. In June 2015, Charo appeared in an episode of Celebrity Wife Swap, where she swapped with former Love Boat co-star Jill Whelan. The show also featured her husband-manager, Kjell.

Kjell Rasten’s Death

Sadly, Kjell Rasten died by suicide at 78 in Beverly Hills. As per sources, he suffered from bullous pemphigoid, a rare skin disease, for years and had grown depressed before committing suicide on February 18, 2019.

Beverly Hills police officers arrived at the couple’s home after receiving a 911 call. Charo confirmed Rasten died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in a statement through her representatives. There was no suicide note found.

While speculations continue about why he shot himself, Charo released a statement on her Instagram.