Purcell brought four children from a previous marriage with Rebecca Williamson to the relationship.
He and Williamson tied the knot in 1998 but divorced amicably in 2007.
On February 15, 2024, Purcell posted aphotographof him and his kids when they were much younger.
He proudly wrote, “Been a dad now for 23 years.
It’s that simple.”
Very proud of the young adults you all now have become.
Very proud and extremely thankful.
One of four of the brat pack I’m dad too.
“Nah, I don’t want my kids to become actors.
I don’t place restrictions on my kids' dreams.”
So far, she has one acting credit: the 2024 short film, “Amos' Bride.”
Best thing ever….My eldest Joe.
He’s got it goin on.
Yeah he’s a better surfer than me."
Clearly, his other son, Augustus “Gus” Purcell, was busy elsewhere.
to which dad lovingly wrote, “Got his dad’s mouth that’s my boy.”
Boys stay away."
It doesn’t get better than that."
They’ve all kept me accountable and responsible.
Yeah I’ve had my wild days, but in the end it’s about them.
It always has been.
