Death, Sex & Money Maria Bamford Isn't Ready to Joke About Her Divorce
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Jan 27, 2026 Maria Bamford, comedian and memoirist known for candid, intimate comedy, talks about her recent separation, a documentary made about her, and losing her neighborhood to the Altadena wildfires. She describes evacuating with her dogs, insurance and housing headaches, and how crises changed her relationships and material. Short, frank, and occasionally funny reflections on starting over.
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Not Ready To Joke About Divorce
- Maria Bamford hasn't yet joked about her divorce on stage because she can't bear audience sympathy reactions.
- She says it will take practice before she can say it without wanting to hug everyone.
Separation Amid Wildfires
- Maria describes separating from her husband after 11 years and calling it amicable conscious uncoupling.
- She also recounts the wildfires that destroyed much of her neighborhood while her house survived.
Use A Public Adjuster After Disaster
- Hire a public adjuster after a disaster to negotiate with insurance and recover more than you could alone.
- Expect to pay 10–20% of the recovery as the adjuster's fee.
