Netflix’s romantic drama, Virgin River revolves around the life of nurse practitioner Mel Monroe, who abandons her life in the city to get a fresh start in life in a close-knit town. The show which premiered in 2019 quickly became popular amongst viewers for its cast chemistry and gripping storyline. Like other amazing shows that started as books, the romantic drama is an adaptation of the Virgin River novels by Robyn Carr. Despite not garnering as much social media buzz as Netflix’s romantic drama Bridgerton, the show has amassed over 2 billion viewing minutes across 30 episodes.
Being a romantic drama, the on-screen chemistry of the cast members in their fantasy relationships leaves viewers wishing it were more than make-believe. But away from the lights, cameras, and action, the show’s stars have unique romantic experiences. Read on to find out the real-life partners of the Virgin River stars.
9 Alexandra Breckenridge Is Married To A Guitarist
On the show, Alexandra Breckenridge portrays Mel Monroe, a nurse who moves to the small town of Virgin River, after losing her husband. In real life, Breckenridge is not a grieving widow looking to heal from the hurt of losing a partner. The show’s star is married to musician Casey Hooper, the lead guitarist of singer Katy Perry. The couple got married in 2015, years after they crossed paths at a Grammy Awards after-party. The couple runs a family of four with a six-year-old son, Jack, and a three-year-old daughter, Billie.
8 Tim Matheson Found Love For The Third Time
Tim Matheson plays Vernon "Doc" Mullins, the small town’s local physician. On the show, the doctor suffers a tumultuous relationship with his wife that almost ended in a divorce. Matheson’s reality is not much different from the character he portrays, except that in reality, the Animal House star has been through two bitter divorces.
Matheson rediscovered love at 70 with script supervisor Elizabeth Marighetto. In 2018, the Animal House star gave marriage a third shot when he tied the knot with Marighetto.
7 Annette O'Toole Gave Love A Second Chance
Annette O'Toole plays Hope McCrea, the wife of physician Vernon "Doc" Mullins. In Virgin River, O’Toole’s character falls in love with her husband again after being separated from him for a while. Much like her character in the series, O’Toole found love again after her divorce from actor Bill Geisslinger. In 1999, the Smile star walked down the aisle for the second time with comedian and musician Michael McKean. The couple who recently celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary became close friends while working on the 1998 lifetime movie, Final Justice.
6 Collin Lawrence’s Wife IS An Actress
The Virgin River preacher and his wife Lucia Walters are the ultimate couple goals. The pair have been married for 24 years, and they have two daughters. The couple’s journey to forever started in college, while they were both studying acting. The duo share a passion for acting and have occasionally starred in acting projects together. The actress joined her husband as a cast member in the third season of Virgin River. However, the Netflix series is not the first time the couple is acting together, they played a small role in Fifty Shades Darker.
5 Ben Hollingsworth Is Married To A Lingerie Designer
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Ben Hollingworth portrays Brady, the ‘bad boy of the Netflix romantic series. Unlike his character on the show, the Canadian actor is a lot calmer in real life. The Code Black star is married to lingerie designer, Nila Myers. The couple got married in 2012, two years after they began dating. The couple who are set to reach the 10-year milestone in their marriage share three children together.
3 Sarah Dugdale Is Dating A Virgin River Alum
On the show, Sarah Dugdale plays Lizzie, Connor’s rebellious niece. The Canadian actress joined the show in its second season, with her character expanding in subsequent seasons. On the show, the Supernatural star was having a hard time getting over her failed relationship with Ricky. However, in reality, Dugdale is head over heels in love with her boyfriend, actor Charlie Nesbitt. It is not clear if the duo met on set, but Charlie Nesbitt appeared on an episode of the show in 2019, at around the same time the actress posted their first picture together.
2 Lauren Hammersley’s Personal Life Is Private
On the show, Lauren Hammersley portrays Charmaine, Jack's on and off girlfriend. The Bloody Mary star has managed to keep her private life away from the public. While the Canadian actress appears to be active on social media, she restricts her content to her dog, lifestyle, travel, family, and job. It is not clear if the actress is single or if she prefers to keep her relationship life private.
1 Martin Henderson Is Keeping His New Relationship Private
Martin Henderson plays Jack Sheridan, a former marine, who runs a bar in the small town. Per Hello, the Gray’s Anatomy star is in a new relationship with a New Zealand-based interior designer. The relationship between the couple appears to be serious as they are reportedly living together on the Great Barrier Island. Unlike in the past when his relationships were highly publicized, Henderson’s love life is currently under the wraps. Although he has never been married, Henderson hopes to tie the knot once he finds the right person.