Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Hilarie Burton have been one of the most beloved Hollywood couples who have stood the test of time. With their relationship spanning decades and culminating in a beautiful marriage, what many do not realize is that their romance might not have been possible had it not been for a little help from their mutual friend, Jensen Ackles.
The Supernatural star played a pivotal role as a matchmaker, as he introduced the two, setting the stage for the relationship that would blossom into one of the most cherished romances in Hollywood. To this day, the couple remains deeply grateful for bringing them together.
How did Jeffrey Dean Morgan meet his wife, Hilarie Burton?
Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Hilarie Burton have been together for over a decade and share a beautiful family. The couple has been quite open about how they initially crossed paths.
It was their mutual friendship with Jensen Ackles and his wife, Danneel Ackles, that brought them together for the first time. The Ackles couple played cupid in 2009, setting Morgan and Burton up on a blind date at an Irish pub, as per People.
While Jensen Ackles had worked with Morgan on Supernatural, Danneel Ackles had known Burton from their time together on the WB drama series One Tree Hill.
The two hit it off, and their romance blossomed quickly. Less than a year later, they welcomed their first child, Augustus Morgan. Over the years, their bond only grew stronger. In 2018, they welcomed their second child, a daughter named George Virginia.
The following year, in 2019, they made things official, tying the knot in an intimate ceremony surrounded by close friends and their two children. Ackles continued to be a cherished friend, even officiating the wedding alongside The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Hilarie Burton reflected on their first meeting
Both Morgan and Hilarie Burton have fondly looked back at their fateful blind date in 2009. Reflecting on their first meeting, The Walking Dead star shared in an interview with HuffPost Live how his former co-star, Jensen Ackles, played matchmaker.
He said,
I happened to be single, and Jensen said, ‘I’ve got a girl you should meet.’ — So, I went to a bar and met Hilarie there with Jensen and Danneel. The rest is history… We ended up back at my house drinking shots of tequila.
Hilarie Burton has also reminisced about that night, crediting Jensen Ackles and Danneel Ackles for setting her up on the date that left her captivated by Morgan’s charm in a heartfelt Instagram post.
Burton has also spoken about her husband’s undeniable charm that night, recalling, “You were smooth,” as per Business Insider. She continued, “You knew exactly what you were doing, you were really charming.”
Their connection was instant, and their love only deepened over time. In her book, The Rural Diaries, Burton revealed that she knew Morgan was the man she was meant to spend her life with. Despite several challenges, the couple has remained devoted to one another for over a decade, celebrating five years of marriage and raising a beautiful family together.
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