One real-life couple actually played lovers on Virgin River—years after saying “I do” in real life!
Love is always in the air on Virgin River, whether it’s the deep connection between Mel and Jack or the enduring relationship of Hope and Doc. But what about behind the scenes? Several cast members have found lasting love off-screen as well. Here’s a look at who’s married (or has been married) in real life.
Alexandra Breckenridge & Casey Hooper
While her character Mel is wrapped up in a heartfelt romance with Jack, actress Alexandra Breckenridge has her own love story with musician Casey Hooper. The pair met in 2012 at a Los Angeles afterparty following the Grammys, where Hooper had performed as Katy Perry’s lead guitarist.
Their relationship blossomed quickly—they got engaged in 2014 and exchanged vows the following year. Since tying the knot in September 2015, the couple has welcomed two children: son Jack in 2016 and daughter Billie in 2017.
“Let me also say that my husband is incredible—I’m a lucky girl!” Breckenridge once said.
Tim Matheson & Jennifer Leak
Tim Matheson’s first marriage was to fellow actress Jennifer Leak, whom he met while filming Yours, Mine and Ours in 1968. The young couple wed that same year but ended their marriage in 1971 after just three years. Sadly, Leak passed away in 2024.
Tim Matheson & Megan Murphy Matheson
Matheson married again in 1985, this time to Megan Murphy Matheson. While details about how they met remain private, the couple shared three children: Molly (born in 1987), Emma (1988), and Cooper (1994). Their marriage ended in 2010.
Tim Matheson & Elizabeth Marighetto
Currently, Matheson is married to Elizabeth Marighetto. The two made their relationship public in 2016 through social media and tied the knot in 2018. They’ve been happily together ever since.
Benjamin Hollingsworth & Nila Myers
Benjamin Hollingsworth, known for his role as Brady, has been happily married to Nila Myers for over ten years. The couple began dating in 2010 and didn’t wait long to make things official—after just a two-month engagement, they married in 2012.
