These ‘Game of Thrones’ Characters’ Real-Life Partners Will Blow Your Mind

It’s safe to say that right now, we’re in the thick of all things Game of Thrones. If you’re as obsessed with this legendary show as the rest of us, you know all there is to know about the characters and plot lines.

What you may not know, though, is who your favorite Lords and Ladies are matched up with in real life, and the truth will rock your world…

Kit Harrington & Leslie Rose

Jon Snow and Dany might be the power couple you’ve always wanted, but Kit has chosen another lover in the real world, and it just so happens that she was a past love interest on the show, too. Ygritte, a Wildling woman on GOT, played by Leslie Rose, is Jon Snow’s real-life partner. Plot twist!

Peter Dinklage & Erica Schmidt

Tyrion Lannister is a legendary character on the show. In life, he is married to actress, Erica Schmidt.

Kristofer & Gry Molvær Hivju

Tormund Giantsbane is married to journalist Gry Molvær. Two tall gingers = one epic power couple.

Jason Momoa & Lisa Bonet

Khal Drogo was an epic, albeit short-lived, character on Game of Thrones, and his marriage to Lisa Bonet is pretty epic, too. Together they have two children who are just as wild and awesome as the Dothraki.

Ed Sheeran & Cherry Seaborn

Ed Sheeran had a short-lived role on GOT as a Lannister soldier. He married his childhood sweetheart in February of 2018.

Gwendoline Christie & Giles Deacon

Recently Knighted, Brienne of Tarth, is married to designer, Giles Deacon. A seemingly odd couple, and honestly, our hearts are still kind of pulling for her to end up with Jaime Lannister.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau & Nukâka

Sir Jaime is married to singer, Nukâka, which is certainly an upgrade from marrying his sister. Together they have two daughters.

Iain Glen & Charlotte Emmerson

Ser Jorah Mormont, one of the most valiant and honorable characters of GOT, is married in real-life to actress Charlotte Emmerson.

Carice van Houten & Guy Pearce

Melisandre, a Red Priestess, known for her magical abilities and her revival of Jon Snow, is married to actor Guy Pearce in the real world. Together they have a young baby.

Maisie Williams & Ollie Jackson

Maisie has long been tied to beau, Ollie Jackson, although recently she’s been seen holding hands with Reuben Selby in New York. Whoever she’s dating, they better respect all that bada$$ that is Arya Stark.

Jacob Anderson & Aisling Loftus

Beloved Greyworm married actress, Aisling Loftus last year. Only question is: does Missandei know about this?

Sophie Turner & Joe Jonas

Sansa Stark, played by the hilarious and beautiful, Sophie Turner, has a high profile fiancé in Joe Jonas. This power couple has been all over the tabloids as they take the entertainment world by storm.

Liam & Colette Cunningham

Davos Seaworth, the former smuggler, has been an important supplemental character for the long haul throughout the series. In his real life, he’s married to Colette Cunningham.

Aidan Gillen & Camille O’Sullivan

Lord Petyr Baelish, also known as the ultimate rat, Littlefinger, is married to singer Camille O’Sullivan in the real world. Let’s just hope he’s not as manipulative in his everyday life.

Natalie Dormer & Anthony Byrne

Margaery Tyrell, the beautiful and rather smart former Queen Consort of King’s Landing, is currently married to director, Anthony Byrne. Let’s hope he’s a lot nicer than King Joffrey.

Michiel Huisman & Tara Elders

Daario Naharis, while a smaller character in the grand scheme of the show, served as Daenerys Targaryen’s advisor and enforcer for a relatively short time. He is currently married to Dutch actress, Tara Elders.

Jonathan Pryce & Kate Fahy

The High Sparrow who served some painful vengeance to Queen Cersei in the name of the church, is married to Kate Fahy.

Lena Headey and Dan Cadan

Queen Cersei wed Dan Cadan in 2018. He is a writer, director, and actor. Does Jaime know?

Alfie Allen & Allie Teilz

With quite possibly one of the wildest and heart-wrenching character arcs, Theon Greyjoy’s evolution throughout the show has been nothing short of inspiring. Alfie Allen, in his real life, is dating Allie Teilz. They welcomed their first child in late 2018.

John Bradley & Rebecca April

The well-loved Samwell Tarly has come through time and time again for pal, Jon Snow. John Bradley is currently dating Rebecca April, an MTV International Movies & Gaming Editor.

Nathalie Emmanuel & Alex Lanipekun

Missandei, former slave to the masters of Astapor, is now Daenerys Targaryen’s right-hand woman, and Greyworm’s love interest. In real life, however, Nathalie is dating British actor Alex Lanipekun.

Iwan Rheon & Zoe Grisedale

Ramsey Bolton embodied all that was evil in the realm on Game of Thrones, and suffered a painful yet deserved death. Iwan has been with his girlfriend, Zoe, for four years now.

Gemma Whelan & Gerry Howell

Gemma plays the strong and able Yara Greyjoy in Game of Thrones. Gemma is dating Gerry Howell, a comedian and writer.

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson & Kelsey Henson

The Mountain is a massive human being in real life, too. His wife, Kelsey is just 5’2″ while Hafþór is 6’9″.

Richard Dormer & Rachel O’Riordan

Beric Dondarrion was brought back to life by Melisandre in GOT to serve a greater purpose. In his real life, he’s happily married to Rachel O’Riordan.

Sean Bean & Ashley Moore

Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell suffered a pivotal death in Game of Thrones, one that led to the development of all that is Arya Stark. In his real life, he got another chance at love, in fact, he got a fifth chance and is currently married to Ashley Moore.

Mark Addy & Kelly Biggs

King Robert Baratehon on the other hand, has long been married to Kelly Biggs. Let’s all hope she’s nothing like twisted Cersei.

Pilou Asbæk & Anna Bro

Euron Greyjoy is a power-seeking savage from the Iron Islands in Game of Thrones, is his real life he’s married to actress, Anna Bro.

David & Rosanna Bradley

Walder Frey was a wicked man, who Arya quickly crossed off her life. David Bradley, however, is still kicking and married to his lovely wife, Rosanna.

Kate & Kenny Dickie

Lysa Arryn was a bit of a hot mess who Littlefinger easily manipulated. She is married to Kenny Dickie.

James & Kate Faulkner

Randyll Tarly, Samwell’s father, died defending his honor at the hands of Daenerys. James Faulkner, on the other hand, is married to his longtime love, Kate.

Tom and Laura Hopper

Dickon Tarly suffered the same fate as his father, although, he was much more kind to Samwell, it was his honor and devotion to his house that led to his demise. Tom and Laura Hopper are a beautiful power couple in real life.

Sean Astin & Christina Harrell

Many fans of Game of Thrones also love the fantasy of Lord of the Rings. Some of the LOTR characters are also in interesting relationships. Take Sam for example, played by actor Sean Astin—he’s married to long-term love Christina Harrell.

Billy Boyd & Allison McKinnon

Billy Boyd played Pippin in LOTR, and while people have speculated about his sexuality, he is married to Allison McKinnon.

Cate Blanchett & Andrew Upton

Kate Blanchett played Galadriel in the epic trilogy, and her husband, Andrew Upton, was a huge supporter.

Orlando Bloom & Katy Perry

Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry have a pretty public rollercoaster of a relationship. Bloom played Legolas in LOTR.

Andy Serkis & Lorraine Ashbourne

Andy played the iconic voice of Gollum. He’s married to Lorraine Ashbourne, an English stage and screen actress.

Sir Ian Holm & Sophie de Stempel

Sir Ian is known for his role as Bilbo Baggins. He married artist, Sophie de Stempel, in 2003.

Liv Tyler & Dave Gardner

Actress Liv Tyler, the daughter of Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler, played Arwen in LOTR. She’s currently married to sports agent, Dave Gardner.

Hugo Weaving & Katrina Greenwood

Elrond, played by Hugo Weaving has been married to Katrina Greenwood since 1984.

Emma Watson & Brendan Wallace

Another beloved fantasy film and book series, Harry Potter, is overflowing with major stars. Hermione Granger, played by the powerhouse Emma Waston, is last known to be dating Brendan Wallace, the co-founder and managing partner of Fifth Wall Ventures Management, a venture capital firm.

Fiona Shaw & Sonali Deraniyagala

Petunia Dursley, Harry Potter’s wicked Aunt, is married to Sonali Deraniyagala.

Matthew Lewis & Angela Jones

Neville Longbottom, the beloved hero we never knew we needed, is not only a heartthrob in real life, but is also married to the beautiful Angela Jones.

Alan Rickman & Rima Horton

The late Alan Rickman played the iconic role of Professor Snape. He was married to Rima Horton, but unfortunately passed from cancer in 2016.

Oliver Phelps & Katy Humpage

George Weasley, one of the hilarious Weasley twins keeps it low key in his real life. He is married to Katy Humpage.

Christina Hendricks & Geoffrey Arend

Another iconic series, Mad Men, threw Christina Hendricks into major stardom. Her husband, Geoffrey Arend, is an actor, known for his role in Body of Proof.

Judd Apatow & Leslie Mann

Judd and Leslie are a pretty iconic couple who frequently work on a number of projects together. With Judd directing and Leslie acting, they’re quite a hilarious power couple.

Andy Samberg & Joanna Newsom

Funny man, Andy Samberg, is married to the beautiful Joanna Newsom. They recently welcomed their first child into the world.

David Cross & Amber Tamblyn

This odd couple is probably at the top of the mismatched list. Actress Amber Tamblyn, is married to Arrested Development star, David Cross. They met on a flight.

Dax Shepard & Kristen Bell

This endearing couple does it all with hilarious relatability. Dax is an actor and hosts a popular podcast, while Kristen is an actress known for roles in Frozen and The Good Place.

Seth Green & Clare Grant

Seth Green, best known for his roles in the American Pie films, is married to the beautiful Clare Grant.

Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed

Kiss frontman, Gene Simmons, has a beautiful wife in Shannon Tweed. Rockstars always get the girls.

Harrison Ford & Calista Flockhart

Harrison Ford is married to the powerhouse actress, Calista Flockhart.

Michael J Fox & Tracy Pollan

Michael J Fox is married to Tracy Pollan. Through his health struggles she has been his rock.

Alfonso Ribeiro & Robin Stapler

Everyone’s favorite prep, Alfonso Ribeiro, is married to Robin Stapler, and they have two beautiful children together.

Richard Gere & Alejandra Silva

Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva have quite an age gap. Gere is 69, while Silva is 35. Age aside, they welcomed a child together not long ago.

Jeff Goldblum & Emilie Livingston

Jeff Goldblum hit the wife jackpot in former dancer and retired Olympic Rhythmic gymnast, Emilie Livingston. Together they have two sons.

Elvis & Priscilla Presley

Elvis and Priscilla were an iconic couple. They met while Elvis was deployed in Germany. She moved to the states in ’63 and they got married in ’67.

Eric & Jesse James Decker

Former NFL star, Eric Decker, is a heartthrob all on his own. It’s not wonder he was able to scoop up the gorgeous country singer, Jesse James.

Kobe & Vanessa Bryant

Former NBA star, Kobe Bryant, and his wife, Vanessa, are the lucky parents of 3 little girls with a 4th on the way.

Larry the Cable Guy & Cara Whitney

Larry the Cable Guy is a redneck riot. He married Cara Whitney in ’05 and really won the wife lottery.

George & Amal Clooney

George Clooney out-kicked his coverage when he wed international lawyer, Amal. Now, they are parents to twins and are taking on the world together.

Steve & Nancy Carell

Steve Carell is beloved by Hollywood. He is married to Nancy, the love of his life.

Steve Harvey & Marjorie Elaine

Steve Harvey married the beautiful Marjorie in 2007, making it Steve’s third marriage.

Will & Jada Pinkett Smith

Will and Jada are a power couple. From films to TV and working on producing their own projects, they are truly Hollywood royalty. They wed in ’97, which was Will’s second marriage.

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