Two of a kind. Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Brad Hall made names for themselves by making people laugh, and their inclination for humor is likely a key factor in the success of their four-decade relationship.
The Seinfeld alum and the former “Weekend Update” anchor met in college in the 1980s. As both of their careers took off, they remained on parallel paths, landing jobs at Saturday Night Live.
“He was gorgeous. He looked like Björn Borg or something,” Louis-Dreyfus told The New Yorker in December 2018 of her husband. “I remember thinking early on that this was the guy for me, but I didn’t dare tell anyone, for fear they would say, ‘That’s ridiculous. You’re so young — you don’t know what you’re talking about.’ So I kept that little secret close to my heart.”
The couple ultimately made things official in 1987, and in the 1990s, they became parents of sons Henry and Charlie.
Hall attempted to explain the secret to their lasting marriage to The New Yorker. “The lucky thing is that Julia’s never been that interested in,” he began before she jokingly interjected, “Other men?”
The Single Guy creator then deadpanned, “In other men. She’s cheated so little. … I mean, comparatively.” On a more serious note, he later noted that Louis-Dreyfus has “never been interested in the trappings” of Hollywood.
The duo’s relationship weathered a trying time after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in September 2017. However, Hall stayed by her side throughout her illness and continued to support her when she returned to the set of Veep.
“She was really happy to get back to work — she loves that, and the show and the character,” the director exclusively told Us Weekly in March 2019. “It’s a real family, this show.”
While Hall was ready for Veep to end in 2019, he understood Louis-Dreyfus’ attachment to the gig. “Well, I get my wife back!” he noted. “But it’s such a once-in-a-lifetime thing for Jules, so I’m totally thrilled. But yeah, it’s bittersweet.”
As for what the twosome planned to do once she wrapped the show, the writer quipped that they needed to get to know each other again. “It’s been about six years, and I remember her from then and she was great!” he joked. “So I’m assuming she hasn’t changed very much.”
Scroll through the gallery below to revisit Louis-Dreyfus and Hall’s relationship timeline through the years.
The pair met when they were students at Northwestern University. Louis-Dreyfus joined the Practical Theatre Company, a group that was cofounded by Hall. “It was still common for people to say, ‘Boy, it sure is hard to find a funny girl,’” he recounted to The New Yorker in 2018. “It was, like, completely an accepted idea: There are fewer women in comedy because women aren’t as funny as men.” BEI/Shutterstock
Louis-Dreyfus and Hall were cast on Saturday Night Live in season 8. He served as a “Weekend Update” anchor but left the show after two seasons. After dropping out of college to join the series, she stayed on through season 10, departing in 1985. David Bookstaver/AP/Shutterstock
The New Adventures of Old Christine alum and the Watching Ellie creator got married on June 25, 1987. The ceremony took place in Santa Barbara, California, at a church where his father was a minister. Berliner Studio/BEI/Shutterstock
Louis-Dreyfus gave birth to the couple’s first child, son Henry, on July 1, 1992. Andy Kropa/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
The Veep alum and Hall welcomed their second child, son Charlie, on May 30, 1997. Louis-Dreyfus continued acting while raising their sons. Though she previously confessed to WebMD that the work-life balance was “hard to pull off,” she had no regrets. “Maybe it was good for these two little boys to see their mother working and having a fulfilling career,” she said. “And I am in no way disparaging women who stay at home. … We beat ourselves up no matter what we choose.” Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
Hall told Grist in August 2003 that he and the actress bonded over skits that “parodied the problems of the day” during college. “Ha! I don’t even remember those skits,” she chimed in. “I was about 19 at the time and had fallen head over heels in love with Brad. He was a senior with a big old beard and Jesus hair. I may have been just taking his word for it at that point.” Matt Baron/BEI/Shutterstock
The duo celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in June 2007. Peter Brooker/Shutterstock
Louis-Dreyfus reflected on working with Hall as they released the short film Picture Paris in April 2012. “The reality is that we really collaborate on everything,” she told HuffPost. “And we have worked with each other a number of times in the past, but this was particularly elevating and thrilling because we were calling the shots. We both felt like we were back in Chicago doing theater — like we were 25 or 30 years ago. We were our bosses then, and if he was happy and I was happy, we’d move on together. This had a very indie feeling and I loved it. It was a very exhilarating experience.” Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
The Emmy winner revealed when she knew Hall was The One during an April 2013 appearance on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson. “There were a couple of moments — some of which I will not share,” she said. “But I would say that I knew almost immediately. It’s really the truth.” Todd Williamson/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
Louis-Dreyfus and Hall continued to collaborate together when she starred on Veep from 2012 until 2019. In May 2016, she paid tribute to her husband via Instagram as an episode aired that he directed. Courtesy of HBO
The Downhill star announced in September 2017 that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. “1 in 8 women get breast cancer. Today, I’m the one,” she shared via Instagram at the time. “The good news is that I have the most glorious group of supportive and caring family and friends, and fantastic insurance through my union. The bad news is that not all women are so lucky, so let’s fight all cancers and make universal health care a reality.” Hall was by her side throughout her treatments. Louis-Dreyfus told The Associated Press in September 2018 that she felt “strong” after her health battle. Jim Smeal/Shutterstock
The producer reflected on his wife’s cancer in March 2019, telling Us that it was “very challenging” but “in the end, she came out so well.” “We’re so blessed and grateful, she’s got great health care. … That, for us, was a wakeup call,” he continued, adding that the health scare made them appreciate life more. “Definitely you go, ‘This isn’t a permanent condition, life.’ And so you do sort of take stock.” Alex Berliner/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
Louis-Dreyfus marked her 34th anniversary with Hall in June 2021. “34 years in, keeping our head above water,” she captioned Instagram pics of the pair going for a swim. “Love and love to the love of my life.” Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
"Me and my valentine," Louis-Dreyfus captioned a February snap of her and Hall on a scenic walk. Courtesy Julia Lpuis Dreyfus
The New Adventures of Old Christine alum wished her husband a happy 35th wedding anniversary via Instagram — and reflected on how their time together has flown by. "Even though we’re surrounded by a lot of bad news, I’m celebrating some good news today — been tied to this superb guy for 35 years!" she wrote alongside a throwback wedding photo in June. "What in the living hell? How did that happen so quick?" Jim Ruymen/UPI/Shutterstock
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