Téa Leoni and Tim Daly, who starred as a married couple on the acclaimed CBS series Madam Secretary, have officially tied the knot. The couple exchanged vows in an intimate family ceremony held in New York on July 12, 2025, as confirmed by a representative for Leoni to People magazine. The wedding was a private affair, attended only by immediate family members.
From Co-Stars to Partners
Leoni, 59, and Daly, 69, first crossed paths while filming Madam Secretary in 2014. The political drama, which aired for six seasons from September 2014 to December 2019, showcased their on-screen chemistry as Elizabeth and Henry McCord. Their relationship blossomed during the production’s first year.
By December 2014, the couple began dating, with reports indicating they had been quietly seeing each other since the summer. At that time, Leoni had just finalized her divorce from actor David Duchovny after 17 years of marriage. She was also spotted at Daly’s performance of Red in Vermont over the Fourth of July weekend, signaling their growing bond.
Public Appearances and Surprise Romance
Leoni and Daly made their public debut as a couple at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., in April 2015. They were seated with journalist Bob Schieffer and former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright. At the event, Daly expressed confidence in their connection, stating, “We’re gonna be a hot table,” in an interview with Bloomberg TV.
The romance took many by surprise, including their Madam Secretary co-star Geoffrey Arend, who remarked, “Nobody really knew. You don’t want to go to your boss and be like, ‘Hey, so who are you dating?’” He praised Daly, stating, “Tim’s the best — they’re really good together.” Although the actors attended the same private high school, it was only through their work on the show that they truly connected.
Their journey from co-stars to life partners reflects a relationship that has remained largely under the radar. As they celebrate this new chapter, fans of both actors continue to express their excitement and support for the couple’s union.
