Téa Leoni and Tim Daly, stars of the acclaimed CBS series *Madam Secretary*, have officially married in a private ceremony in New York. The couple exchanged vows on July 12, 2025, surrounded by immediate family members, marking a significant milestone in their relationship that began while working together on the show.
Leoni, aged 59, and Daly, aged 69, first crossed paths on the set of *Madam Secretary* in 2014. The series, which aired for six seasons from September 2014 to December 2019, featured them as Elizabeth and Henry McCord, a married couple navigating the complexities of politics and family life. Their on-screen chemistry soon blossomed into a real-life romance.
As their relationship developed, it remained largely under the radar. By December 2014, reports indicated that Leoni and Daly had started dating during the summer. This was shortly after Leoni finalized her divorce from actor David Duchovny in August, following a 17-year marriage. The couple was later seen together when Leoni attended Daly’s performance in *Red* in Vermont over the Fourth of July weekend that same year.
Their first public appearance as a couple occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., in April 2015. They were seated at a table with journalist Bob Schieffer and former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright. At the event, Daly humorously remarked to Bloomberg TV, “We’re gonna be a hot table,” highlighting the couple’s growing prominence in the public eye.
The surprise of their romance caught even their *Madam Secretary* co-stars off guard. Geoffrey Arend, who played a supporting role in the series, noted in an interview with People that “nobody really knew” about their relationship initially. He praised Daly, stating, “He couldn’t be a nicer guy. Tim’s the best — they’re really good together.”
Interestingly, despite attending the same private high school, Leoni and Daly did not connect until they began working together on the show. Their journey from co-stars to partners reflects a narrative that resonates with many who find love in unexpected places.
As they embark on this new chapter as a married couple, fans of both actors are celebrating their union, which has flourished out of their professional collaboration. The couple’s commitment to maintaining a low profile throughout their relationship has only added to the intrigue surrounding their wedding.
With their wedding now a part of their shared history, Leoni and Daly continue to inspire those who believe in the power of love that transcends the screen.
