America Ferrera's Spouse Ryan Piers Williams Celebrates Her 'Barbie' Triumph and Oscar Recognition

America Ferrera, who has been nominated for an Oscar, is supported by her husband Ryan Piers Williams. Williams, who is 42 years old, has been by Ferrera's side every step of the way. He has seen her transform from a college student to a big screen star. An insider shared exclusively in the latest issue of We magazine that Williams believes Ferrera deserves all the success she has achieved.

The pair first met at the University of Southern California while studying. Williams gave Ferrera a role in a short film he directed in 2005, and they quickly hit it off. They tied the knot in June 2011 and welcomed their son Sebastian in 2018. Their family grew again with the arrival of daughter Lucia in 2020.

Williams and Ferrera got the chance to act together in the movie Barbie, where they portrayed a married couple. Ferrera's performance as Gloria, a Mattel employee who forms a bond with Margot Robbie's Barbie, earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role at this year's Academy Awards. Williams also had a small role as Gloria's husband in the film, which he found easy to play.

During a Zoom call with Greta Gerwig, I excitedly shared my favorite funny moments with her. I couldn't help but laugh out loud as I recounted the scene where the white husband at home tries to learn Spanish, which reminded me of my own husband in the next room doing a Spanish lesson. To my surprise, Greta suggested that my husband play the role of my on-screen husband. Months later, her suggestion became a reality and there he was on set.

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Shortly after Barbie became a box office hit, making over $1 billion globally, an insider exclusively shared with Us that Ryan Piers Williams and America Ferrera loved attending the premiere together.

In August, a source told Us that it was wonderful for the couple to work together and walk the red carpet arm in arm. They usually prefer to stay out of the spotlight and keep their private life separate, with their family being their top priority.

Since then, the couple has attended several red carpet events together, including the Critics Choice Awards and Producers Guild of America Awards. Williams couldn't help but gush over his wife after accompanying her to the Golden Globes in January.

"Who would have thought that I would leave with the most treasured prize of the night!? @americaferrera ️️️," he shared on Instagram along with a carousel of photos. "I am so proud of my producing partner of 20 years @jasonmichaelb for his nomination for Air! It is a well-deserved acknowledgment for someone who puts in hard work every day to create amazing films. I am incredibly proud of Greta Gerwig and the entire @barbiethemovie team for producing the best movie of the year! … But most importantly, @americaferrera laughed and cheered on our friends and heroes in what was a beautiful night of celebrating storytelling."

The lovely couple is looking forward to another fantastic evening at the Oscars this Sunday, which will be broadcast live on ABC.

For more on Ferrera and Williams’ romance, watch the video above and pick up the new issue of We, on stands now.

Editor's P/S:

America Ferrera's journey to stardom is a testament to her talent and perseverance. Her husband, Ryan Piers Williams, has been