From On-Screen Romance to Real-Life Love: James Lafferty and Alexandra Park's Incredible Journey Together
James Lafferty and Alexandra Park's love story unfolds over the years, from their initial meeting to their recent marriage in May 2022 Follow their relationship timeline filled with milestones and discover what lies ahead for the couple
James Lafferty and Alexandra Park's love story had a unique start on a TV set. They had the opportunity to work together as a small screen couple in the 2021 show Everyone Is Doing Great. Their paths initially crossed when Lafferty directed an episode of The Royals in 2015, a show that had the same team behind it as the popular CW drama, One Tree Hill. Lafferty's involvement with The Royals continued as he directed four more episodes, while Park portrayed the character of Princess Eleanor throughout all four seasons.
The couple has chosen to keep their romance private for the most part. However, in the fall of 2020, Lafferty couldn't contain his excitement and shared the news of their engagement with his social media followers. Alongside a photo of the couple cuddling in the kitchen, the Right Stuff alum captioned it with "She said yes ️."
"We prefer to maintain our privacy, but we also want to express our love for the show and connect with our devoted supporters and fans," revealed Park in January 2021. "There are moments when we decide to share glimpses of our lives."
Park revealed in January 2021 that he and his partner came up with the concept for the show Everyone Is Doing Great together, highlighting their desire to portray a married couple on screen. The couple, who have previously worked together, found joy in collaborating professionally and wanted to explore the dynamics of Jeremy and Andrea, characters that differ greatly from their real-life relationship. This led to the premiere of the show on Hulu in the same month.
In May 2021, Lafferty once again shared a glimpse into his world with Park, expressing his admiration for his then-fiancée's book, Sugar High. He expressed his immense pride and awe for her, as he had witnessed her dedicated efforts over the years to bring the memoir to fruition. Lafferty described the book as a candid, humorous, and inspiring journey that delves into Park's experience with type 1 diabetes and her professional growth. Above all, he emphasized that reading the memoir would instill a belief that no matter the obstacles faced, one can accomplish their goals in life.
Scroll down to witness the enchanting love story of Lafferty and Park, from its very inception.
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Talk about a serendipitous encounter! James Lafferty and Alexandra Park's romantic journey commenced on the set of a television series, where they portrayed an on-screen couple in the recent production titled Everyone Is Doing Great in 2021.
The One Tree Hill actor initially met Park when he helmed an episode of The Royals in 2015, a show that had a shared production team with the popular CW drama. Lafferty later directed four additional episodes of the E! series, while his partner portrayed Princess Eleanor, one of the main characters, throughout all four seasons.
While the couple has generally kept their relationship private, Lafferty couldn't contain his excitement when he proposed to Park in the autumn of 2020, taking to social media to announce the news to his followers.
The Right Stuff alum shared a photo in September of the newly engaged couple snuggling in the kitchen, captioning it with a simple "She said yeah ️."
In January 2021, Park exclusively revealed to We why she and Lafferty prefer to keep their romance away from the public eye.
"We value our privacy, but we also want to express our gratitude for the show and connect with our loyal supporters and fans," expressed the actress from "Shooting in Vain". "Occasionally, we do share glimpses of our lives."
However, this boundary doesn't extend to collaborating on screen. Park revealed in January 2021 that the couple conceived the concept for "Everyone Is Doing Great" together. (The series debuted on Hulu in the same month.)
"We were excited to portray a married couple and thought it would be a great opportunity. The chemistry between us is undeniable," the actor who starred in Elephant Princess expressed. "We genuinely enjoy working together, and that is something I truly appreciate in our relationship. It's wonderful to be able to collaborate and pursue our passions together. So, we thought it would be incredibly enjoyable to explore the contrasting dynamics of Jeremy and Andrea, which are obviously different from our own personal relationship."
After four months, Lafferty once again shared glimpses of his life with Park, expressing his admiration for her book, Sugar High, while showering her with praise as his fiancée.
"I am incredibly proud and in awe of this remarkable woman. Having witnessed her dedication throughout the years-long process, the day has finally arrived for her to share her creation with the world," expressed the Small Town Crime actor on Instagram in May 2021. He further added that the memoir delves into Park's battle with type 1 diabetes and her remarkable journey in her career. "It is a genuine, candid, humorous, and motivating expedition that will leave you with the belief that no matter what obstacles come your way, you have the ability to accomplish your aspirations in this lifetime."
A year later, it was exclusively revealed by Us that the couple exchanged vows in Hawaii. Lafferty's former OTH co-star, Stephen Colletti, who co-created Everyone Is Doing Great, served as one of the groomsmen. Park had her Royals co-star and lifelong best friend, Tom Austen, by her side as a part of her bridal party.
Scroll down to see Lafferty and Park’s love story from the beginning:
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2015
The duo met on The Royals when Lafferty directed an episode of the E! series. Park, for her part, starred as Princess Eleanor on the show.
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June 2018
The pair became Instagram official while attending a friend’s wedding in Monaco.
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February 2019
The Australia native shared a goofy photo of her man dancing with her pup in Los Angeles.
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September 2020
Lafferty announced his engagement to Park via social media and gave fans a glimpse at his fiancée’s sparkler.
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November 2020
“Wish. We. Were. Here. ️️ #pda,” the Ben Is Back actress captioned a sweet photo from a trip to her hometown of Sydney.
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January 2021
The lovebirds teamed up to play onscreen couple Jeremy Davis and Andrea Cooper-Davis on Hulu’s Everyone Is Doing Great. Season 1 premiered in early 2021.
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January 2021
Park revealed that she and her California native beau often share snippets of their relationship. Aside from her dog, he is the only person she spends time with. However, she jokingly mentioned that some people have teased her about posting too many pictures of her furry friend on social media.
When it came to collaborating on their Hulu show, the Home and Away alum expressed no hesitations. "We are accustomed to working together on every aspect, making it a seamless and enjoyable process," she emphasized.
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May 2021
Lafferty expressed his deep admiration for his fiancée's book, Sugar High, a compelling account of her personal experience with type 1 diabetes. "I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to my better half for this incredible accomplishment. I hope all our friends have a wonderful time reading it at the beach this summer! ️," he shared enthusiastically on Instagram.
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July 2021
“On the occasion of Lafferty’s 36th birthday, Park expressed her heartfelt wishes to her most beloved person in the entire world,” Park shared alongside a series of Instagram photos. “My love for you has only grown stronger since day 1, six years ago. #pda #dreamboat #bff.”
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September 2021
The actors cozied up during a night out on the town.
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January 2022
The twosome enjoyed a tropical getaway to Sydney.
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May 2022
“Happy Birthday to my shining star, the love of my life, and the queen of giving me dirty looks,” Lafferty playfully expressed his affection for @alexandrapark1 through social media. “I don't know what I would do without you :).”
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May 2022
Us exclusively revealed that the Waffle Street actor and the 12 Feet Deep actress tied the knot in Oahu, Hawaii.
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June 2022
One month after their nuptials, the newlyweds shared photos from the intimate ceremony via social media. They also confirmed their wedding date as May 23, 2022.
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July 2022
“Cheers to the man who stole my heart and became my first husband,” Park playfully captioned a collection of Instagram snapshots from their romantic getaway. “The love of my life, the partner to my adventures, the rock to my stability, the sunshine to my days, the sparkle in my eyes, and the reason for my endless smiles. xoxoxox I love you babe.”
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June 2023
Park looked stunning in a gorgeous green gown as she and her husband attended the Monte-Carlo Television Festival in Monaco, marking a special occasion following their first wedding anniversary. Her husband complemented her with a sleek black suit.
