Chad Michael Murray, best known for his roles in iconic 2000s TV shows like One Tree Hill and Gilmore Girls, has remained a favorite among teen drama fans. Now, married to fellow actress Sarah Roemer, 39, and having welcomed baby no. 3 in Aug. 2023, Chad Michael Murray got his fairytale ending.
Despite their high-profile careers, with one of Murray's latest films, Mother of the Bride, having premiered in May 2024, the couple prioritize their family time. While they tend to keep their personal lives away from the public eye, the couple do occasionally share glimpses of their life together.
Here's a complete timeline of Chad Michael Murray and Sarah Roemer’s relationship:
Who is Sarah Roemer?
Sarah Christine Roemer grew up in San Diego, California. She began modeling in high school after being discovered at a 7-Eleven and swiftly moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment. She appeared in the indie film "Wristcutters: A Love Story" and "The Grudge 2." Her breakout came in 2007 with the teen thriller "Disturbia," in which she played Shia LaBeouf's love interest.
How Chad Michael Murray and Sarah Roemer Met
According to a story by People, Murray and Roemer met in 2013 while filming the Crackle TV series Chosen.
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Chad Michael Murray and Sarah Roemer's Relationship Timeline
2013: Meeting on the Set of Chosen
Around this time, Murray and Roemer meet on set. The couple first met on the set of Chosen, when Murray joined the second season.
- September 20, 2013: A rep for Murray confirms the end of the actor’s seven-year engagement to Kenzie Dalton.
- October 9, 2013: The Hollywood Reporter announces Murray and Roemer have been cast in the second season of the Crackle original series Chosen starring Milo Ventimiglia. Filming was already underway and set to wrap on October 18.
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2014: Secret Wedding
Murray and Roemer got married in September 2014, but have not publicly shared any details about their wedding. They tied the knot quietly in Sept. 2014.
2015: Marriage and First Child
The couple, who met on the set of a television series in 2013, shocked fans by combining the announcement of their secret marriage and first pregnancy at the same time in 2015. They didn't even announce their nuptials until January 2015, when they also shared that they were expecting their first child together.
- January 21, 2015: A rep for Murray announces the pair are married and expecting their first child. “Chad and Sarah are extremely happy and excited, and enjoying their life together,” Murray’s rep says in a statement, per People. “I hope each of u feels the same in ur world!”
The couple welcomed their first child together, a son whose name has not been shared publicly. Murray told E! News at the time, "I'm a romantic. I'm a family guy. I want that core. I tend to keep everything quiet. I love my life.
2017: Welcoming a Second Child
Murray and Roemer welcome a daughter into their family.
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2021: Adopting a Dog
The couple adopted an adorable golden retriever named Jett in October 2021.
2023: Third Child Arrives
The couple welcome a third child to the family, another daughter.
- May 15, 2023: Murray pays tribute to Roemer on Mother’s Day, crediting the actor for homeschooling their children and “every other mama task you can imagine.”
“My forever dream woman. Happy Mother’s Day to this woman who carry’s this family pack on her shoulders:) You’re our rock mama,” he writes. “We travel the world together and It wouldn’t be possible without you. Homeschooling, pop quizzes, meals and every other mama task you can imagine:).”
He continues, “I never celebrated Mother’s Day growing up because I didn’t have a Mother- but watching the selflessness and sacrifices you make, without ever flinching, blow me away and truly show me why Mothers are like no other. They each meant so much.”
2024: Celebrating a Decade of Marriage
Murray and Roemer celebrated 10 years of marriage together in September 2024. Murray shared a sweet post on Instagram, honoring this big milestone. "10 years… We've jammed more into this 10 years than I ever could've imagined. It's truly astounding. It's been the best decade of my life by far-sharing each and every moment with you," he said in the caption. "We've grown this little pack together and seen so much of the world as a family. I'm so grateful for you Sarah."
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Roemer shared a similar post, writing, "It's been more than I could have ever dreamed of. I love our family with my whole heart and soul. Thank you for the most beautiful 10 years together. You are an incredible husband, father, best friend and so so so much more.
- May 11, 2024: Murray says he caught his wife and daughter watching A Cinderella Story.
- November 20, 2024: Murray says his family, which he calls “The Pack,” travels with him to every film, every project. “I want to be there,” he tells Variety. “I got to be there for my daughter’s first steps. I got to take her trick-or-treating for the first time.”
2025: Red Carpet Debut
- July 16, 2025: Murray says his family took a vote before planning for a third child. “We weren’t going to have a third child unless everyone was on board, including the kids,” he tells Parade. “And our son wasn’t on board for pretty much the entire time until finally, one day, he goes, ‘I’d like to have a baby in the family,’ And we’re like, ‘Wow, look at that!’”
Murray also says their son is “the best” with his baby sister, adding, “He’s so good all the time with her, and they love each other so much. So that is their norm.”
- July 22, 2025: Chad Michael Murray and Sarah Roemer’s children make their red-carpet debut at the premiere of Freakier Friday.
Murray further opens up about his eight-year-old daughter on the red carpet, from her interest in his fashion choices to her hopes of becoming an actor.
Maintaining Privacy
As their family continued to grow over the years, Murray and Roemer have remained very protective of their children’s privacy, opting to homeschool their kids and keep their names out of the press.
“I’m really good at staying under the radar these days. My wife and I, we don’t go to the quote-unquote ‘cool’ places,” Murray told Bello Magazine back in May 2015, per E! News. “We have our own life, we have our dogs, we have our lifestyle that we truly enjoy, and we’ve got a cabin if we want to get away and go camping. I feel very good about my private scene. I’m going to do everything I can to protect my family and go from there.”
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