Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons’ Relationship Timeline

Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons represent one of many pairs in Hollywood who first connected on a television series.

The duo portrayed high school sweethearts Peggy and Ed, a local butcher, on the FX show Fargo, featuring prominently in the second season.

“It was a gift,” Plemons said with enthusiasm at PaleyFest in 2015 when reflecting on his experience working alongside Dunst. “I have admired Kirsten’s work for some time, and meeting her was incredibly exciting; she’s a wonderful person, and we both enjoy having fun with the material we’re given.”

The couple made headlines when they were first seen together off-set in 2016, with the Breaking Bad star proposing just a year later. They welcomed their first child in 2018 and a second in 2021. Confirmation of their marriage came in 2022, four years after they sparked speculation by referring to one another as “husband and wife.”

Read on for an in-depth look back at their love journey:

The couple first quirked up on the set of season 2 of Fargo.

Just two months after Us confirmed Dunst’s breakup with Hedlund, the Bring It On actress was spotted sharing a kiss with Plemons.

Us reported in December 2017 that Dunst was expecting their first child. The actress confirmed the news with a stunning spread for Rodarte’s Fall/Winter 2018 campaign.

By August 2019, the star of On Becoming a God in Central Florida talked about the couple’s wedding plans. She mentioned, “We’re planning a more intimate ceremony at home eventually, that’s definitely a priority for us. But with life being busy, timing is critical to ensure we can all enjoy it together.”

Rumors swirling about a secret wedding arose in August 2019 when the two referred to one another as “husband” and “wife” during her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, but Dunst later clarified this on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, confirming they were still engaged at that time.

During the COVID-19 lockdown, Dunst shared that she was quarantined in Australia with Plemons and their son. “We escaped the hustle of the city, needing a place for our son to enjoy the outdoors,” she mentioned to the Los Angeles Times in June, adding a humorous touch about their cat bringing in nightly mouse gifts.

The couple disclosed their early romance stories in a revealing interview with The New York Times. Plemons shared, “From the moment we met on the set of Fargo, I felt she would remain a pivotal part of my life.” Dunst expressed admiration for his hardworking nature, calling him deeply dedicated to his craft.

Dunst joyfully revealed her pregnancy in a feature for W magazine while showcasing her growing baby bump in a beautiful lace dress.

In June, Dunst was seen carrying a baby carrier, which confirmed the couple had welcomed their second child. Plemons later shared that their son James arrived in April of the same year.

In a charming moment, Dunst shared a nostalgic video of her goofing around with Plemons during the filming of Fargo back in 2015. She playfully captioned it, “Times on Fargo were truly fun times,” showcasing the couple’s lighthearted bond.

In a candid interview with The Sunday Times, Dunst expressed her eagerness to marry Plemons, stating, “I would marry him tomorrow. Although we both want to have a proper celebration, we’ve just not had the time yet.”

Dunst jokingly referred to Plemons as her favorite actor during her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. She expressed, “We’ve created a family together, which I cherish deeply.” Dunst noted their connection started with a creative bond as actors before blossoming into romance.