Rumours are circulating after Joaquin Phoenix referred to Rooney Mara as his “wife” during a recent interview, sparking speculation that they might be married.
While promoting his film “Joker: Folie à Deux” in the U.S., Phoenix, aged 49, casually mentioned his “wife” on the “Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso” podcast. He discussed crafting his 2020 Oscars acceptance speech with her help, mentioning, “I wrote it with the help of my mom and my wife.” Although he later named Mara, he did not clarify their marital status, leaving fans curious about their private relationship.
The couple, engaged since 2019, is known for their discreet public presence. They rarely appear together on red carpets or discuss their personal lives. This week, Mara attended the premiere of Phoenix’s latest film, notably wearing a ring on her wedding finger, while Phoenix appeared without a wedding band. The pair’s reserved interaction at the event and departure raised further interest among observers.
Phoenix and Mara have maintained their privacy regarding their relationship, which began on the ” Her ” set in 2013 and became public in 2017 at the Cannes Film Festival. They have since collaborated on several projects and share two children. Their first son, named River, was a tribute to Phoenix’s late brother, and their second child’s arrival was subtly acknowledged by Mara’s appearance at the 2023 Berlinale with a noticeable baby bump.
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Despite the ongoing fascination with their relationship status, neither Phoenix nor Mara has commented on the recent speculation, and their representatives have remained silent. The film community and fans wonder whether Phoenix’s reference to Mara as his “wife” was a deliberate confirmation or an inadvertent remark. For now, the true nature of their relationship remains a topic of intrigue.
