Téa Leoni and Tim Daly, known for their roles as a married couple on the CBS series Madam Secretary, have officially married in a private ceremony in New York. The wedding took place on July 12, 2025, with only immediate family members in attendance, as confirmed by a representative for Leoni.
The couple first met while filming Madam Secretary in 2014, where they portrayed Elizabeth and Henry McCord. Their chemistry on screen translated into a real-life romance that began during the show’s first season. Reports from People magazine indicated that Leoni and Daly had started dating in the summer of 2014, shortly after Leoni finalized her divorce from actor David Duchovny in August of that year.
Leoni, now 59, and Daly, 69, made their first public appearance as a couple at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in April 2015. During this high-profile event in Washington, D.C., they were seated alongside journalist Bob Schieffer and former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright. Daly humorously remarked to Bloomberg TV, “We’re gonna be a hot table,” indicating the couple’s growing prominence.
Their relationship surprised many on the Madam Secretary set. Co-star Geoffrey Arend noted that the cast was unaware of their romance initially, stating, “Nobody really knew. You don’t want to go to your boss and be like, ‘Hey, so who are you dating?’” Arend praised Daly, saying, “He couldn’t be a nicer guy. Tim’s the best — they’re really good together.”
Despite having attended the same private high school, Leoni and Daly only connected professionally on the set of their show. After years of navigating a relationship largely in the public eye due to their television roles, the couple has now embraced a more private life following their marriage.
As they embark on this new chapter, fans of Madam Secretary and followers of their personal journeys are celebrating the union of two beloved actors who have captured hearts both on and off screen.