# Martin Freeman and Rachel Benaissa marriage

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/martin-freeman-and-rachel-benaissa-marriage
> Updated: 2026-10-24T03:11:38.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

British actor Martin Freeman and French actress and writer Rachel Benaissa have confirmed their marriage. Following their appearance at the BFI London Film Festival for the premiere of the film ‘A Long Winter,’ a spokesperson confirmed the news.

The couple, who have been in a relationship since 2020, had previously maintained high levels of privacy. Speculation regarding their marital status began when they were observed wearing wedding bands at a gala screening at the Royal Festival Hall. 

In addition to their personal relationship, the pair co-founded the production company One Trick Poné.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Martin Freeman reveals marriage to Rachel Benaissa

British actor Martin Freeman has confirmed his marriage to French screenwriter and producer Rachel Benaissa following their appearance at the London Film Festival.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/martin-freeman-reveals-marriage-to-rachel-benaissa

### 2026-10-16: Martin Freeman secretly marries partner Rachel Benaissa

Actor Martin Freeman has secretly married his partner of six years, French actress and writer Rachel Benaissa, following their appearance at the BFI London Film Festival.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/martin-freeman-secretly-marries-actress-rachel-benaissa

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