Hollywood’s Power Couple, Barry Jenkins and Lulu Wang, Announce Their Marriage
In exciting news for fans and filmmakers alike, Barry Jenkins and Lulu Wang, two of Hollywood’s most talented and influential directors, have officially tied the knot! The couple, known for their incredible work in film, shared the happy news at the premiere of Jenkins’ new movie, Mufasa: The Lion King, where he confirmed the union with a joyful “It feels good, man.”
Barry Jenkins, 45, and Lulu Wang, 41, have been a couple since 2018 and made their public debut together at the 2019 Academy Awards. Jenkins, the director of the Oscar-winning Moonlight (2016), shared that their relationship has always been filled with mutual support and understanding. “When you do something as strange as directing movies, it’s wonderful to have someone who truly gets it,” he explained, highlighting Wang’s role in his latest project.
Barry Jenkins and Lulu Wang got married! pic.twitter.com/UAJOc2Xtfn
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Jenkins has made a major mark on the film industry with films like Moonlight, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, and If Beale Street Could Talk (2018), which earned several nominations. Wang, best known for The Farewell (2019), has been recognized for her touching and personal storytelling. Jenkins is even credited in The Farewell for offering support during the production.
#TheFarewell director Lulu Wang and Barry Jenkins have ARRIVED to the #GoldenGlobes pic.twitter.com/CTzvlsFCHT
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In recent years, both filmmakers have turned their attention to television. Jenkins’ The Underground Railroad (2020) earned Emmy nominations, while Wang’s Expats (2023) has garnered positive reviews, showcasing her shift toward TV projects.
As they enter this exciting new chapter of their lives, Jenkins and Wang remain passionate about their craft, and their love story is sure to inspire many. From their work together in the film industry to their personal journey as a couple, they continue to make waves in entertainment.
