Meet the Real-Life Loves of theMissing YouCast (Including One Couple Who Co-HostsLove Is Blind: UK!)

Mar. 15, 2025

(L): Rosalind Eleazar and Gabriele Lo Giudice attend the premiere post celebration of ‘Slow Horses’ at 14 Cavendish Square on March 30, 2022, in London ; (R): Danielle Walters and Ashley Walters attend the British Independent Film Awards 2022 at Old Billingsgate on Dec. 4, 2022, in London.Photo:David M. Benett//Getty ; Jeff Spicer/Getty

David M. Benett//Getty ; Jeff Spicer/Getty

Adapted fromHarlan Coben’s bestselling novel, the limited series follows Detective Kat Donovan (Rosalind Eleazar) as she stumbles across her ex-fiancé Josh Buchanan (Ashley Walters) on a dating app 11 years after he mysteriously vanished from her life.

Josh’s reappearance forces Kat to confront the unresolved mystery of her father’s murder while uncovering long-buried secrets from her past, including those she might prefer to leave behind. While Kat’s on-screen love life is full of twists and heartbreak, her off-screen relationship is much more constant.

Eleazar has been married to her husband, Gabriele Lo Giudice, since their romantic Grecian wedding on Sept. 23, 2023. Meanwhile, her on-screen fiancé has been married to his wife, Danielle Walters, since 2013.

Here’s everything to know about the real-life partners of theMissing Youcast.

01of 10Rosalind Eleazar and Gabriele Lo GiudiceRosalind Eleazar in 2024; Gabriele Lo Giudice in 2019.Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty; Matteo Nardone/Pacific Press/LightRocket via GettyRosalind Eleazar leads the ensemble ofMissing Youas Detective Kat Donovan, who finds her ex-fiancé Josh on a dating app 11 years after he mysteriously disappeared.In real life, Eleazar married her husband, Gabriele Lo Giudice, on Paros Island in Greece on Sept. 23, 2023. In honor of their first anniversary, Giudice shared photos from the event onInstagramwith the caption, “Wish we could do it all over again.“While the two haven’t revealed how they first met, Eleazar wrote onInstagramin May 2018 that she was celebrating one year with “this beautiful man.“As a fellow actor, Giudice has appeared in the television seriesLeonardoandAtlanta, as well as the 2019 filmMr. Devil.

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Rosalind Eleazar and Gabriele Lo Giudice

Rosalind Eleazar in 2024; Gabriele Lo Giudice in 2019.Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty; Matteo Nardone/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty

Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty; Matteo Nardone/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty

Rosalind Eleazar leads the ensemble ofMissing Youas Detective Kat Donovan, who finds her ex-fiancé Josh on a dating app 11 years after he mysteriously disappeared.

In real life, Eleazar married her husband, Gabriele Lo Giudice, on Paros Island in Greece on Sept. 23, 2023. In honor of their first anniversary, Giudice shared photos from the event onInstagramwith the caption, “Wish we could do it all over again.”

While the two haven’t revealed how they first met, Eleazar wrote onInstagramin May 2018 that she was celebrating one year with “this beautiful man.”

As a fellow actor, Giudice has appeared in the television seriesLeonardoandAtlanta, as well as the 2019 filmMr. Devil.

02of 10Ashley Walters and Danielle WaltersDanielle Walters and Ashley Walters attend the Gala screening of ‘A Thousand Blows’ at BFI Southbank on Oct. 11, 2024, in London.Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImageAshley Walters — who stars as Josh Buchanan, Kat Donovan’s fiancé who went missing — wed his wife Danielle Walters in 2013.In June 2022, Ashley shared a heartfeltInstagramtribute in honor of their nine-year anniversary, writing, “As this world around us changes everyday and we evolve as individuals, I always look to my side and see you.““You are the strength in this dynamic and I wouldn’t be anywhere without you. I would rather save our marriage as many times as it takes than start again,” he added. “Thanks for trusting me with your heart. It’s been an absolute pleasure and long may it continue.“In June 2024, Danielle posted onInstagramthat they were celebrating “12 years together” and “20 years of friendship.” The pair have also welcomed two children together.

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Ashley Walters and Danielle Walters

Danielle Walters and Ashley Walters attend the Gala screening of ‘A Thousand Blows’ at BFI Southbank on Oct. 11, 2024, in London.Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImage

Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImage

Ashley Walters — who stars as Josh Buchanan, Kat Donovan’s fiancé who went missing — wed his wife Danielle Walters in 2013.

In June 2022, Ashley shared a heartfeltInstagramtribute in honor of their nine-year anniversary, writing, “As this world around us changes everyday and we evolve as individuals, I always look to my side and see you.”

“You are the strength in this dynamic and I wouldn’t be anywhere without you. I would rather save our marriage as many times as it takes than start again,” he added. “Thanks for trusting me with your heart. It’s been an absolute pleasure and long may it continue.”

In June 2024, Danielle posted onInstagramthat they were celebrating “12 years together” and “20 years of friendship.” The pair have also welcomed two children together.

03of 10Sir Lenny Henry and Lisa MakinSir Lenny Henry and Lisa Makin attending The Sky Arts Awards at The Roundhouse on Sept. 17, 2024, in North London.Ian West/PA Images via GettySir Lenny Henry, who plays Clint Donovan, found love with casting director and theater producer Lisa Makin in the early 2010s, a few years after his divorce from comedian Dawn French.In an August 2012 interview withThe Mirror, he described himself as being “in a happy place” thanks to his new romance.“It’s different and it’s nice. Life changes and life moves on,” Henry said. “It’s like one chapter closes and another opens. It’s good and it’s on the upswing – and that’s fantastic.“He and French continue to co-parent their child, Billie, perBustle.

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Sir Lenny Henry and Lisa Makin

Sir Lenny Henry and Lisa Makin attending The Sky Arts Awards at The Roundhouse on Sept. 17, 2024, in North London.Ian West/PA Images via Getty

Ian West/PA Images via Getty

Sir Lenny Henry, who plays Clint Donovan, found love with casting director and theater producer Lisa Makin in the early 2010s, a few years after his divorce from comedian Dawn French.

In an August 2012 interview withThe Mirror, he described himself as being “in a happy place” thanks to his new romance.

“It’s different and it’s nice. Life changes and life moves on,” Henry said. “It’s like one chapter closes and another opens. It’s good and it’s on the upswing – and that’s fantastic.”

He and French continue to co-parent their child, Billie, perBustle.

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Steve Pemberton and Alison Rowles

Steve Pemberton and Alison Rowles attend the Writers' Guild Awards 2019 held at the Royal College Of Physicians on Jan. 14, 2019, in London.David M. Benett/Getty

David M. Benett/Getty

Steve Pemberton, who takes on the role of Titus, has been with his girlfriend Alison Rowles for many years.

When asked about the best kiss of his life, he said it happened with Alison “in the shadow of Big Ben,” after they walked home from watching Swan Lake.

Together, they have welcomed three children: Lucas, Madeleine and Adam.

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Lisa Faulkner and John Torode

Mike Marsland/WireImage

Lisa Faulkner, who joins the cast as Dana Fells, had a few encounters with her husband, John Torode, before they fell in love.

Torode is best known for his role as co-host and judge of BBC1’sMasterChef, Celebrity MasterchefandJunior MasterChef.But long before his career took off, he appeared on a 1996 episode ofThis Morningto be introduced as the show’s new chef. Faulkner happened to be watching as he made his on-screen cooking debut, perThe Mirror.

In November 2022, Faulkner told the outlet that Torode didn’t remember that encounter, but he added that seeing the footage brought back some memories of their initial meeting.

Though the encounter wasn’t a memorable one, they would cross paths again. In 2010, Faulkner appeared on and wonCelebrity Masterchef, with Torode as one of the judges.

Their love story started a few years later, and the pair eventually tied the knot in 2019 at Aynhoe Park in England.

06of 10Samantha Spiro and Mark LeadbetterSamantha Spiro and Mark Leadbetter attend the press night after party for ‘Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour’ at Foundation on May 15, 2017, in London.David M Benett/GettySamantha Spiro, who portrays Nurse Sally Steiner, has been married to Mark Leadbetter since 2002.Though they keep their romantic life out of the spotlight, Spiro has occasionally shared glimpses of their two daughters —HeidiandHarriet— on Instagram.Much like his wife, Leadbetter is also an actor, most known for a 1997 episode ofHighlander, a 2009 episode ofPrimevaland the 2011 filmA Thousand Kisses Deep.

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Samantha Spiro and Mark Leadbetter

Samantha Spiro and Mark Leadbetter attend the press night after party for ‘Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour’ at Foundation on May 15, 2017, in London.David M Benett/Getty

David M Benett/Getty

Samantha Spiro, who portrays Nurse Sally Steiner, has been married to Mark Leadbetter since 2002.

Though they keep their romantic life out of the spotlight, Spiro has occasionally shared glimpses of their two daughters —HeidiandHarriet— on Instagram.

Much like his wife, Leadbetter is also an actor, most known for a 1997 episode ofHighlander, a 2009 episode ofPrimevaland the 2011 filmA Thousand Kisses Deep.

07of 10Mary Malone and Yasser ZadehMary Malone and Yasser Zadeh pose together in London in February 2023.Mary Malone/ InstagramMary Malone, who plays Aqua, is dating fellow actor Yasser Zadeh.While the pair haven’t revealed how they met, they began postingon Instagramtogether in 2022. Since then, Malone and Zadeh have shared glimpses of their relationship including trips together toAmsterdamandBarcelona.According to Zadeh’sInstagram bio, Zadeh is a fellow actor who appeared in the Netflix seriesKAOS.

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Mary Malone and Yasser Zadeh

Mary Malone and Yasser Zadeh pose together in London in February 2023.Mary Malone/ Instagram

Mary Malone/ Instagram

Mary Malone, who plays Aqua, is dating fellow actor Yasser Zadeh.

While the pair haven’t revealed how they met, they began postingon Instagramtogether in 2022. Since then, Malone and Zadeh have shared glimpses of their relationship including trips together toAmsterdamandBarcelona.

According to Zadeh’sInstagram bio, Zadeh is a fellow actor who appeared in the Netflix seriesKAOS.

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Matt Willis and Emma Willis

Emma Willis and Matt Willis attend the European Premiere after party for ‘Better Man’ at Lio London on Nov. 27, 2024, in London.Dave Benett/Getty

Dave Benett/Getty

Matt Willis, who steps into the role of Darryl, met his wife Emma Willis when she was one of his bridesmaids — sort of.

During an August 2024 appearance onCapital XTRA, Emma recalled thinking to herself, “Underneath all that makeup, he’s really cute.” Meanwhile, Matt was already smitten.

The couple began dating in the early 2000s,got marriedon July 5, 2008, and went on to welcome three kids.

Their on-screen chemistry is still going strong. In 2024, the couple teamed up as co-hosts ofLove Is Blind: UK.That August, Emma opened up toHunger Magazineabout how their busy schedules have made their time together more valuable, even if that means working.

“We treat it as a little holiday without the kids,” she said. “The fact that now we can work together, it’s still time for us just to be with each other.”

“What makes a marriage strong is not ducking out when times are tough,” Matt said. “We’ve had some really tough times, but we’ve always known we want to be together. That never wavered.”

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Jessica Plummer

Jessica Plummer — who plays Stacey Embalo — appears to be single, but has another special love in her life: her daughter, Noa.

The actress welcomed Noa — whom she shares with her ex-partner Jaz Hutchins — on July 30, 2016, per herInstagram. Although Plummer and Hutchins have split, she told theDailyMailin January 2021 that they continue to remain close co-parents.

“It is very equal, with both of our jobs things are so up in the air, but he is a wonderful dad and I don’t have a bad word to say about him as a parent,” she said. “Noa’s dad and I have been in each other’s lives for such a long time. Yes, I am single right now, but I will always love him, he will always be my family and we fully share responsibility for Noa.”

Plummer added that she was “enjoying the freedom of single life” after “too many headaches from too many boys.”

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Richard Armitage

InMissing You, Richard Armitage stars as DCI Ellis Stagger, a police officer harboring secrets.

Armitage told theRadio Timesin April 2023 that he is “a bit of a romantic.”

“When you’re young you dream about that sensation of being swept off your feet,” he said.

The actor also opened up about his sexuality, saying, “[Coming out] happened when I was 19 — to anyone who mattered — and I was always waiting for that question to punch me in the face, and it never did. I thought, ‘Are people being polite, or is it that they don’t want to know?’ "

Armitage added, “I love the idea that whatever gender, sexuality, the fluidity of who you love, how you identify, is not fixed.”

source: people.com