David Duchovny and his longtime girlfriend Monique Pendleberry have sparked fresh speculation about their relationship status after being seen wearing what looked like wedding rings during a casual walk in Malibu.
The sighting has fans wondering if the couple may have quietly tied the knot away from the spotlight.
A Low-Key Romance That’s Lasted Years
The 64-year-old X-Files star and 31-year-old Pendleberry have kept their relationship mostly private since they were first linked back in 2017.
Over the years, they’ve only made a few public appearances together — including walking the red carpet for Duchovny’s Netflix film You People premiere and the Tribeca Film Festival.
Rings and Rumors on Display
During this recent outing, both Duchovny and Pendleberry showed off rings on their ring fingers, adding fuel to marriage rumors.
Duchovny wore a simple silver band on his left hand, while Pendleberry paired a gold band with a sparkling diamond ring.
Duchovny’s reps have yet to comment on the sightings.
How They Met: A Malibu Juicery Connection
The couple’s story began at a SunLife Organics Juicery in Malibu — owned by Duchovny’s friend Khalil Rafati — where Pendleberry worked.
Their connection grew from there, blossoming into a steady relationship that has lasted several years.
Duchovny’s Past Marriage and Family Life
Before Monique, Duchovny was married to actress Téa Leoni.
The pair wed in 1997 and were often seen as one of Hollywood’s power couples, maintaining a relatively private personal life despite their fame.
Their marriage went through tough times, including Duchovny’s 2008 stint in rehab for sex addiction, leading to a separation.
Divorce and Co-Parenting Journey
Though they reunited briefly in 2011, Duchovny and Leoni ultimately divorced in 2014 after 17 years together.
They share two children — daughter Madelaine, now 24 and carving out her own acting career, and son Kyd, 21, who stays mostly out of the limelight.
Duchovny has remained committed to co-parenting and often speaks warmly of his kids in interviews.
A New Chapter and A Big Move
Now, Duchovny appears ready for a fresh chapter in his life, possibly with Monique by his side as a spouse. He recently put his Malibu estate on the market for $12.5 million.
The property has been his home for nearly 20 years and includes a three-bedroom main house and a unique, restored train caboose.
The Unique Malibu Estate and Caboose Project
Though best known for his acting, Duchovny has poured creativity into many projects, including restoring an old train caboose on his Malibu property.
The caboose features a cozy living space, dining area, kitchen, bathroom, and even a rooftop deck.
Duchovny described it to the Wall Street Journal as one of his proudest personal achievements.
Malibu Roots and Hollywood Neighbors
The roughly one-acre estate sits in Malibu’s desirable Point Dume neighborhood, close to the beach and among other Hollywood stars.
Duchovny originally rented the home from X-Files creator Chris Carter before purchasing it in 2016 for $4.75 million.
After demolishing the original house, he invested about $7 million to build a modern 3,580-square-foot residence.
Life at Home with Monique and Their Dogs
David shares the Malibu home with Monique and their two dogs, Brick and Rookie.
As they move forward, this sale signals a big transition in Duchovny’s life — and maybe a new adventure for the couple, whose subtle romance has quietly captured attention over the years.