Elijah Wood, best known for his role as Frodo in The Lord of the Rings, has revealed that he quietly married his longtime partner, film producer Mette-Marie Kongsved.
The actor, 43, casually referred to Kongsved as his “wife” during an episode of the Inside of You podcast with Michael Rosenbaum, where he shared his gratitude for his family and the life they’ve built together.
A New Year’s Eve Wedding in Sweden
The couple reportedly exchanged vows in an intimate New Year’s Eve ceremony in Sweden.
According to sources from TMZ, the event was attended by around 80 close friends and family members, making it a private and meaningful occasion.
Wood and Kongsved have been romantically linked since 2018, though their relationship dates back further.
The two first met in April 2016 while working together on the Netflix film I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore, which Kongsved produced and Wood starred in.
A Life Together: Family and Career
The couple shares two children—a son born in 2019 and a daughter born in 2022.
Reflecting on fatherhood, Wood has frequently spoken about the joys and challenges of parenting.
In a 2023 interview with WSJ. Magazine, he described his love for early mornings and preparing breakfast for his family, which often includes oatmeal with spices, peanut butter, and fresh fruit.
Wood also highlighted how becoming parents strengthened their relationship.
“You’re constantly being challenged, in the best way,” he said, emphasizing the personal growth that comes with raising children.
A Quiet Love Story
Though they first appeared publicly as a couple at the Rodarte fashion show in 2019, Wood and Kongsved have kept much of their relationship out of the public eye.
Kongsved, who has produced several of Wood’s projects, including Mandy (2018) and Come to Daddy (2019), was previously married to director Evan Louis Katz before their split in 2016.
Despite their private nature, rumors of their engagement have swirled since 2019 when Kongsved was spotted wearing a diamond ring on her left hand.
Embracing Parenthood
Wood has embraced fatherhood wholeheartedly, from sleep training to packing lunches for his kids.
His parenting journey even prompted him to make significant lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking after learning he was going to be a father.
He’s also chosen to maintain privacy when it comes to sharing moments with his family.
While he has a significant following on social media, Wood revealed that he uses a private Instagram account to share personal photos, away from public scrutiny.
A Life Rooted in Gratitude
As he balances work, family, and fatherhood, Wood appears deeply content with the life he’s built alongside Kongsved.
While the couple may prefer to keep their personal lives under wraps, their quiet celebration of love and family speaks volumes about the strength of their bond.
Fans of the actor will undoubtedly be thrilled to see Wood thriving in both his personal and professional life as he continues to work on exciting new projects, including the upcoming adventure film Bookworm.
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