Josh Duhamel's Romantic Journey: From Fergie to Audra Mari

The actor's relationships before finding his happily ever after with his wife Audra Mari

Mar. 3, 2026 at 7:41pm

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Josh Duhamel, known for his roles in films like Ransom Canyon, has had a colorful dating history before settling down with his current wife, Audra Mari. His first public romance was with model Kristy Pierce, followed by a high-profile marriage to singer Fergie. After their divorce in 2019, Duhamel dated actress Eiza González briefly before meeting and marrying Mari in 2022. The couple welcomed their first child, son Shepherd, in 2024.

Why it matters

Duhamel's personal life has been a topic of public interest, as he navigated several high-profile relationships before finding his happily ever after. His journey showcases the ups and downs of celebrity relationships and the importance of finding the right partner, even after past failures.

The details

Duhamel's first public romance was with model Kristy Pierce, whom he dated for seven years and was even engaged to before they called it quits just weeks before their wedding. He then started dating singer Fergie in 2004, and the two married in 2009. They welcomed a son, Axl Jack, in 2013, but ultimately divorced in 2019. After his split from Fergie, Duhamel dated actress Eiza González for a brief period in 2018. In 2019, he met his current wife, Audra Mari, and the two married in 2022. They welcomed their first child, son Shepherd, in 2024.

  • Duhamel and Kristy Pierce dated for seven years and got engaged, though they called it quits two weeks before their wedding.
  • Duhamel and Fergie met in 2004 and married in 2009. They welcomed their son Axl Jack in 2013 and divorced in 2019.
  • Duhamel and Eiza González were first romantically linked in June 2018 and split later that year.
  • Duhamel and Audra Mari were first linked in October 2019. They got engaged in 2022 and married in September 2022. Their son Shepherd was born in January 2024.

The players

Kristy Pierce

Duhamel's first public romance, a model he dated for seven years and was engaged to before they called it quits.

Fergie

Duhamel's ex-wife, a singer he met in 2004 and married in 2009. They divorced in 2019 but remain dedicated co-parents to their son Axl Jack.

Eiza González

Duhamel dated the actress briefly in 2018 after his divorce from Fergie.

Audra Mari

Duhamel's current wife, whom he married in 2022. The couple welcomed their first child, son Shepherd, in 2024.

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What they’re saying

“She obviously has something that sets her apart, and sets a little fire inside me. I'm not sure what exactly, but a lot of it is her sense of humor, her heart, her thoughtfulness for people, and stuff like that, which is essential if a relationship is to last.”

— Josh Duhamel

“After they finished rehearsing, I was walking out, and all of a sudden, she was walking toward me. I was like, 'Oh boy.' She stopped. And this is so sad, but I said, in this desperate voice, 'You're hot!' The crush of a lifetime, and that was my line!”

— Josh Duhamel

“Fergie and I had a great relationship. I love that girl and I always will. Unfortunately, we didn't work. But I will always have her back and she is the mother of my baby.”

— Josh Duhamel

“She's an awesome girl, [and] she's perfect for me. We're both from North Dakota and I think there's a commonality that we have ... She's great.”

— Josh Duhamel

What’s next

The couple's son, Shepherd, was born in January 2024, and the family is likely to continue enjoying their life together as Duhamel and Mari settle into parenthood.

The takeaway

Josh Duhamel's journey through relationships showcases the ups and downs of love in the public eye, but ultimately, he found his happily ever after with Audra Mari, a fellow North Dakotan who shares his values and provides a stable, supportive partnership.