Who is Thomas Brodie-Sangster? 'Love Actually' star announces engagement to Elon Musk's ex-wife Talulah Riley
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In a heartwarming announcement, 'Love Actually' star Thomas Brodie-Sangster confirmed his engagement to actress Talulah Riley via an Instagram post on Thursday, July 27. The couple's exciting news was met with excitement and warm wishes from fans as Brodie-Sangster's post also included a delightful nod to one of his beloved signature roles.
"Happy to announce that Talulah and I are engaged. Love is all around," wrote the actor, 33, quoting a line said by Hugh Grant in the 2003 Christmas classic. Meanwhile, Riley, who is the ex-wife of Elon Musk, took to her former husband's social media platform to announce the joyful news of her engagement. She tweeted, "Very happy to share that after two years of dating, Thomas Brodie Sangster and I are engaged!"
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Very happy to share that after two years of dating, Thomas Brodie Sangster and I are engaged! pic.twitter.com/NipyXtsDV0
— Talulah Riley (@TalulahRiley) July 27, 2023
Who is Thomas Brodie-Sangster?
Thomas Brodie-Sangster is a British actor and musician. He was born on May 16, 1990, in London, England. Brodie-Sangster gained early recognition as a child actor, starring in movies like 'Love Actually (2003) and 'Nanny McPhee' (2005). He continued to build his career and garnered critical acclaim for his performance as Newt in the 'Maze Runner' film series. Brodie-Sangster has also lent his voice to animated characters in popular projects such as the TV series 'Phineas and Ferb' and the movie 'The Dragon Prince'.
Over the years, Brodie-Sangster has established himself as a versatile and talented actor in both film and television. He has appeared in popular television series like 'Game of Thrones' (2013-2014) and 'The Queen's Gambit' (2020). Beyond his acting prowess, Brodie-Sangster is also a talented musician and has contributed to various musical projects over the years. With his impressive acting portfolio and multifaceted talents, he has become a well-regarded figure in the entertainment industry.
When did Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Talulah Riley meet?
The engaged couple's love story began on the set of FX's limited series 'Pistol', where they portrayed the real-life couple. Romance rumors between the two actors sparked in August 2021 when they were seen holding hands in London. Their outings continued in February 2022, leading to their first official appearance as a couple on the red carpet at the 2022 British Academy Film Awards Gala Dinner. Now, with the recent announcement of their engagement, their relationship continues to capture attention and delight fans.
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Elon Musk congratulated the newly engaged pair, writing "Congratulations!" with a red heart emoji on Riley's tweet. Musk's sister, Tosca, also joined in congratulating the couple. "Congratulations, Talulah," her comment read.