Julia Garner has built a reputation as one of the most captivating talents in Hollywood. Whether you first noticed her in Ozark, Inventing Anna, or The Assistant, there’s no denying her screen presence. But when she’s not delivering Emmy-winning performances, fans have been curious about something a little more personal — who is Julia Garner’s husband?
It turns out, her love story is just as charming as her career.
Who exactly is Mark Foster?
Julia Garner is married to Mark Foster, and if that name rings a bell, there’s a reason. He’s the lead singer of the band Foster the People. Yep — the same band that brought us the earworm hit Pumped Up Kicks back in 2010.
Mark was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He went to Nordonia High School before diving deep into the music world. Julia, on the other hand, is a born-and-raised New Yorker. Their backgrounds couldn’t be more different, but that only makes their connection more interesting.
Foster didn’t just stop at one hit. He’s been creating music for years, writing, producing, and collaborating across genres. He even worked with Taylor Swift on Forever Winter (Taylor’s Version) — a track featured on her Red re-release. Mark’s creativity also extended into TV when he co-produced music for Netflix’s series Unstable alongside Sven Faulconer.
So yeah, the guy’s got range. And clearly, he’s as passionate about his art as Julia is about hers.
How did Julia Garner and Mark Foster meet?
Their first meeting happened way back in 2013 at the Sundance Film Festival. But nothing romantic sparked then. Just a chance encounter between two rising stars in different fields.
Fast forward a few years, and Mark slid into Julia’s DMs on Instagram. Yep, a modern romance move if there ever was one. This happened shortly before Julia landed her career-defining role on Ozark.
They hit it off quickly, forming a close friendship first. That friendship turned into something more — but not in a flashy, celebrity way. Their connection grew during visits to Ohio, where they spent Christmas together with Mark’s family. It wasn’t about red carpets or paparazzi. Just quiet moments and shared time.
When did they get married?
After dating for about 10 months, Mark decided it was time. He proposed during a serene walk at Flathead Lake in Montana. And it wasn’t just a ring. He wrote Julia a poem and read it to her before popping the question. Simple. Sweet. Personal.
Their wedding wasn’t a big Hollywood blowout. Instead, they chose to marry in a small courthouse ceremony in December 2019. Just the two of them and a few loved ones. According to Vogue, the decision to keep things low-key reflected who they are as a couple.
Now, nearly six years into marriage, they continue to support each other quietly and lovingly. They’re not the loudest couple in the room, but they’re definitely one of the most grounded.
Julia may shine in every role she plays, but behind the scenes, it’s clear she’s found someone who shares her rhythm — and maybe even writes it, too.