Fans are curious about who Laura Dern’s ex-husband Ben Harper is and their relationship history. Fans have long been fascinated by the personal life of this acclaimed Hollywood actress, especially when it comes to her relationships. Known for her roles in Jurassic Park and Big Little Lies, Dern’s personal life has become a topic of great interest amongst fans.
So, who exactly is Laura Dern’s ex-husband, and how many kids do they have together? Here is everything you need to learn.
Who was Laura Dern married to?
Laura Dern was married to Ben Harper.
Harper is a singer-songwriter who is a 3-time winner and a 7-time nominee for the Grammy Awards. He has produced several studio albums like Welcome to the Cruel World, The Will to Live, Bloodline Maintenance, and Wide Open Light.
He is also a multi-instrumentalist who often plays a mix of blues, folk, soul, reggae, and rock.
How many kids do Laura Dern and Ben Harper have?
Ben Harper and Laura Dern have two children together, a son named Ellery Walker, born on August 21, 2001, and a daughter named Jaya, born on November 28, 2004.
Ellery Walker has worked as a model while Jaya has worked as an actress like her mother, appearing in the movie Teenage Emotions.
Laura Dern and Ben Harper’s relationship history
Laura Dern and Ben Harper first met each other at one of the latter’s concerts in 2000. They then tied the knot in 2005 at a private ceremony in their home, as per People. At the time of their meeting, Dern was recovering from a failed relationship with actor Billy Bob Thornton.
They stayed married for five years until 2010, when Harper filed for divorce from Dern citing irreconcilable differences. Harper had specifically requested the judge to not grant Dern any spousal support. (via TMZ)
However, Dern and Harper reconciled two years later for a brief period in 2012. Despite this, the couple finalized their divorce in 2013, as per Los Angeles Times.
