Josh Lucas Found His Person in Wife Brianna Ruffalo—Inside Their Beautiful Love Story

Fans fell for Josh Lucas back when he starred opposite Reese Witherspoon in Sweet Home Alabama (2002), and later on, folks loved seeing him portray a young John Dutton in Yellowstone, where he proved he had what it takes to shine in the western genre. Now, he’s saddling up yet again for another western flick—The Rescue. The film is slated to hit the big screen in 2027, stars Brandon Sklenar, and follows a rodeo cowboy who finds himself in a situation he never anticipated when his daughter goes missing. While the specifics of Josh Lucas’ role have yet to be revealed, knowing the way in which he brought young John in Yellowstone to life, we can’t wait to see what he brings to this role. 

With such an exciting project ahead of him and a wildly successful career to look back on, Lucas is lucky to have a special someone in his corner, cheering him on through it all: his wife, Brianna Ruffalo. Josh Lucas has been married to the Los Angeles-based meteorologist since last year, and this couple is sweet as can be. Here, read all about Josh Lucas and the lovely life he’s built with his wife. 

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These 'Rescue' Stars Found Love in the Sweetest Ways

An exciting new western will be hitting screens before we know it, and the cast is stacked to the brim with actors and actresses that have grown rather familiar with the genre over the last few years. The Rescue, set to hit theaters on January 29, 2027, stars Brandon Sklenar and is about a rodeo […]

Josh Lucas met his wife in 2022

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In 2022, sparks flew between Josh Lucas and ABC7 reporter Brianna Ruffalo. After dating for two years, he got down on one knee, asking her to be his wife. “Almost two years ago this fall, and with no expectations, Josh walked into my life…and we knew almost immediately we had each found our person in a way we’ve never experienced—on every level,” Brianna wrote on Instagram after her proposal. “This was the easiest and best question I’ve ever answered. So, here’s to forever with my love, my best friend. I can’t wait to keep living this life with you.”

Josh shared a similar sentiment on his own Instagram, writing, “For the last two years in every way and every day, this beautiful soul has made me and my life better, deeper and more whole. I am so grateful and thrilled she said ‘Yes.’ I WAY love you, Brianna, and thank you to our families and all the people and places that made this come true. I am absolutely aware I got crazy lucky.”

Josh Lucas and wife, Brianna Ruffalo, tied the knot in 2025

Last summer, Josh and Brianna made things official in an Italian ceremony and have been enjoying married life together ever since. From their instant connection in 2022 to their romantic Italian wedding, this couple proves that true love is alive and well.