Inside the Sweet Love Story of the “Virgin River” Star and His Real-Life Leading Lady
While Benjamin Hollingsworth heats up the screen on Virgin River as the brooding Dan Brady, his off-screen life is full of warmth, family, and a love story that rivals any romantic drama. The Canadian actor has been married to former lingerie designer and barre instructor Nila Myers since 2012—and their relationship is anything but scripted.
From a whirlwind romance to raising three children in the Canadian mountains, here’s everything to know about Nila Myers, the woman behind the Virgin River star’s real-life happy ending.
🌺 A California Girl with Global Roots
Born on June 30, Nila Myers grew up in California, attending Agoura High School before graduating from the University of Massachusetts Boston. She later earned a master’s degree in criminology from Bond University in Australia.
Raised alongside her sister, Misha Myers Gillingham, the two were world travelers thanks to their mother’s job with Delta Airlines. Before marrying Hollingsworth, Nila lived in Santa Barbara and worked as a model and Bar Method instructor.
💍 A Whirlwind Romance
Nila met Benjamin Hollingsworth on December 10, 2010, and sparks flew fast. The couple got engaged on his 28th birthday—September 8, 2012—and tied the knot just two months later in a romantic beach wedding in Malibu, California.
“Today is the day. I woke a boy and will go to sleep a man,” the actor wrote on the morning of their wedding.
More than a decade later, Hollingsworth still gushes about their love. On their 11th anniversary in 2023, he shared, “I have no idea [what the key to a successful marriage is] but what has worked for me was marrying the love of my life and loving her just as hard as I did 11 years ago.”
👨👩👧👦 Three Kids and a Mountain Life
The couple shares three children:
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Hemingway Nash (b. July 3, 2016)
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Gatsby Willem (b. March 16, 2018)
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Juniper Bloom (b. October 15, 2020)
Hollingsworth, who famously caught his son Hemingway during childbirth, calls fatherhood his most important role. “Acting is a huge part of my life, but my family is an even bigger one,” he told Southwest Magazine in 2022.
During the pandemic in 2020, the family relocated from Los Angeles to British Columbia, where Virgin River is filmed. “We are building our dream home in a small mountain town in Canada,” Myers shared.
👗 From Runway to Roots
In 2011, Nila and her sister launched a lingerie and loungewear label, Fair Verona, inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Though the brand is no longer active, it reflected her creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
These days, Myers focuses on family and wellness, sharing vegetarian recipes and eco-conscious living tips on social media. Her Instagram bio reads: “Plant based for all the reasons.”
💕 They Keep the Romance Alive
From anniversary throwbacks to snow-covered day dates, Hollingsworth and Myers are vocal about their admiration for each other. “God went and completely outdid himself on you,” Ben wrote on her birthday.
In one unforgettable gesture, he once welcomed Nila back to Canada holding a “Wife” sign and flowers—with his famous homemade pasta sauce ready at home.
They also enjoy active adventures together, including ski trips to Whistler and Squamish, hikes, and winter sports—often with their kids in tow. “Family ski days are the best ski days,” the actor shared in 2023.
🌟 More Than a Red Carpet Plus-One
Nila is no stranger to the red carpet, having joined her husband at events like:
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The Golden Maple Awards
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Deadline’s Emmy Season Kickoff Party
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xXx: Return of Xander Cage premiere
She’s been by his side throughout his rising career—from Code Black to Joe Pickett to Virgin River, and everything in between.
Final Word
Benjamin Hollingsworth may be stealing hearts on-screen, but it’s clear his own heart belongs to Nila Myers. With a shared love of family, nature, and each other, the couple continues to write a love story that’s as inspiring as it is enduring.
“I believe in unconditional love and soulmates because I experience it every day.” — Benjamin Hollingsworth
