In a revelation that caught many fans completely off guard, Freddie Highmore — best known for his role as Dr. Shaun Murphy on The Good Doctor — has officially confirmed that he is married.
The notoriously private actor made the surprising announcement during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where viewers quickly noticed a wedding ring on his finger. When asked directly about it, Highmore responded without hesitation, confirming what many had already begun to suspect.
“Yes, it is a wedding ring. Yes, I got married,” he shared during the interview, explaining that ongoing speculation ultimately pushed him to address the rumors publicly.
According to the actor, ever since he began wearing the ring, people had repeatedly questioned whether he had tied the knot — prompting him to finally clarify his relationship status on national television. Despite confirming the marriage, however, Highmore chose to keep most details about his personal life under wraps.
While he didn’t reveal the identity of his wife, the British star did offer a small glimpse into their relationship, describing her simply as a “wonderful woman” and expressing how happy he is in this new chapter of his life.
True to his famously reserved personality, Highmore joked that he wouldn’t be dramatically celebrating the news in the way some Hollywood celebrities might.
“I’m not gonna jump up and down on the couch on a talk show and express my excitement that way,” he said humorously, adding, “But I’m as happy as a Brit can be… and I’m married to a very wonderful woman now.”
He also admitted that he’s still adjusting to the terminology that comes with married life, noting that phrases like “my wife” still feel unfamiliar.
The actor’s decision to keep his marriage largely private is consistent with how he has handled fame throughout his career. Unlike many stars of major television hits, Highmore rarely shares personal updates on social media and has long maintained a clear boundary between his public work and private life.
For fans who have followed his journey from Bates Motel to The Good Doctor, the unexpected announcement has sparked a wave of congratulations — and curiosity — about the woman who captured the heart of one of television’s most low-key leading men.