Hollywood is weird. One day you're reading about a messy public divorce, and the next, you find out two of your favorite stars have been a whole family for years without saying a peep. If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately wondering who is Julie Gonzalo married to, you aren't alone. The Dallas and Supergirl actress has mastered the art of the "secret" life in a way that honestly puts most A-listers to shame.
Basically, she isn't technically "married" in the legal sense that's been publicly filed—or at least she hasn't confirmed a wedding—but she has been in a committed, long-term relationship with fellow Hallmark hunk Chris McNally since 2017.
They are the ultimate "if you know, you know" couple of the Hallmark universe.
The Set Where It All Started
They didn't meet at some swanky red carpet event. Nope. It was much more "on brand" than that. Julie and Chris met on the set of the 2018 Hallmark movie The Sweetest Heart (which actually filmed in late 2017).
Julie played Maddie, a cupcake shop owner, and Chris played Nate, her first love who comes back into town. You know the drill. It’s the classic Hallmark setup. But while their characters were falling back in love on screen, the actors were sparking something very real behind the scenes.
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Julie later mentioned in interviews that they did camera tests together and she immediately felt a vibe. She even suggested they hang out before filming to build chemistry. Well, it worked. Maybe a little too well.
A Masterclass in Privacy
For years, fans were basically digital detectives. They’d post photos of their dogs—Charley and Bowie—and people noticed the living room rugs and the backyard fences looked suspiciously identical.
They never posted "couple goals" selfies.
They didn't walk carpets together.
Chris would do interviews and mention his "girlfriend" without giving a name. Julie would do the same. It was this weirdly refreshing bubble of privacy in an industry that usually overshares everything.
Everything changed in June 2022. Julie dropped a photo on Instagram of a tiny baby hand grabbing two adult fingers. No pregnancy announcement. No "we’re expecting" photoshoot. Just: "Our hearts are full. Welcome baby M."
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That was the official "hard launch" of their relationship. Talk about a plot twist.
The 2026 Baby Boom and What's New
Fast forward to right now. If you think they’ve slowed down, think again. Just a few weeks ago, in late 2025, Chris McNally basically broke the internet (or at least the Hallmark corner of it) during the Hallmark Christmas Experience in Kansas City.
While on stage for a When Calls the Heart panel, he pulled sonogram photos out of his pocket.
The crowd went wild.
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It turns out Julie Gonzalo and Chris McNally are expecting baby number two. And the wildest part? He revealed that three different couples from the When Calls the Heart cast—including Erin Krakow and Ben Rosenbaum, plus Kevin McGarry and Kayla Wallace—are all expecting babies within about six weeks of each other. Chris joked that when the cast looks exhausted in Season 14, everyone will finally know why.
Why This Relationship Actually Works
Honestly, it's kind of cool how they handle it. In an age where every celebrity relationship feels like a PR stunt, Julie and Chris feel like a real couple you’d meet at a dog park.
- They prioritize their kid's privacy (they still don't show the face).
- They support each other's careers without making it their whole identity.
- They still work together! They starred in the 2023 movie 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost, proving they can actually stand being on set together for 14 hours a day.
Julie is currently 44 and Chris is 37. The age gap has never been a "thing" for them, likely because they both seem so grounded. While Chris is busy playing Lucas Bouchard in Hope Valley, Julie has been busy with her own projects, like the 2025 film My Argentine Heart, which leans into her actual heritage (she was born in Buenos Aires).
What’s Next for the Couple?
If you're looking for a wedding date, you might be waiting a while. Or, knowing them, they might have gotten married three years ago in a backyard and just never told us.
As of January 2026, they are focused on the "party of four" transition. With a toddler and a new baby on the way, their lives are about to get a lot more chaotic.
What you can do next:
If you want to see the chemistry that started it all, go back and watch The Sweetest Heart. It hits different when you know they were actually falling in love during those scenes. You can also catch Chris in the new season of When Calls the Heart (Season 13 premiered just a few days ago!), where he’s still a central figure in the drama of Hope Valley. Keep an eye on Julie’s Instagram for the eventual (and likely very understated) birth announcement later this year.