Jennifer Carpenter's Blossoming Love Story with Rock Singer Seth Avett
Jennifer Carpenter and Scott Avett are happily married, with a child who helped unite The Avett Brothers even more.
Jennifer Carpenter and Scott Avett tied the knot in a secret ceremony in North Carolina, over 2016’s Memorial Day Weekend.
THE BIG DAY
The “Limitless” star began her romantic relationship with the musician in 2013 after his separation from his previous wife Susan and her divorce from her “Dexter” co-star, Michael C. Hall, in 2011.
Avett displayed his ring proudly during shows with his band after their marriage, which was seen in some photos posted on social media.
“It feels very right, and it feels good to have the ring on my finger,” Avett told PEOPLE. “It feels like there’s a weight lifted off my shoulders cause we’re thought about it for so long, and it’s nice to make it official.”
The rocker also admitted that he was more into details about the wedding as compared to his wife, which made him a hands-on groom.
Jennifer Carpenter and her husband Seth Avett arrive for the Premiere Of RLJE Films' "Brawl In Cell Block 99" at The Egyptian Theatre on September 29, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
WELCOMING A BABY BOY
The couple welcomed a baby boy in 2015, a baby boy named Isaac, who was included on the set of “Limitless.” The actress admitted, “I was also eight-and-a-half months pregnant when we shot.”
Their amazing costume designer was able to fabricate a way to make the actress seem like she wasn’t hiding a growing belly.
Jennifer Carpenter arrives at Spike TV's Scream 2009 held at the Greek Theatre on October 17, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Additionally, the show’s cameraman, Marc Webb, took scenes at an angle where the bump wouldn’t show, even if it were bulging in real life.
Avett believes having a wife and son united his band even more after 16 years as his members, Scott and Bob, have children of their own.
Seth Avett and Jennifer Carpenter attend the New York Premiere for FX's "Fosse/Verdon" on April 08, 2019 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
He used to see being away from a kid as an “abstract concept,” which he understood, but not fully grasp why the feeling was immense. He said:
“I get it now. It’s a deeper level of feeling to miss your child who’s at home growing and changing every day, and you’re just getting a picture or video.”
During their relationship, Hall received treatment for his Hodgkin’s lymphoma disease while his ex-wife supported him until his full recovery.
Isaac is a music-lover like his father, who dances even with the beat of snapping fingers. However, it may be too early to tell what his future will look like.
CARPENTER’S JOURNEY INTO MOTHERHOOD
Carpenter balances spending time with her son and working on set, which she admits can get challenging.
Jennifer Carpenter speaks onstage at Showtime's "Dexter" panel during Comic-Con International 2013 at San Diego Convention Center on July 18, 2013 in San Diego, California. | Source: Getty Images
The mother-of-one shared that that motherhood can have its pressure at times, but she learns from her son every day.
“He’s teaching me what love is. How to really invest,” Carpenter said. She and her husband have no plans of giving their toddler a sibling soon. The actress added:
“I’m with the right man. I have an incredible son. Every faction of myself is totally invested, and I’m satisfied. Everything’s aligned. This is my best life!”
Jennifer Carpenter attends Behind The Scenes Of The Getty Images Portrait Studio Powered By Samsung Galaxy At 2015 Summer TCA's at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on August 10, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
CARPENTER’S PREVIOUS RELATIONSHIP
Carpenter divorced her previous husband and “Dexter” co-star in 2010, after two years of marriage. Their amicable split came after months of being separated.
During their relationship, Hall received treatment for his Hodgkin’s lymphoma disease while his ex-wife supported him until his full recovery.
Jennifer Carpenter (L) and Michael C. Hall attend PaleyFestPreviews: Fall TV - Fall Farewell: "Dexter" at The Paley Center for Media on September 12, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Despite their divorce, the Golden Globe Award-winning actor revealed that their professional work was not affected. He also said it was “gratifying” to be in a civil relationship.
“I would say the fact that Jennifer and I worked through whatever was going on with us personally the way we did and maintained telling the story was never in question,” he said. “It was always what we needed.”
Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter arrivesat the Showtime Celebrates 8 Seasons Of "Dexter" at Milk Studios on June 15, 2013 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
With their personal issues aside, both were happy to have ended the show well, with 96 episodes successfully aired.
Moreover, both parties have since moved on from the difficulties brought about by their divorce. Carpenter now has a family of her own, whom she loves and cherishes every day.