Connie Nielsen's Husband: The Actress Was in a Long-Term Relationship with Lars Ulrich & Was Never Married

Danish actress Connie Nielsen has left many people curious about whether she has a husband, who she's dating, and her past relationships, especially since she already has children.

"Gladiator" star Connie Nielsen is undeniably one of the most prominent actresses in the entertainment industry. Her soaring popularity has inevitably stirred curiosity about her private life.

Connie Nielsen is no stranger to dating men in the industry. However, at least two men she has been in a relationship with — a talented actor and a charismatic musician — continue to captivate fans' attention.

Connie Nielsen Has No Husband but Has Two Children

Connie has no known marriage, but she had past relationships with two men: Italian actor Fabio Sartor and Metallica band drummer Lars Ulrich. She has two sons from those relationships.

The Danish star treads carefully to avoid becoming excessively controlling, drawing from her encounters with overbearing parents. She has also taught her boys to contribute to household chores and encouraged them to embrace vulnerability. She said:

"I encourage them to pay attention to their feelings. Because when things disappear downstairs into the subconscious, those stifled feelings can wreak havoc."

Connie Had a Longer Relationship with Lars Ulrich than with Fabio Sartor

Fabio and Connie had a brief relationship when the actress lived and worked in Italy. However, details about their short-lived romance are limited. Together, the couple welcomed their son, Sebastian Sartor, on November 26, 1989.

Connie was dedicated to nurturing her sons into sensitive, self-protective individuals.

Like her, he is an actor renowned for his work in several Italian films, TV shows, and a handful of Hollywood movies. He has appeared in shows like the "Che Dio ci aiuti," "Un passo dal cielo," and "Il generale dei briganti." For movies, his most notable was "The Passion of the Christ" alongside Hollywood stars, including Mel Gibson, Jim Caviezel, and Monica Bellucci.

However, the duo's relationship dynamics changed after the actress transferred to the United States. It's unknown when the couple parted ways, but the former pair remained on good terms. Fabio continues to spend time with his son, frequently traveling between the US and Italy.

Meanwhile, Lars and Connie's relationship timeline was unclear, but they shared a lengthy relationship from 2004 to 2012. In 2004, they were spotted together at a dining spot in the West Village, which fueled romance rumors.

However, the year the romance rumors started brought significant changes to Lars and Connie's lives. Lars had separated from his wife, Skylar Satenstein, who was once romantically linked to actor Matt Damon.

Connie had also split from Fun Lovin' Criminals band frontman Huey Morgan. While marriage wasn't in the cards for Lars and Connie, they welcomed their son, Bryce Thadeus Ulrich-Nielsen, into the world in May 2007.

Connie Continues to Raise Her Kids as Emotionally-Connected Individuals

Despite not having a husband, Connie was dedicated to nurturing her sons into sensitive, self-protective individuals. Her concern arose from the pervasive macho culture in America, an idea she finds "terrifying."

To address this, the actress has ensured her sons received self-defense and karate training, highlighting the importance of their ability to safeguard themselves.

In addition to providing her sons with self-defense training, she has also instilled in them the value of emotional connectedness, even in the face of societal expectations for men to conceal their feelings.

Connie, despite her single status, appears content with the presence of her two beloved sons. Notable celebrities who embrace life as a single parent are Diane Keaton, Charlize Theron, Mindy Kaling, and Katie Holmes.