The Conners Cast’s Real-Life Relationships Revealed

HOLLYWOOD, CA — Fans of the ABC series The Conners may be intrigued by the romantic lives of its cast members, who often portray complex relationships on screen. John Goodman, who plays Dan Conner, and Katey Sagal, who portrays Louise, have off-screen commitments that showcase their dedication to family.

Goodman and his wife, Annabeth Hartzog, have been married since 1989. The actor fondly recalled how they met at a Halloween party in New Orleans. In a 2012 interview, he reminisced, saying, ‘She walked up to me and said, “Hi.” I couldn’t figure out why anyone that pretty was talking to me.’

Meanwhile, Sagal has been married to Kurt Sutter since 2004. They initially met through mutual friends, and Sagal described their immediate connection. ‘He called me like a couple of months later and asked me to coffee, and we went and kind of never left each other after that,’ Sagal said. The couple welcomed their daughter in 2007.

In contrast, Laurie Metcalf, who plays Jackie Harris, has navigated multiple relationships throughout her life. She was married to former co-star Matt Roth and shares three children with him. Metcalf also has a daughter from her first marriage.

Jay R. Ferguson, who plays Ben Olinksy, shares a family with his wife Lorena Ruiz, and they have three children together. Ferguson has spoken openly about the demands of parenthood, humorously noting the struggle to keep up with his sons’ appetites.

Goranson, now returning as Becky Conner, has largely kept her personal life private, despite her character’s romantic storylines. Other cast members, like Sara Gilbert, have also faced public scrutiny, especially after her marriage to musician Linda Perry, which ended in 2024.

A charming development in the cast’s personal lives includes that of Emma Kenney, who is currently dating Conrad Hilton, known for his famous family. Their relationship has sparked interest among fans since rumors began in late 2024.

As the series concluded its seven-year run, the cast members of The Conners have demonstrated that, whether on screen or off, love takes many forms.