Who is Michelle Dockery husband? What to know about Jasper Waller-Bridge

Michelle Dockery and husband Jasper Waller-Bridge. Credit: Jeff Spicer/Getty
At the London premiere of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Michelle Dockery revealed she is pregnant with her first child. The actress, known worldwide as Lady Mary Crawley, turned heads in a chic gown that highlighted her growing baby bump.
But while fans celebrated Dockery’s news, many were curious about the man by her side: her husband Jasper Waller-Bridge. Who exactly is the man Michelle calls her partner in life and now parenthood?
Who Is Jasper Waller-Bridge?
Jasper Waller-Bridge is a British film producer, music manager, and entrepreneur. He is the brother of acclaimed actress and writer Phoebe Waller-Bridge, creator of Fleabag. Jasper has built an impressive career behind the scenes, working at Island Records, Sony Music, and later managing top talents at YMU Group.
In 2020, he co-founded Day One Pictures, a production company behind the Disney+ miniseries Camden. His creative work and business ventures reflect his versatility across music, film, and television.
How Did Michelle Dockery and Jasper Waller-Bridge Meet?
The couple reportedly met through mutual friends in 2019 and quickly formed a close connection. Their relationship became public later that year, sparking excitement among fans of both the Downton Abbey star and the Waller-Bridge family.
By January 2022, Dockery and Jasper announced their engagement in The Times. A year later, in September 2023, they married in a private London ceremony at St. Nicholas’ Church in Chiswick, surrounded by family and close friends.
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A Love Story Marked by Healing and New Beginnings
Dockery’s marriage to Jasper Waller-Bridge has been viewed as a healing chapter in her life. In 2015, she suffered the devastating loss of her fiancé John Dineen to cancer. The tragedy left a profound mark on the actress, who described herself as a “widow” in interviews.
Her relationship with Jasper marked a new beginning, giving her both stability and joy. Their marriage, now blessed with the anticipation of a child, is being celebrated as a powerful story of resilience, love, and renewal.
Why Fans Are Excited About This Next Chapter
Fans across the world have expressed joy at Dockery’s pregnancy announcement, noting the symbolic timing: the arrival of her first child coincides with the finale of Downton Abbey, the role that made her a household name.
With Jasper Waller-Bridge by her side, a creative partner with his own impressive career, Michelle Dockery is stepping into both motherhood and a new chapter of personal fulfillment.