A complete timeline of Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith's relationship, from a '3-night stand' to marriage to divorce
- Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith started dating in 2018, after meeting at a party.
- Jackson previously told Insider that their relationship began with a steamy "three-night stand."
October 2018: Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith meet at a party
According to Us Weekly, the two hit it off at Usher's 40th birthday celebration, and spent the night dancing together.
Jackson told Insider in a July 2021 interview that he and Turner-Smith had a strong sexual connection when they first met.
Although the "Queen & Slim" actress had previously revealed on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" that the pair had a passionate "one-night stand" after meeting, Jackson clarified to Insider that it was "technically a three-night stand."
"I mean, when we tell the baby the story, I think I'm probably going to lead with, 'I saw your mother from across the room and just like knew I had to be with her,' which is also true," Jackson said. "But my wife is not telling a lie when she says we'd started off mostly with sex."
January 2019: The two spark romance rumors after they both post pictures in Nicaragua — and privately get engaged while there
Jackson and Turner-Smith rang in the New Year together, but didn't actually reference one another or confirm they were together, as they both shared photos of a sunset over a swimming pool in Nicaragua.
In her caption, Turner-Smith called 2019 "already something out of my wildest dream," while Jackson wrote, "Ok 2019. I see you."
Jackson later confirmed in July 2021 that it was on this New Year's Eve trip that Turner-Smith proposed to him.
August 2019: Jackson and Turner-Smith are spotted with what appears to be a marriage license, and Turner-Smith confirms the relationship on Instagram
Us Weekly reported that, per the Daily Mail, the couple were photographed leaving a Beverly Hills courthouse with the document in hand.
That same month, Turner-Smith shared a photo of herself staring into Jackson's eyes, with the caption, "two people who only fancy each other a little bit," seeming to finally confirm their romance.
November 2019: Turner-Smith wears a diamond ring on her left hand at the 'Queen & Slim' premiere
At the same event, Jackson wore a gold band on his left hand ring finger, further fueling speculation that the pair had secretly tied the knot. The couple confirmed their marriage — and that they were expecting a child together — a few weeks later.
Jackson shared in a August 2021 interview that he "re-proposed" to Turner-Smith after she popped the question for the first time during their 2019 New Year's Eve trip in Nicaragua.
Even though it was actually Turner-Smith who first asked Jackson to marry her, the "Dr. Death" star told Refinery29 that he also wanted a chance to propose the "old-fashioned" way.
"We were in Nicaragua on a beautiful moonlit night, it could not possibly have been more romantic," Jackson said. "And yes, my wife did propose to me and yes, I did say yes."
According to the actor, however, he was "still old school enough" to ask Turner-Smith for a chance to propose himself — and ask her father and stepfather for her hand in marriage.
"'I would like the opportunity to re-propose those to you and do it the old fashioned way down on bended knee,'" Jackson recalled telling Turner-Smith.
January 2020: Turner-Smith shares a photo of her baby bump to Instagram
While promoting her appearance on "The Graham Norton Show," the actress shared several photos with her belly on full display. Turner-Smith included the hashtags "#BunInTheOvenButMakeItFashun" and "#HereIsThatBumpYouveBeenAskingFor" in her post.
April 2020: The couple welcome a baby daughter in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic
Turner-Smith opted to give birth at home, as hospital restrictions due to the pandemic meant that Jackson likely wouldn't have been allowed in the delivery room with her.
Jackson also told Esquire that their decision was also due to the discrimination many Black women face within the American healthcare system.
"The American medical system has a horrendous track record with Black women," he said.
May 2020: Jackson shares a heartfelt post to Instagram in honor of Turner-Smith's first Mother's Day
"Dear Jodie, On this most special of mothers days I want to thank you for the being the light that you are. For the the passion with which you threw yourself into nurturing and protecting our child when she was in your womb. For the dedication and will you showed bringing her into the world," Jackson's caption read in part.
"I have never witnessed a more powerful being than you through those moments," he wrote, adding: "I love you. I love seeing you enter the pantheon of mothers. And I look forward to walking this path by your side as we nurture this little engine of joy you have blessed the world with."
June 2021: Turner-Smith posts a throwback pregnancy photo for Father's Day
"i thank god every day that you hold the both of us in your strong, capable hands," Turner-Smith captioned the photo, which showed Jackson resting his face on her bare baby bump.
"you are the best father and husband and friend. thank you for waiting for us," the actress concluded.
November 2021: The couple stars in a heartwarming holiday ad for J.Crew
Both Turner-Smith and Jackson shared snaps from the campaign to their Instagram. In the photos, the two are wearing festive outfits and cuddling together.
"The last time I got together with @jcrew was for their 1998 catalog with my Dawson's Creek cast! Now I'm back with my beautiful wife @jodiesmith getting creative in their holiday campaign," Jackson captioned a photo on Instagram.
February 2022: Turner-Smith shares what appears to be a glimpse of their daughter to social media
Only the child's hand (holding a flower) and foot are seen in the photo, which was included in a roundup of photos from Turner-Smith's trip to Miami.
March 2022: The couple steps out together in Milan for the Gucci fashion show and in Los Angeles for the Critics' Choice Awards
Turner-Smith posted photos of the two's whirlwind trip (the couple only spent about 12 hours in Milan) to Instagram, and thanked Gucci designer Alessandro Michele for inviting them.
"I am honoured to be alive to witness your iconic reign at this incredible fashion house," the "After Yang" actress wrote.
The two also made a glamorous appearance at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards.
Jackson, who was nominated for best actor in a limited series at the event for his work in "Dr. Death," joked to Entertainment Tonight that the couple's toddler daughter wanted to "come to work" with them when the two left the house for the event.
His black shawl lapel tuxedo and Turner-Smith's teal satin gown were both from Gucci, according to Vogue.
May 2, 2022: The stars couple up to attend the Met Gala
Turner-Smith and Jackson both wore glamorous outfits designed by Gucci.
Prior to stepping out at the Met Gala, Turner-Smith told People magazine that she likes attending events with Jackson "because I love the way that he holds space for me to enjoy myself — like, let me just spread my wings fully, and loves to see me do it."
September 21, 2022: Turner-Smith and Jackson gush about their relationship in a joint interview with Forbes
Jackson called Turner-Smith a "wonderful wife" and "spectacular mother," and spoke about feeling "honored" to see her step into motherhood. The actor also spoke about seeing Turner-Smith being "empowered" in the fashion industry
"I love watching my wife be able to be uplifted and celebrated and seeing how fed she is by that makes me a very, very happy man when I get to see that," he said.
Turner-Smith, for her part, said that she had never been in a relationship with anyone who supported her in the way that Jackson did.
"That is one of my favorite things about him," she said, explaining her challenges as a Black woman.
"What I admire is the strength of a man to be able to have a powerful woman and want to lift her up and not break her down," she said. It has been so magical to just see him be a dad."
Turner-Smith also shared similar comments about her husband's support in an interview with Bustle, published in December 2022.
March 12, 2023: The duo attend the Vanity Fair Oscar afterparty
Turner-Smith wore a black and red gown featuring crystals while Jackson opted for a black tux, both of which were designed by Gucci.
April 16, 2023: Jackson says that Turner-Smith changed his stance on marriage and kids
"Partially, it's age. Partially, it's about finding somebody in the right moment of life," he told The Times. "If we had met five years earlier we probably would have had a torrid affair. I didn't think I ever wanted to get married."
September 2023: The couple step out for New York Fashion Week and celebrate Turner-Smith's 37th birthday
On September 5, they were all smiles at J.Crew's New York Fashion Week party at Pier 17. Days later, they attended the launch of Lotus Emeya.
Turner-Smith and Jackson were also photographed going out to celebrate her birthday in New York City that month.
October 2, 2023: News breaks that Turner-Smith filed for divorce from Jackson
The breakup was first reported by TMZ.
Turner-Smith filed for divorce from Jackson citing "irreconcilable differences," according to court documents obtained by Insider.
September 13, 2023 was listed as Turner-Smith and Jackson's date of separation. Turner-Smith asked for joint custody of their 3-year-old daughter, Juno.