Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley have been together for more than 20 years. Their story began on a music video set, led to a winter wedding in Utah, and grew into a family of five.
This updated article replaces a version that contradicted itself on almost every key fact. The timeline below uses one consistent, verified set of dates.
Who Are Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley?
Katherine Heigl
Katherine Marie Heigl was born on 24 November 1978 in Washington, D.C. She is an American actress and former model.
She is best known as Dr. Izzie Stevens on Grey’s Anatomy. She won an Emmy Award in 2007 for supporting actress for that role. Her film work includes Knocked Up and 27 Dresses, and she later starred in Firefly Lane.
Josh Kelley
Joshua Bishop Kelley was born on 30 January 1980 in Augusta, Georgia. He is an American singer-songwriter and musician.
He first gained attention in pop rock, with songs including “Amazing” and “Only You”. He later moved into country music. His younger brother is Charles Kelley, a member of the country trio Lady A.
How They Met: 2005
Heigl and Kelley met in spring 2005 on the set of Kelley’s music video for “Only You”. Heigl appeared in the video as Kelley’s love interest.
Kelley later recalled the meeting day as 24 May 2005, in an account reported by Billboard. Heigl has said they started dating that day.
They did not meet in 2004, and they did not meet on the film The Ringer. Both of those claims appeared in the old article. They are incorrect and have been removed.
Engagement: June 2006
After about a year of dating, Kelley proposed to Heigl in June 2006. Heigl has said she raised the subject of marriage first, and Kelley then proposed.
At the time, Heigl was a star on Grey’s Anatomy. The couple chose not to live together before marriage. Heigl later said she wanted to keep something special for the marriage itself.
Wedding: 23 December 2007
Heigl and Kelley married on 23 December 2007 in Park City, Utah. The ceremony took place at the Stein Eriksen Lodge.
It was a winter wedding, held in a tent decorated in white. Heigl wore an Oscar de la Renta gown. Her Grey’s Anatomy co-stars T.R. Knight and Sandra Oh were among the guests.
Their Children
Heigl and Kelley have three children: two adopted daughters and one biological son.
| Child | Born / joined the family | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Naleigh (Nancy Leigh Mi-Eun Kelley) | Adopted in September 2009 | Adopted from South Korea, the birthplace of Heigl’s adopted sister Meg |
| Adalaide Marie Hope Kelley | Adopted in April 2012 | Adopted in the United States |
| Joshua Bishop Kelley Jr. | Born 20 December 2016 | The couple’s first biological child, born three days before their ninth wedding anniversary |
The old article gave several different counts: two children, three children, and “two daughters and a son” in different sections. The correct total is three children, as shown above.
Life in Utah
After their wedding, Heigl and Kelley built a life in Utah, away from the daily pace of Hollywood. They made Oakley, Utah, their permanent home in 2012.
They raised their children there and kept their family life far more private than many celebrity couples. Heigl has spoken about balancing acting work with family life, and Kelley has continued his music career.
Where They Stand in 2026
As of November 2026, Heigl and Kelley remain married. There is no credible report of a divorce or separation.
In early 2026, the couple spoke publicly about a joint project: restoring an old farmhouse in Utah. Heigl described it in a January 2026 video as a “mid-life crisis project” they were taking on together.
In July 2026, reports based on The Wall Street Journal said the couple had listed their longtime 25-acre Oakley estate for $10.6 million. The reason was a move to the smaller, nearby farmhouse they had restored, not a split.
Unconfirmed divorce or infidelity rumours are not repeated here as fact. No credible reporting supports them.
One Marriage, Not Two
Heigl has been married once, to Josh Kelley, since 23 December 2007.
The old article claimed she married twice: first in 2007, and again in 2016 to a lawyer and state senator named Josh Kelley. That second marriage never happened.
What did happen in 2016 was the birth of their son, Joshua, on 20 December 2016. The old article appears to have turned that family event into a second wedding.
There was also no elopement in December 2001. Heigl and Kelley had not yet met in 2001. They met in 2005.
Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley: Timeline at a Glance
- Spring 2005: Meet on the set of Kelley’s “Only You” music video
- June 2006: Engaged
- 23 December 2007: Married at Stein Eriksen Lodge, Park City, Utah
- September 2009: Adopt daughter Naleigh from South Korea
- April 2012: Adopt daughter Adalaide in the United States
- 20 December 2016: Son Joshua is born
- January 2026: Begin restoring a farmhouse in Utah together
- July 2026: List their longtime Oakley estate, planning a move to the restored farmhouse nearby
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley meet?
They met in spring 2005 on the set of his music video for “Only You”. Heigl appeared in the video.
When did Katherine Heigl marry Josh Kelley?
They married on 23 December 2007 in Park City, Utah.
How many times has Katherine Heigl been married?
Once. She has been married to Josh Kelley since 2007.
How many children do Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley have?
Three: daughters Naleigh and Adalaide, and son Joshua.
Are Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley still married in 2026?
Yes, according to credible reporting in 2026. They were working together on a Utah farmhouse restoration and a house move that year.
Did Katherine Heigl elope in 2001?
No. That claim is incorrect. She met Kelley in 2005, four years later.
What is Josh Kelley’s net worth?
No reliable figure is stated here. The old article’s $8 million figure was unsourced, and other sites give very different estimates, including a combined figure with Heigl. Net worth estimates from celebrity sites are not reliable evidence, so none is used.
