Keri Russell spoke about the time spent apart from Matthew Rhys
13 october 2026 в 20:28
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys are comfortable with spending time apart. In a recent episode of the podcast «Dear Chelsea», - Russell, 50, spoke about her long-term love for Rhys, 51, noting that they have a «gift» — the opportunity to often be apart.
She explained that when Rhys is away, «home is» her space. «As hard as it is… The bed is mine. The rules are mine», - she added, noting that she goes to bed at 9 PM. Russell also mentioned that while she probably misses him when he’s not around, she prefers her own rules. «He comes back, and everyone is so happy, and we’re happy. You know, being apart is nice», - she added.
The actress also shared that when they are working on projects, they «ideally» try to see each other every two weeks. Russell noted that working in the film industry can be strange, especially when she has to kiss other actors, but she doesn’t worry that it could become an issue in their relationship.
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys met in 2002 at a party, and ten years later, they began working together on the series «The Americans», - where they played married couple Elizabeth and Philip Jennings. Russell was previously married to Shane Deary, from whom she separated in 2013. In 2014, she and Rhys confirmed their relationship, and two years later, they welcomed their son, Sam.
In the episode, Russell also touched on the topic of a possible marriage with Rhys, noting that for many people, marriage has a different meaning. «I don’t need my last name to disappear. I’m fine with that. If you want to be here, be here. If not, that’s fine too», - she concluded.
She explained that when Rhys is away, «home is» her space. «As hard as it is… The bed is mine. The rules are mine», - she added, noting that she goes to bed at 9 PM. Russell also mentioned that while she probably misses him when he’s not around, she prefers her own rules. «He comes back, and everyone is so happy, and we’re happy. You know, being apart is nice», - she added.
The actress also shared that when they are working on projects, they «ideally» try to see each other every two weeks. Russell noted that working in the film industry can be strange, especially when she has to kiss other actors, but she doesn’t worry that it could become an issue in their relationship.
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys met in 2002 at a party, and ten years later, they began working together on the series «The Americans», - where they played married couple Elizabeth and Philip Jennings. Russell was previously married to Shane Deary, from whom she separated in 2013. In 2014, she and Rhys confirmed their relationship, and two years later, they welcomed their son, Sam.
In the episode, Russell also touched on the topic of a possible marriage with Rhys, noting that for many people, marriage has a different meaning. «I don’t need my last name to disappear. I’m fine with that. If you want to be here, be here. If not, that’s fine too», - she concluded.
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