Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris Confirm Secret 2025 Marriage in Upstate New York

Actress Sophia Bush and former professional soccer player Ashlyn Harris have confirmed they married during a private ceremony in upstate New York in the summer of 2025. The revelation, made public through an exclusive interview with Vogue on Wednesday, ends months of speculation regarding the couple’s relationship status following their initial romantic involvement in late 2024.

The intimate nuptials were attended exclusively by Harris’ two children, Sloane and Ocean. Rather than hosting a traditional reception immediately after the legal ceremony, the couple opted for a delayed celebration strategy, visiting friends and family individually over the subsequent months to share the news personally. Bush described the wedding night as a low-pressure family moment centered around roasting marshmallows with her new stepchildren, prioritizing domestic normalcy over industry pageantry.

Bush, known for her roles in “Grey’s Anatomy” and “One Tree Hill,” detailed the marriage in her upcoming memoir, “And I Will Tell You Mine: Notes From a Life in Progress.” She explained that the decision to go public now was driven by a desire for linguistic accuracy rather than publicity. After months of referring to Harris as her “partner” in interviews and panel discussions, Bush stated she wanted to stop self-censoring and accurately identify Harris as her wife.

Harris, a two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion and former NWSL goalkeeper, emphasized that while the couple fiercely guards their private life, public visibility remains a strategic necessity. She noted that despite the personal cost to their privacy, representing a visible same-sex marriage is essential for LGBTQ+ youth who lack representation. This stance aligns with Harris’ longstanding advocacy work; throughout her athletic career, she has been a prominent voice for equality in women’s sports and queer visibility, often leveraging her platform to support marginalized communities even when it invited scrutiny.

The timeline of their relationship moved quickly by celebrity standards. Bush and Harris first sparked dating rumors in November 2024 after being spotted together at a U.S. women’s national team match. Their connection deepened amid significant personal transitions for both women, including Harris’ retirement from professional soccer and her separation from fellow USWNT star Ali Krieger. The upstate New York location reflects a shift toward rural privacy for the couple, contrasting with the high-visibility media environments typical of Hollywood and professional athletics.

Bush’s memoir, which serves as the primary vehicle for this disclosure, is positioned as a collection of essays on personal evolution rather than a traditional celebrity tell-all. The book addresses themes of identity, career longevity, and navigating public life while attempting to build a blended family structure outside of conventional timelines.