Dermot Mulroney’s love and family life: from famous wife to Oscar-nominated ex

The My Best Friend’s Wedding star has been married to cellist Prima Apollinaare since 2008

Dermot Mulroney is back on our TV screens as Chicago Fire’s new chief, Dom Pascal – and we are loving watching him in the new 13th season.

The 60-year-old is a big name in the acting world and is perhaps best known for starring opposite Julia Roberts in the 1997 romcom, My Best Friend’s Wedding. Since then, he’s appeared in a wide range of blockbuster films and major TV shows, including Zodiac, Anyone But You, and New Girl. But how much do you know about his life away from the cameras? Find out about his family life here, including his famous wife, Prima Apollinaare, and his Oscar-winning ex.

Tharita Cesaroni and Dermot Mulroney in 2023

Dermot’s musician wife Prima Apollinaare

Since 2008, Dermot has been happily married to Italian musician, Prima Apollinaare, formerly known as Tharita Cutulle. The professional cellist and singer-songwriter reportedly changed her name in 2015, although hasn’t publicly explained why.

Prima is incredibly supportive of Dermot’s career and has watched nearly all of his movies. She told Entertainment Weekly earlier this year: “I watch all of his movies. To be honest with you, I think the only movie I did not see of his is Scream VI, not because I don’t care for it, it’s just I don’t care for the genre. But I always think his movies are excellent. I really like it.”

Dermot Mulroney with his wife Prima Apollinaare

Dermot and Prima’s two daughters

Dermot and Prima are parents to two daughters: Mabel Ray, who was born in 2008, and Sally Mulroney, who arrived shortly after in 2009.

Dermot Mulroney and his dog, Polar

Dermot’s adorable dogs

Dermot and Prime have a clan of adorable dogs, including Lucy Loo, Luna, Posie, Polar and Sweetie. Back in May, Dermot introduced the adorable Chihuahua to his Instagram followers. “Introducing: Polar,” began the star, adding the hashtag: “#themanofthehouse.”

Posie’s litter-mate and life partner,” he continued. “Weight reduction plan, down 2.5 lbs! tough for a #chubbychihuahua hoping for single digits soon.”

Catherine Keener & Dermot Mulroney in 2002

Dermot’s famous ex-wife