Peter Facinelli lovingly refers to his fiancée, Lily Anne Harrison, as his ‘wife,’ despite them not being officially married yet. The couple’s engagement was revealed back in January 2020, after Facinelli proposed to Harrison during a holiday trip to Mazatlan, Mexico. While they are in no rush to tie the knot, the actor, 51, and his partner, 36, already live their lives as if they are husband and wife.
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At the New York Premiere of The Unbreakable Boy on Feb. 19 at AMC Lincoln Square, Facinelli shared with Us Weekly that, for now, the wedding feels more like a party than a necessity for them. He expressed, “I call her my wife. I treat her like my wife. So we’ll get to the paper and the party eventually.” With their focus currently on their new baby, son Jack, born on Sept. 5, 2022, wedding planning has taken a back seat due to their busy schedules.
Facinelli mentioned that every day with Lily is a celebration of love for them, emphasizing that they are relishing their time as parents and partners. Reflecting on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, he shared that the global situation played a role in halting their wedding plans. The actor also disclosed that when the time comes to plan their special day, he is likely to let Harrison take the lead in making key decisions, prioritizing her happiness on their beachside ceremony.
The couple’s love story extends beyond their engagement, as Facinelli co-parents three daughters, Luca, Lola, and Fiona, with his ex-wife Jennie Garth. Despite their divorce in 2012 following an 11-year marriage, Facinelli and Garth have worked on maintaining an amicable relationship over the years. Their commitment to co-parenting was reinforced when Garth and her husband found refuge with Facinelli during the Los Angeles wildfires.
As Facinelli and Harrison navigate their relationship journey, surrounded by love and family, they are savoring every moment before officially becoming husband and wife. The couple’s dedication to each other and their shared responsibilities as parents reflect a bond based on respect and communication, setting a heartwarming example for blended families. Their story serves as a reminder that love knows no bounds and can flourish in various forms, with or without a legal union.