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Covert Couple: Piper Perabo and Husband Thrive on Set Collaboration
1 Nov
Summary
- Piper Perabo and husband Stephen Kay met on the set of Covert Affairs
- Perabo recalls learning to drive a manual car for a chase scene with Kay's help
- Perabo reflects on her breakout role in the 2000 film Coyote Ugly
In 2025, actress Piper Perabo and her husband, director Stephen Kay, remain a collaborative duo after meeting on the set of the USA Network spy series Covert Affairs. Kay recently expressed his enthusiasm for working with Perabo, stating, "I would work with her all day, every day." Perabo echoed this sentiment, describing Kay as "my favorite director" and noting the trust they share.
The couple's on-set chemistry blossomed during the filming of Covert Affairs, where Perabo played a flirtatious, intelligent CIA agent named Annie Walker. Perabo recounted a memorable moment from the production, when she had to learn to drive a manual transmission car for a chase scene in Marrakesh, Morocco. With Kay's guidance, Perabo was able to master the skill and impress him in the process.
Perabo also reflected on her breakout role in the 2000 film Coyote Ugly, where she portrayed an aspiring songwriter who moves to New York City and takes a job at a trendy bar. Perabo described the experience as "a fulfillment of my dreams" and was amazed that the film continues to resonate with audiences today.
