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Peet & Benioff: A Hollywood Love Story
4 Apr
Summary
- Amanda Peet married Game of Thrones co-creator David Benioff.
- They met on a blind date set up by screenwriter Peter Blake.
- The couple tied the knot in September 2006 at Friends Seminary.
Amanda Peet, an American actress known for her roles in various films and series, is currently featured in the Apple TV+ drama "Your Friends & Neighbors." Her personal life has drawn attention due to her marriage to David Benioff, the co-creator of HBO's hit series "Game of Thrones."
Peet and Benioff first met on a blind date in 2002, arranged by mutual friend Peter Blake. Their relationship blossomed, and they married on September 30, 2006, at Friends Seminary, Peet's alma mater in New York City.
The couple has three children: daughters Frances "Frankie" Pen and Molly June, and son Henry Peet Friedman. As of April 2026, they are 19, 16, and 11 years old, respectively. Peet has also candidly shared her experience of discussing her breast cancer diagnosis with her daughters.
Beyond his work on "Game of Thrones," Benioff has also penned novels and screenplays, including "Troy" and "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Following "Game of Thrones," he and his creative partner signed a significant deal with Netflix, leading to projects like "3 Body Problem."
