Behind The Scenes Romance: The Real-Life Loves Of The 'My Name Is Earl' Cast, La Style!

Hollywood Heartbeats: Celebrating 20 Years of 'My Name Is Earl'

Can you believe it’s been two decades since 'My Name Is Earl' dropped on NBC with all that quirky, karma-chasing goodness? Premiering on Sept. 20, 2005, this sitcom had us hooked with Jason Lee as Earl Hickey, a small-time crook turned do-gooder after a lottery win and a crash course in karma. The show wrapped in 2009, but its legacy - and the tight-knit cast - still got that SoCal summer energy.

To mark the 20th anniversary in September 2025, the gang reunited at the Smoky Mountain Fan Fest, reminiscing about the wild ride. Jaime Pressly, who played Earl’s sassy ex-wife Joy Turner, summed up the love on Sept. 8 with a heartfelt post:

'What a dope crew of fans we’ve got! Thanks for sticking with our crazy show - it was the best time of our lives.'

From Ethan Suplee’s Randy to Nadine Velazquez’s Catalina, Eddie Steeples as Darnell, and recurring stars like Alyssa Milano, the cast’s real-life bonds are just as entertaining as their on-screen antics. Let’s roll down this Hollywood memory lane and spill the tea on their love lives, West Coast style!

Love in the Spotlight: The Cast’s Real Romances

Jason Lee and Ceren Lee - A Quiet Cali Love

Jason Lee, our karma-obsessed Earl, has been locked down with Ceren Lee (née Alkaç) since 2008. These two keep their romance low-key - think less Hollywood red carpet, more chill Venice Beach vibes - but they’ve been spotted supporting each other at glitzy events like Academy Awards viewing parties in West Hollywood.

Together, they’ve got three kids - daughters Casper (2008) and Alberta 'Birdy' (2017), plus son Sonny (2012). Jason also shares a son, Pilot Inspektor, with ex-fiancée Beth Jean Riesgraf. The Lees even renewed their vows on Nov. 11, 2011, proving their love’s got staying power. After a brief stint in Texas, Jason - now dabbling in photography - brought the fam back to Cali, as he told The Guardian in 2020.

Ethan Suplee and Brandy Lewis - Teen Sweethearts Turned Power Couple

Ethan Suplee, aka Earl’s lovable bro Randy, has a love story straight outta a rom-com. He’s been married to Brandy Lewis since 2006, but get this - they met as teenagers! Ethan was head over heels back then, though Brandy initially saw him as just a buddy, he revealed to PEOPLE in 2022.

Fast forward to 2001, and sparks finally flew. Ethan credits Brandy’s acceptance - especially during his struggles with weight - as the foundation for his personal wins. They’ve got two daughters, Frances Clementine (2005) and Billie Grace (2007), plus Brandy’s two girls, Lily and Bella, from a past relationship. By 2022, these two were already grandparents, living that full-circle SoCal family life.

Jaime Pressly and Hamzi Hijazi - Unconventional but Tight

Jaime Pressly, who brought the fire as Joy, has been with Hamzi Hijazi since at least 2020, rocking a relationship that’s anything but cookie-cutter. 'We’re not married, but I call him my husband, and he calls me his wife,' she told Raise Magazine, serving up that laid-back LA attitude.

They’re parents to twin sons, Leo and Lenon, born in October 2017, and Jaime also has a son, Dezi (born May 2007), with ex Eric Cubiche. She keeps co-parenting smooth, splitting holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve with Dezi’s dad. It’s all about balance in this Hollywood-adjacent household.

Nadine Velazquez - Solo and Shining

Nadine Velazquez, our fave motel maid Catalina, seems to be flying solo these days. She was previously hitched to talent agent Marc Provissiero, but they split in 2011, as she shared in a blog post at the time. Nadine keeps her dating life under wraps - more private than a Malibu beach estate.

Instead, she’s all about the grind, posting on Instagram about her projects and throwing it back to 'My Name Is Earl' days. After the Smoky Mountain Fan Fest, she gave fans major feels on Sept. 6, thanking them for 20 years of memories and stories that made her 'laugh, cry, and fall in love' with how connected we all are through entertainment.

Eddie Steeples and Paola Menacho - Family First

Eddie Steeples, who played Darnell with that signature chill, is coupled up with Paola Menacho. They recently celebrated their daughter Luna’s birthday in July 2025, and Eddie’s post melted hearts, calling her the 'Love of my Life.'

Luna’s already stepping into the spotlight, following Dad’s footsteps with a role in 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.' It’s clear this family’s got talent running deep, straight outta their LA roots.

Alyssa Milano and David Bugliari - A Match Made in Hollywood

Alyssa Milano, who popped up as Billie in recurring episodes, has been married to talent agent David Bugliari since 2009. Their meet-cute? Through 'This Is Us' star Milo Ventimiglia during the 2007 film 'Pathology.' Alyssa even credited Milo for giving her the green light to date an agent from her agency, she told PEOPLE in 2017.

Engaged in December 2008, they tied the knot in August 2009 and welcomed two kids - son Milo (named after Ventimiglia) and daughter Elizabella. Celebrating 16 years in August 2025, Alyssa posted a throwback wedding pic with a caption dripping in love: 'Sixteen years, David! Our love is the life between the big moments.' That’s some serious West Hollywood romance right there.