Jessie Buckley’s spouse displayed deep emotions as she made history at the Oscars ceremony. The 36-year-old star became the first Irish woman to win the prestigious Best Actress award and expressed gratitude to her husband, Freddie Sorenson, on stage in Hollywood.
Dressed in an elegant pink and red satin gown, with her short blonde hair styled back to showcase her impeccable makeup, Jessie publicly praised Freddie. He embraced her tightly and wiped away tears at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, surrounded by fellow celebrities.
During her acceptance speech, Jessie lovingly addressed her husband, saying, “You, Fred, I love you man. I love you; you’re the most incredible dad.”
She then revealed the name of their baby, adding, “You’re my best friend, and I want to have 20,000 more babies with you, I do. I do! And Isla, my little girl who is eight months old, who is likely dreaming of milk, this is a significant moment, and I adore you and cherish being your mom, and I’m eager to explore life alongside you.”
Jessie, acclaimed for her portrayal of William Shakespeare’s wife, Agnes, in “Hamnet,” met her partner through a blind date. They tied the knot in 2023 and welcomed their first child together last year.
In an interview with British Vogue in January 2026, Jessie mentioned that Freddie prefers to maintain a low profile due to his work in the mental health sector. Despite his reserved nature, she described him as “extraordinary” and humorously noted his enjoyment of canapés at her promotional events for “Hamnet.”
The couple’s initial meeting was arranged by a music executive, leading to a stroll along Regent’s Canal in London followed by drinks. Jessie had previously shared that Freddie, originally from London, keeps a low public profile due to his profession.
Their wedding was organized in just seven weeks at their countryside residence in 2023, attended by a small group of 40 guests. The event was catered by a café in London where they frequented during the early stages of their relationship.
Before her Oscars triumph, Jessie had already secured accolades at the Bafta, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice awards for the 2025/2026 season. Her role as Shakespeare’s wife, Agnes, in “Hamnet,” an adaptation of Maggie O Farrell’s work, has been widely praised for its portrayal of the Shakespeare family coping with the loss of their son.
Reflecting on her experience filming “Hamnet,” Jessie described it as life-changing and expressed her honor at being nominated for the Best Actress category at the Oscars this year.