At a Glance
- Amy Madigan and Ed Harris have been married for 40 years, sharing one daughter, 32.
- Madigan earned Best Supporting Actress honors at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards for her role in Weapons.
- She is up for her first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 2026.
- Why it matters: The couple’s enduring partnership and Madigan’s career milestone illustrate how personal support can fuel artistic success.
Amy Madigan reflected on her four decades of marriage and her recent Oscar nomination during the New York Film Critics Circle Awards, where she also received the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance in Weapons.
A 40-Year Marriage
Madigan and Harris, both 75, married in 1983. The pair have built a partnership grounded in mutual love and hard work. In an interview at the awards ceremony, Madigan said, “We just love each other and we work really hard at that and in our work.” She added that they have no special trick to keeping their relationship strong.
Critical Acclaim for Weapons
Weapons, released in August 2025, follows several characters in the aftermath of the mysterious disappearance of several elementary school students overnight. Madigan’s portrayal of the antagonist Aunt Gladys became a fan-favorite, helping propel the film into one of the year’s best-loved movies. The New York Film Critics Circle Awards honored her with Best Supporting Actress.
Madigan shared how Ed Harris reacted to her role: “He loved it. He’s known me a long time and he saw all the parts of myself melded into Aunt Gladys. So, I have a very supportive family, my daughter also, so I’m very lucky.” She emphasized the importance of family support during her awards season.
Family Support
Harris and Madigan share one daughter, Lily, who is 32. Lily has dabbled in acting, appearing in a 2021 episode of Chicago Med and in the 2025 film Skillhouse. When asked about her family’s support, Madigan said, “They’re just saying, ‘You can do it. Hang in there,'” adding, “I’m like, ‘I don’t want to get hair and makeup done again,’ and they’re like, ‘It’s okay.'”
Awards and Nominations
Madigan’s accolades for Weapons include:
| Award | Category | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New York Film Critics Circle Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Jan 6 2026 |
| Critics Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Jan 4 2026 |
| Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated (March 2026) |
She won the Critics Choice Award on Jan 4 2026 and was also nominated for a Golden Globe. In December, she told News Of Los Angeles that both she and Harris were “having a good giggle about it.” She reflected on the honor: “I think really what it means is that if you get an opportunity to work on a wonderful script and it’s a great part, regardless of who you are, and where you live, and what age you are, if you’re an actor, you wait for those opportunities and moments, so it just feels great.”
Looking Ahead
Madigan’s first Academy Award nomination marks a significant milestone in her career. Her continued partnership with Harris and the encouragement from their daughter Lily underscore the personal foundations behind her professional achievements. As the awards season progresses, Madigan’s story serves as a reminder of how enduring relationships can support artistic growth.
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This article is based on an interview conducted by Sophia A. Reynolds and published by News Of Los Angeles on January 26 2026.
