Los Angeles, CA – Harrison Ford expressed his heartfelt gratitude to his wife, Calista Flockhart, during his acceptance speech at the Critics Choice Awards. Receiving the Career Achievement Award, Ford became emotional as he spoke about the unwavering support he has received from his wife of 20 years. Without directly quoting Ford, he acknowledged Flockhart’s constant support and said, “I want to thank my lovely wife, Calista Flockhart, who supports me when I need a lot of support.” The camera panned to Flockhart, who was visibly moved by the tribute.
Ford and Flockhart first met in 2002 at the Golden Globes, where Ford was honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award and Flockhart was nominated for Best Actress for her role in “Ally McBeal.” They got married in 2010 after dating for eight years. Despite Flockhart taking breaks from her career to focus on raising their son, Liam, whom she adopted in 2001, Ford continued to work steadily in films and television. Ford praised Flockhart’s parenting skills, referring to her as a “mother by choice” and acknowledging her dedication to raising Liam.
As Liam has now grown up and recently graduated from college, the couple is entering a new phase of their lives as empty-nesters. In a 2023 interview, Ford expressed his desire to find a project they could work on together, but they have not found the right opportunity yet. Flockhart, known for her roles in “Brothers & Sisters” and “Supergirl,” is set to appear in the FX series “Feud: Capote vs. The Swans.” Meanwhile, Ford has multiple projects in the works, including the TV series “1923” and “Shrinking” and the film “Captain America: Brave New World,” scheduled for release in 2025.
Ford’s appreciation for Flockhart’s support extends beyond their personal lives. During the premiere of his series “Shrinking,” Ford spoke about his wife’s return to work after dedicating herself to raising their son. He expressed his hope of finding a project they could collaborate on, emphasizing the importance of Flockhart’s support in enabling him to pursue his passion. The couple’s love and support for each other continue to solidify their relationship as they navigate both their personal and professional lives.
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