Who Is Dave McCary? All We Know About Emma Stone’s Husband

As a lifestyle expert with a keen eye for celebrity dynamics and a soft spot for heartwarming love stories, I must say that Emma Stone and Dave McCary are a match made in Hollywood heaven. Their serendipitous meeting on the set of Saturday Night Live, followed by their low-key yet romantic courtship, makes their tale as enchanting as any script penned for the silver screen.


Emma Stone is currently one of the most successful actresses working in Hollywood today, consistently impressing fans with her powerful performances across various film projects. She tied the knot with Dave McCary, a former writer for Saturday Night Live, whom she met on the show in 2016 during her hosting stint and while collaborating on a sketch titled Wells for Boys.

In December 2019, the pair became engaged and secretly wed in the following year. Ever since then, they’ve chosen to keep their relationship under wraps, preferring to stay out of the public eye when it comes to discussing each other. However, it’s worth noting that Emma Stone had previously been linked to Andrew Garfield, her co-star from The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Their relationship ended in 2015. Now, let’s delve deeper into the life of Emma Stone’s husband, Dave McCary.

Who is Dave McCary, Emma Stone’s husband?

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d like to share some insights about Dave McCary, my personal connection being his spouse, Emma Stone’s husband. Hailing from the vibrant city of San Diego, California, Dave has made quite an impact in the world of comedy, direction, and writing.

In 2017, the versatile director McCary launched his first feature-length film directing career with the comedy-drama “Brigsby Bear.” Later in 2019, he took on the roles of director and executive producer for the comedic series “My Favourite Shapes,” created by Julio Torres.

2016: Dave McCary met Emma Stone when she hosted SNL

In 2016, it’s said that Dave McCary and Emma Stone crossed paths on the set of Saturday Night Live during one of her hosting stints. They collaborated on a skit titled “Wells for Boys,” with McCary being the writer.

2017: Dave McCary directed Brigsby Bear

In the year 2017, Dave McCary, a previous writer for Saturday Night Live, premiered his first directorial effort, the comedy-drama movie titled “Brigsby Bear.” This film garnered favorable remarks from many critics.

Prior to the movie, there were whispers that Emma Stone and McCary might be in a relationship. Yet, it was during the Brigsby Bear premiere party when a spectator, who happened to be a fan, videotaped them exiting together, sparking further discussion about their possible romance.

December 4, 2019: Dave McCary proposed to actress Emma Stone at the SNL office

Elle magazine reports that Emma Stone’s partner is said to have proposed to her in 2019 at Saturday Night Live (SNL) headquarters, a place where they are believed to have first crossed paths. The publication mentioned that the love-struck couple got engaged within the New York City office, and according to Page Six, this momentous event took place at the NBC building on 30 Rock.

According to the source, the insider mentioned that no one was present, and based on all reports, it was a very romantic setting. Moreover, as reported by the outlet, he made the announcement about their engagement on Instagram. McCary posted a photo of himself alongside his fiancée Stone, who displayed her engagement ring in the picture.

March 13, 2021: Emma Stone and Dave McCary welcomed their first child, a girl

It’s been reported by TMZ that although Emma Stone didn’t announce it herself, she and her partner Dave McCary became parents to a baby girl in March 2021 in LA. The couple hasn’t shared the child’s name with the public as of now.

In a 2018 conversation with Elle magazine, Jennifer Lawrence expressed her aspiration to become a mother. She noted that her thoughts on having children had evolved as she grew older. Previously, during her teenage years, she expressed no interest in marriage or parenthood, saying “I’m never getting married, I’m never having kids.” However, as she matured, her sentiments changed, and she now desires to get married and start a family.

2021: Dave McCary and Emma Stone were spotted at the San Diego Padres game

According to the magazine report, Emma Stone and her husband, Dave McCary, were spotted together at a San Diego Padres baseball game in 2021. They were both wearing Padres fan clothing and even took a selfie with sports analyst Mark Grant. Later on, Grant shared this encounter on Twitter by saying, “It was wonderful to meet the Academy Award-winning actress Emma Stone and her husband Dave McCary from Saturday Night Live. I mentioned that I’ve worked in films myself #Dontourage @Padres.”

2022: Dave McCary and Emma Stone co-produced a film together

Last year in 2022, I had the pleasure of joining Emma Stone and her partner, Dave McCary, during a Zoom discussion at the Sundance Film Festival. As dedicated collaborators, we were there to publicize the premiere of our jointly produced film, “When You Finish Saving the World,” a captivating blend of comedy and drama.

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2024-08-12 16:08