Cillian Murphy has made headlines recently after Steven Knight, the writer of his iconic series Peaky Blinders, revealed in a UK Times Radio interview that more projects are planned for the franchise beyond The Immortal Man, an upcoming feature film in which Murphy will reprise his role as Tommy Shelby. As a result, interest in Murphy’s personal life has surged, with fans eager to learn about his wife and children.
Here’s everything you need to know about Cillian Murphy’s wife, Yvonne McGuinness, and their children.
Who is Cillian Murphy married to?
Cillian Murphy is married to Yvonne McGuinness, an artist based in Dublin. According to her official website, her work explores film, performance, sculpture, and textiles.
The couple tends to keep their marriage private. Murphy has no social media presence, while McGuinness has Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) accounts that focus primarily on her art, with only one family photo featuring Murphy and their children.
Despite their preference for privacy, Murphy occasionally speaks about his married life in interviews. The couple has also appeared together at several public events.
How many kids do Cillian Murphy and Yvonne McGuinness have?
Cillian Murphy and Yvonne McGuinness have two sons, Malachy and Aran.
Aran is following in his father’s footsteps by pursuing acting. He starred as Hamnet in a stage play at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre, made his film debut in 2022’s LOLA, and is set to co-star alongside Jenna Ortega and Amy Adams in Taika Waititi’s Klara and the Sun (2025).
Malachy and Aran played a significant role in Murphy’s decision to move his family from London to Dublin in 2015. In an interview with The Guardian, Murphy explained that he wanted his sons to grow up connected to their Irish roots
Cillian Murphy and Yvonne McGuinness’ relationship history
Murphy and McGuinness first met in 1996 during his tour for the play Disco Pigs, which had become a huge success. McGuinness accompanied Murphy on the tour, and their relationship began.
The couple married in 2004, and the following year, they welcomed their first son, Malachy. In 2007, their second son, Aran, was born.
Since then, Murphy and McGuinness have maintained a low-profile life, focused on their family and careers.
