Patrick Dempsey’s Family, Relationships, and Friends: All the Details Revealed

Patrick Dempsey is known for his acting career, car racing pursuits, and the many relationships he has built with friends and family. As he once shared, “Family is the most important thing in the world.” His life off-screen often centers around those closest to him.

Family Life and Children

Patrick Dempsey was born in Lewiston, Maine, on January 13, 1966. He grew up in a working-class family, moving around Maine while his mother, Amanda, worked as a school secretary, and his father, William, was an insurance salesman.

He has two older sisters, and their close relationship shaped his childhood. The family supported his interests, such as juggling, which led to him tying for second in a national championship in high school.

Patrick is currently married to Jillian Fink, a professional makeup artist and entrepreneur. The couple met in 1994 at Jillian’s hair salon, quickly forming a strong connection. They eventually married on July 31, 1999.

Together, Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Fink have three children. Their daughter, Tallulah Fyfe, was born in 2002, followed by twins Sullivan Patrick and Darby Galen, born in 2007. All three children are their biological offspring.

Jillian has her own career in the beauty industry, recognized for her work as a makeup artist. The family values their privacy and often spend time together away from the spotlight.

Name	Relation	Birth Year
William Dempsey	Father	Unknown
Amanda Dempsey	Mother	Unknown
Tallulah Fyfe	Daughter	2002
Sullivan Patrick	Son	2007
Darby Galen	Son	2007
Jillian Fink	Wife	1966

Relationships and Romantic History

Patrick Dempsey’s first marriage was to Rocky Parker, an actress and acting coach. They met while working on stage productions in the 1980s, and married in 1987. Rocky was 27 years older than Patrick.

Their relationship drew media attention due to the age gap. Despite the initial bond, differences and pressures eventually caused them to part ways, divorcing in 1994.

After his split with Rocky Parker, Patrick dedicated himself to his career. He didn’t publicly date anyone until meeting his future wife, Jillian Fink, in 1994. They built a relationship founded on friendship and mutual respect, culminating in marriage in 1999.

Patrick’s relationships before Jillian were not widely publicized, and he has since remained focused on his family and children.

Name	Relationship Type	Time Period
Rocky Parker	Ex-Wife	1987–1994

Friends and Connections

Over the years, Patrick Dempsey has built strong friendships within and outside the entertainment industry. One close friend is Ellen Pompeo, his co-star from Grey’s Anatomy. Their friendship grew from working together for over a decade.

The bond between them was based on mutual respect, often supporting each other both on set and off. Another notable friend is Eric Dane, who also starred in Grey’s Anatomy. They connected over their shared experiences as actors and family men.

Dempsey is also known to have friendships with professional race car drivers, reflecting his passion for motorsports. These friendships often blend the personal and professional, as Dempsey enjoys spending time both at the racetrack and film sets.

Name	Known Since	Profession
Ellen Pompeo	2005	Actress
Eric Dane	2006	Actor