Daniel Gillies' Partner and Personal Life Explained: Everything Fans Want to Know
By Alexander Ross
Q1: Who is Daniel Gillies currently dating?
A1: Daniel Gillies is in a long-term relationship with Julia Misaki, a classical cellist and model. The couple has been together since early 2021.
Q2: Why did Daniel Gillies and Rachael Leigh Cook get divorced?
A2: The pair mutually decided to end their marriage after nearly 15 years, stating that while their romantic partnership had concluded, their devotion to raising their two children together remained uncompromised. Their split was entirely amicable, without contested legal proceedings.
Q3: How many children does Daniel Gillies have?
A3: Gillies shares two children with ex-wife Rachael Leigh Cook: a daughter named Charlotte (born in September 2013) and a son named Theodore (born in April 2015).
Q4: Is Daniel Gillies married to Julia Misaki?
A4: As of 2026, there has been no public announcement regarding a legal marriage or engagement. The two continue to maintain their long-term relationship quietly away from public record.
Q5: What is Daniel Gillies' most famous television role?
A5: He is most recognizable as original vampire Elijah Mikaelson across both The Vampire Diaries and its spin-off The Originals, followed closely by his role as Mark Monroe on Netflix’s Virgin River.
Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.
