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<p><h2>Career in Film and Television</h2></p>
<p><a href="/biography/laura-dern">Laura Elizabeth Dern</a> is an American <a href="/biography/laura-dern">actress</a>, director, and producer acclaimed for her performances in a wide range of film and television roles. She gained early recognition with her lead role in <i>Smooth Talk</i> (1985) and further critical acclaim for her performances in films such as <i>Blue Velvet</i> (1986), <i>Wild at Heart</i> (1990), and <i>I Am Sam</i> (2001). She is also known for her role in <i>Rambling Rose</i> (1991), which earned her an Academy Award nomination for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Award_for_Best_Actress">Best Actress</a>. In addition to her film work, Dern has found success in television, notably in HBO’s <i>Big Little Lies</i>, for which she won an Emmy Award. She has been praised for her versatile acting range and her ability to portray complex, emotionally resonant characters.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Relationships</h2>
<p>Laura Dern has had a number of high-profile relationships throughout her life. Among those she has been romantically linked to are actors <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyle_MacLachlan">Kyle MacLachlan</a>, <a href="/biography/jeff-goldblum">Jeff Goldblum</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicolas_Cage">Nicolas Cage</a>, and <a href="/biography/treat-williams">Treat Williams</a>. She was also engaged to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Bob_Thornton">Billy Bob Thornton</a>, but their relationship ended unexpectedly when <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Bob_Thornton">Thornton</a> married <a href="/biography/angelina-jolie">Angelina Jolie</a> in 2000, reportedly without informing Dern in advance. Dern briefly commented on this event in media appearances, though she has otherwise chosen to keep many of her personal experiences private.</p>

<h2>Marriage and Family with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Ben Harper</a></h2>
<p>In 2000, Laura Dern began dating <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">musician</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Ben Harper</a>. The couple married at their home in 2005 and had two children together. Dern also became stepmother to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Harper</a>'s two children from a previous marriage. Their relationship attracted attention for its high-profile nature and eventual return to relative privacy in later years.</p>

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<h2>Separation and Divorce Proceedings</h2>
<p>In 2010, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Ben Harper</a> filed for divorce from Dern, citing irreconcilable differences. Despite their separation, the couple briefly reconciled and appeared together publicly at the 2012 Golden Globe Awards. However, in July 2012, Dern initiated divorce proceedings, and their divorce was finalized in 2013. Dern requested joint custody of their children and sought spousal support during the proceedings, while <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Harper</a> agreed to share custody but denied the request for spousal support. Specific details of their final divorce settlement, including financial terms, have not been made public.</p>

<h2>Privacy and Public Perception</h2>
<p>Following her separation from <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Harper</a>, Dern has kept her personal life largely out of the spotlight. As of now, there is no confirmed information about her dating anyone post-divorce. Both Dern and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper">Harper</a> have chosen not to publicly comment on rumors surrounding their relationship or separation, and any speculation regarding reasons for their breakup has remained unaddressed by either party. Dern continues to maintain a degree of privacy, especially regarding personal matters, except when they align with public or professional narratives.</p>

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