Ben Smith Petersen is an American stunt performer who has experience working in several action films and series. The 6-feet-3-inch (190 cm) tall Petersen has worked in The Suicide Squad, The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies, etc.

Ben has appeared in films such as Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeyman, Agent Provocateur, etc. Besides a professional career, Smith is widely gaining media attraction as a celebrity spouse. Petersen is non-other than the husband of American actress and model Riley Keough.

How is Petersen and Keough’s marital life going? Now, let’s find the details regarding Ben Smith and Riley’s married life in the following sections.

Who Is Riley Keough?

The blue-eyed beauty Riley is one of the most successful Hollywood actresses who has actively made a presence in the acting industry since 2004.

The American stuntman Ben Smith Petersen with his partner-turned-wife Riley Keough
Picture: The American stuntman Ben Smith Petersen with his partner-turned-wife Riley Keough
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The 5-feet-7-inch (170 cm) tall actress Riley is known for playing Sara Ganim in the television drama series Paterno. Keough’s other movies and TV shows credit includes The Girlfriend Experience, The Good Doctor, The Runways, We Don’t Belong Here, and others.

Besides acting, Riley is also into modeling. Keough has featured in fashion and lifestyle magazines such as VOGUE, Bustle, Glamour, Elle, Cultured Magazine, etc. Also, read about Riley’s brother Benjamin Keough.

Ben Smith Petersen And Riley Keough’s First Met

Priscilla Presley and Elvis Presley‘s granddaughter Riley and stuntman Ben began their romantic relationship in 2013. Petersen and Keough had their first encounter while filming Mad Max: Fury Road.

The American stunt performer Ben Smith Petersen and actress Riley Keough first met on the set of Mad Max: Fury Road
Image: The American stunt performer Ben Smith Petersen and actress Riley Keough first met on the set of Mad Max: Fury Road
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In the post-apocalyptic action film, Riley played the role of Capable. Similarly, Ben has played Chanting War Boy/Red Flare Warrior, a stunt performer in the movie. Since the first encounter, Ben and Riley have shared a healthy relationship and soon began their romantic relationship.

After nearly a year-long dating, Ben proposed to Riley with an engagement ring in August 2014. On August 13, 2014, Ben shared an image with Riley on Instagram where she is flaunting her ring. Keough commented with a “heart-eye, two finger and bride emoji” in the photo.

Their Intimate Wedding Ceremony

Following five months-long engagement, Riley and Ben decided to take their relationship to the next level by marrying. The couple tied the wedding knot on February 4, 2015. Their intimate wedding ceremony was held in Napa, California.

Ben Smith Petersen and Riley Keough tied the wedding knot on February 4, 2015
Snap: Ben Smith Petersen and Riley Keough tied the wedding knot on February 4, 2015
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The bride and groom’s dearest ones attended the wedding ceremony. Riley chooses to wear a full-sleeve gown to walk down the wedding aisle. On the other hand, Ben dashes the wedding look by wearing a black tuxedo, a black waistcoat, a white shirt, and a black bow tie.

Since the wedding day, Ben and his wife Riley have shared a healthy marital relationship. The married pair have already celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary. They attend public events together and never miss a chance to share pictures on their official Instagram accounts.

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