Ryan Piers Williams is an American filmmaker and actor. The Dry Land (2010) received the Best International Feature Film nomination at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. In the film, Ryan worked as a director and writer. Similarly, he has acted, directed, and worked as a writer and producer in X/Y and Muertas. Likewise, his other featured films include 1985, Tomorrow Comes Today and Blues.

The Hollywood entertainment personality was born in Texas, USA, on May 13, 1981, to the American Williams parents. Ryan Piers’s passion for filmmaking made him take theater and video production classes at J.M. Hanks High School. Later, he chooses to study film at the University of Texas. However, he transferred to the University of Southern California and graduated from its School of Cinematic Arts.

Ryan Piers is actively pursuing his professional career, working on his next film Staring at the Sun. Besides, Williams is also a painter whose painting has been exhibited in several art galleries. He has managed to earn an impressive sum of wealth from his profession. As of 2022, Ryan has a $2 million net worth approximately. Let’s find the information below regarding Ryan Pier’s wedding and family life with his wife, America Ferrera.

Ryan Piers Williams, A Father To Two Kids

The 41 aged The Code (2009) post-production supervisor Ryan is a blessed father to two of his precious children. The married pair welcomed their first kid, a son, Sebastian Piers Williams, on May 25, 2018.

 The Dry Land director and writer Ryan Piers Williams and his wife America Ferrera welcomed their first kid, a son, Sebastian Piers Williams on May 25, 2018
Image: The Dry Land director and writer Ryan Piers Williams and his wife America Ferrera welcomed their first kid, a son, Sebastian Piers Williams, on May 25, 2018
Source: Instagram @ryanpierswilliams

On January 1, 2018, Ryan’s wife, America, shared a picture of them showing the baby’s dress, revealing her pregnancy. She captioned the image, “We’re welcoming one more face to kiss in 2018! #HappyNewYear.”

Similarly, in January 2020, Ryan and America shared the news of them expecting their second baby via Instagram post. He shared the family picture of Sebastian touching mommy [America] ‘s baby bump, writing, “So much to look forward to in 2020, but one thing in particular sticks out! [I] Can’t wait to welcome another beautiful creature into this world. Happy New Years!!” Their beautiful second child, a daughter,  Lucia Marisol Williams, was born on May 4, 2020.

The American filmmaker Ryan Piers Williams and his wife America Ferrera's second kid, a daughter, Lucia Marisol Williams was born on May 4, 2020
Photo: The American filmmaker Ryan Piers Williams and his wife America Ferrera’s second kid, a daughter, Lucia Marisol Williams, was born on May 4, 2020
Source: Instagram @americaferrera

As of now, the Williams siblings are living a low-key life with their celebrity parents. America and her spouse Ryan privately raise their children without sharing full-face images of them on their official social sites.

America Ferrera, An Emmy Award-Winning Actress

Ryan Piers is also recognized as the husband of well-established actress America Georgiana Ferrera. The actress, born in Los Angeles, California, has received a Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, and others for her Best Performance in the ABC comedy-drama series Ugly Betty, where she played the leading role of Betty Suarez. Actor Christopher Gorham has also made his appearance in the series.

Similarly, the 38 aged Ferrera is also popular for her leading appearance in Superstore, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Our Family Wedding, and How To Train Your Dragon. Her other featured movies and TV shows include Cesar Chavez, Independent Lens, DreamWorks Dragons, Tinker Bell (voice), Under the Same Moon, etc. Likewise, Ferrera is working on her upcoming romantic film Barbie.

Likewise, America and Ryan are the co-founders of Harness. As per its site, “HARNESS is a community of artists, influencers and grassroots leaders that provides education and engagement opportunities to amplify the organizations and individuals working on behalf of social justice.” 

Ryan Piers Williams And America Ferrera’s First Meeting At USC

Like Ryan, actress America attended the University of Southern California (USC) to study acting. There is where the now husband-wife duo had their first meeting.

The Ugly Betty actress America Ferrera and Ryan Piers Williams first met at the University of Southern California (USC) and have been together since 2005
Snap: The Ugly Betty actress America Ferrera and Ryan Piers Williams first met at the University of Southern California (USC) and have been together since 2005
Source: Instagram @americaferrera

Soon after the encounter, Ferrera and Williams shared a friendship that later became a romantic bond. The pair have been in a romantic relationship since 2005.

Following five years of long dating, Kilimanjaro (2013) producer Ryan merrily offered the Real Women Have Curves actress America an engagement ring. He proposed to her in June 2010. Ferrera also undoubtedly accepted his offers.

Ryan Piers Williams proposed to his then-girlfriend America Ferrera in June 2010
Photo: Ryan Piers Williams proposed to his then-girlfriend America Ferrera in June 2010
Source: Instagram @ryanpierswilliams

America has starred as Sarah and worked as an executive producer in Ryan’s directed film The Dry Land. She was nominated for Imagen Award in the Best Actress category. Likewise, she has worked on her husband’s project X/Y and Muertas as a producer and actress.

Married In A Beautiful Wedding Ceremony

America and Ryan walked down the wedding aisle on June 27, 2011. In the beautiful intimate outdoor wedding ceremony held in New York, the bride America wore a strapless ruffle gown by Amsale that featured a long veil, carrying a rose flower bouquet.

The 5-feet-1-inch (155 cm) tall America Ferrera and longtime partner Ryan Piers Williams tied the wedding knot on June 27, 2011
Picture: The 5-feet-1-inch (155 cm) tall America Ferrera and longtime partner Ryan Piers Williams tied the wedding knot on June 27, 2011
Source: Instagram @americaferrera

On the other side, to exchange the vows in front of their friends and family members, the groom, Ryan, dashes the look by wearing a black tuxedo with a white shirt and a black tie.

Since the wedding day, Mr. and Mrs. Williams have shared a healthy marital bond and lived a blissful married life. Ryan and his beloved wife, America, recently celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary. On June 27, 2021, America shared a snap with her hubby on her Instagram to wish him their wedding anniversary.

10 years married, 16 years of adventuring, growing and building a life together. You’re an amazing husband and the most remarkable father. How’d I get so lucky? I love you @ryanpierswilliams #HappyAnniversary #Decade,” she wrote.

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