Hallmark stars Erin Krakow<\/strong> and Ben Rosenbaum<\/strong>\u2019s real life love story feels a lot like the network\u2019s iconic romance movies \u2014 and fans are loving it.<\/p>\n Krakow\u2019s Elizabeth Thornton might have romanced several suitors<\/a> on Hallmark Channel\u2019s When Calls the Heart<\/em><\/a>, but off screen she only has eyes for Rosenbaum, who plays Mike Hickam on the series.<\/p>\n Krakow and Rosenbaum have known each other for more than a decade after costarring on WCTH<\/em><\/a> since 2014, but it wasn\u2019t until 2022 that eagle-eyed fans noticed they might be more than just friends<\/a> and costars.<\/p>\n The pair were spotted on a romantic vacation with fellow WCTH<\/em> couple Kevin McGarry<\/strong> and Kayla Wallace<\/strong><\/a> in spring 2022, but didn\u2019t comment speculation they were dating. The following year, Krakow and Rosenbaum adopted a dog together and in June 2025 they became husband and wife<\/a>.<\/p>\n Scroll down to see Krakow and Rosenbaum\u2019s relationship from the start:\n<\/p>\n Krakow began playing Elizabeth Thornton on When Calls the Heart<\/em> in 2014, leading the series for 12 seasons as of March 2025. Rosenbaum, meanwhile, has been part of the cast since day one as well, portraying Mike Hickman.<\/p>\n Krakow and Rosenbaum sparked romance speculation as they began posting more and more \u201cdate night\u201d-looking photos via social media<\/a> with pals McGarry and Wallace.<\/p>\n Rosenbaum shared photos from his and Krakow\u2019s couples\u2019 trip<\/a> with McGarry and Wallace via Instagram in March 2023, one year after they returned from the Amalfi Coast. When the vacation was happening in real time, many fans wondered whether Rosenbaum and Krakow were an item, as McGarry and Wallace were already dating.<\/p>\n \u201cOne year ago, @kevin_mcgarry_w @imkaylawallace @erinkrakow and I learned to make Limoncello together in Amalfi,\u201d Rosenbaum captioned the snaps. \u201cI\u2019m reliving\/missing that trip with a fresh batch I just made with homegrown lemons (last pic)! La dolce vita!\ud83c\udf4b.\u201d<\/p>\n Rosenbaum and Krakow celebrated WCTH<\/em> being renewed for season 10 in Venice, Italy<\/a>, with McGarry and Wallace. The couple, however, didn\u2019t publicly comment on their relationship status at the time.<\/p>\n Krakow and Rosenbaum were on hand when McGarry proposed to Wallace<\/a> in New York City. \u201cWishing our friends @imkaylawallace & @kevin_mcgarry_w a massive CONGRATULATIONS on their engagement!!!\u201d the actress wrote via social media. \u201cSo happy for you both and thrilled we were all able to celebrate together in the big apple!\u201d<\/p>\n The pair adopted their first dog together<\/a>. \u201cMeet Willoughby. We adopted him a week ago and I already can\u2019t imagine life without him. \ud83d\ude0d,\u201d Krakow confirmed via Instagram, tagging Rosenbaum.<\/p>\n \u201cHappy Birthday Willoughby\u2019s Dad! Life woof be ruffer without you in it. RRR. \ud83d\udc3e,\u201d Krakow wrote via Instagram<\/a>, revealing for the first time publicly that she and Rosenbaum were an item.<\/p>\n Krakow and Rosenbaum enjoyed a day on the Warner Bros. lot and visited the Friends<\/em> set<\/a> with McGarry and Wallace.<\/p>\n One year after witnessing McGarry and Wallace\u2019s proposal in NYC, the four friends returned to the Big Apple<\/a>. (McGarry and Wallace tied the knot<\/a> in September 2024.)<\/p>\n Rosenbaum confirmed his relationship with Krakow after years of speculation by sharing a photo of her on Valentine\u2019s Day<\/a>. \u201cFirst thing I see when I wake up. Last thing I see before sleep. Happy Valentines Day \u2764\ufe0f\u2764\ufe0f,\u201d Rosenbaum wrote via Instagram alongside a snap of Krakow with their dog.<\/p>\n Krakow, meanwhile, shared her first kissing photo<\/a> with Rosenbaum in celebration of the love holiday.<\/p>\n \u201cHappy birthday @ben_rosenbaum! You mean the \ud83c\udf0e to me!,\u201d the Wedding Cottage<\/em> actress wrote via Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n You have successfully subscribed.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n The Blind Date Book Club<\/em><\/a> actress was all smiles spending New Year\u2019s<\/a> with Rosenbaum and their pooch.<\/p>\n \u201cHappy Birthday @ben_rosenbaum. You take such good care of us. And you make the world laugh. What more could we ask for? \ud83e\udd79\u2764\ufe0f,\u201d Krakow captioned a few snaps of her partner<\/a>.<\/p>\n The couple announced via Instagram<\/a> that they are married. Krakow and Rosenbaum shared photos from their wedding on June 23 with an infinity sign as the caption.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n2014 <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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