Ashley Underwood is not as famous as her husband, Larry David – the star who co-created the hit shows Curb Your Enthusiasms and Seinfeld, but she is a very interesting woman with many details that have sparked interest.
Underwood is a television producer who has collaborated on Sacha Baron Cohen’s Who is America? and has family ties to Hollywood actress Isla Fisher.
Her association with Hollywood is not only professional but also family-oriented. She met Larry David in 2017 and got married in 2020. They now share a life full of humor, friction, pets, and banters.
The Beginning of Ashley Underwood and Larry David’s Relationship
Introduced by Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher
At the birthday bash of comedian Sacha Baron Cohen and his wife, actress Isla Fisher, Larry David met Ashley Underwood. She produced Sacha Baron Cohen’s Political Comedy Who Is America?, while Fisher played a cameo role in Larry David’s cult television series Curb Your Enthusiasm. They were put next to each other, possibly for ‘friendship’ purposes.
Larry later confirmed to the New York Times that it looked like a setup, as he said, “We were seated next to each other, I think with that in mind.” This made their mutual attraction interesting, given that David claimed that once he impressed Ashley at the party, he left before dessert—to ensure he didn’t spoil the good first impression he had made on Ashley.
He was, however, quoted by the Times as saying, “I am sure she was surprised, but I left before dessert. At that point, I was doing so well with the conversation; I wouldn’t take any chances and stay too long and kill the moment.”
A Strong Connection Despite Unconventional Romance
Despite David leaving the party, it was clear there was something between Ashley Underwood and Larry David. They started seeing each other and slowly began building a life together, which was, however, a little off the wall.
Larry, who portrays a disgruntled middle-aged man on screen and is hardly any different in his off-screen life, met a woman who matched and even surpassed his wits and his strange way of living. Ashley, on her part, appeared taken by Larry’s weird ways, and they gelled well the way two people with a good sense of humor would.
Moving In Together with a Twist
Co-habitation with Larry’s Daughter
In 2019, Ashley moved in with Larry David and Cazzie David, his daughter from his first marriage with Laurie David. Moving together is a big step in any relationship, especially when a child is included, and it was interesting for the couple. Not everything was perfect in this arrangement.
Larry David, famous for his bluntness, did not fail to hide the ordeal that these arrangements came with. In a New York Times article dated early 2020, Larry stated the heat was palpable in their home.
He said, “There’s not a moment in the day when there isn’t friction between at least two of us. Then, when that gets resolved, two others are at each other’s throats, and it’s invariably about dishes.”
The prevailing COVID-19 further aggravated the long-suppressed domestic challenges of the pandemic, as is prolonged confinement in the same home. Nevertheless, this conflict never appeared to have any effect on Larry and Ashley’s relationships. Instead, it cemented their relationship even further as they tried to manage life’s ins and outs together.
A Life Shared with Pets
Ashley and Larry’s Furry Family
Apart from dealing with the fact that she now has Larry’s daughter in the picture, Ashley Underwood also moved in with a cat named Elwood. It was not long before Elwood became the only pet in the house. Shortly after the couple captured each other’s hearts, they also captured an Australian Shepherd dog named Bernie, adding life and perhaps a bit more disorder to their home.
They might have had disagreements over daily matters, like doing dishes. However, the most important thing was changed because of the pets.
It was now common to see the two animals in the house or in the arms of both Larry and Ashley, with Larry admitting cynically that he managed to overcome his vow of never having both those things’ ANOTHER DOG’ and ‘ANOTHER WIFE.’
The Wedding: Larry and Ashley Tie the Knot
A Pandemic Wedding in Southern California
In spite of promising himself not to indulge himself in another wedlock after parting his ways with his first wife, environmentalist Laurie David, Larry wedded Ashley Underwood on October 8, 2020. The wedding took place in southern California, and though it can’t be considered an extravaganza typical of Hollywood, the happy event was still precious for both adventurers.
Larry & Ashley were already married when Ashley posted a birthday wish on Instagram to her husband. That was the day when the events in the lifetime of that lovely couple took a novel twist. She had fun saying, “Happy birthday to this lovely man, who in the last year did two things which he swore he would never do – get another dog and get another wife. Finding an excuse to avoid both.”
The couple’s marriage marks Larry David’s second attempt at wedded bliss. The age difference is eleven years, but Ashley and Larry seem to be a good match. However, their personalities and situations are unusual.
Ashley Underwood’s Role in Larry David’s Life
A Supportive Partner Behind the Scenes
Even if Ashley Underwood is a rather private individual, she is married to one of Hollywood’s most popular and memorable comedians. Despite being married to one of the most famous comedians in the glamor mortals comical world, she has always been present in Larry’s career’s important milestones since they started dating.
In January 2024, Larry and Ashley attended the Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 12 premiere and walked the red carpet smiling happily as this power couple presented their united front.
Ashley stood by Larry David in both his professional activities and the complications of everyday existence. The fact that she relates to him with such appreciation of his humor and shortcomings makes their relationship even stronger.
Ashley recalled an instance during an interview with GQ in 2020 that could well convince anybody that Larry is funny, and that is why Ashley has been married to him.
During one such dinner, Larry, known to get up and leave when he was done eating, emphatically gulped his last bite of food and stood up, indicating it was time to go. Ashley would not say she was embarrassed; all she did was snort and state,
‘He gets the laugh, and I get to ride his coattails.’
A Private Life in the Public Eye
Despite their public careers, both Ashley and Larry value their privacy. Since they exchanged vows, the couple has been fairly private and has now settled into an elegant home in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. It is a pet-friendly house, with Ashley having her pet cat, Elwood, and the couple even have a dog, Bernie, whom they rescued together.
Although most famous couples are under the watchful eyes of both the media and the fans, Ashley and Larry are happy to have their lives hidden from the public.
Even when a documentary about Larry David’s life was delayed in 2022, fans didn’t get a deeper glimpse into their life together, as Larry himself requested the delay.
Why Ashley Underwood and Larry David’s Relationship Works
Humor as the Glue in Their Relationship
Humor is one of the most important aspects of Larry David’s artistic life, both personally and professionally. Another reason why this marriage works is because Ashley understands Larry and his sassy jokes.
During the interview, he referred to Ashley as a wonderful ‘woman who does not disassociate’ at dinner meetings – a person who can go to the people and doesn’t let the pace of the talk die down.
But he also said they do not see eye to eye on everything, or to be more precise, on what to watch on the television. Ashley always starts watching a new series and does not wait for rejoining for Larry to start watching, which starts fun fights between the two.
Their contrasting sense of humor always keeps them quickly over the rough patches of marriage. Whether it involves leaving a party immediately or quarreling over nasty chores, the secret of their relationship seems to have a good effect on taking joy in the ordinary.
Conclusion: The Quiet Strength of Ashley Underwood
Unlike her husband, Ashley Underwood is not a celebrity, although crucial in the life of Larry David. The two who began their relationship in Hollywood transformed the relationship into marriage, where there was plenty of laughter, love, and understanding.
Be it dealing with the challenges of staying in the same house as Larry’s grown daughter, allowing animals into the home, or just plain enduring the ups and downs that come with every relationship, Ashley Underwood is an able, caring, and supportive wife.
These are also the reasons why Ashley’s humor, more than strength, makes Larry and their relationship perfect, and it reiterates how love grows in the late ages of life.
