Justin Qualley is the son of an American actress and former model, Andie MacDowell, and her erstwhile husband, Paul Qualley. He is the first of his parent’s three children. His mother gained global acknowledgment in the movie industry during the 1980s and 1990s. And especially for her roles in Sex, Lies, and Videotape, St. Elmo’s Fire, Groundhog Day, and Four Wedding and a Funeral.
Though his mother made her mark as an actress, Justin on the other hand is not into the acting business. Interestingly, he is the only member of the family who has chosen a career outside of acting as both his sisters have since followed the path of their mother.
Who Is Justin Qualley?
Andie MacDowell and ex-husband Paul Qualley welcomed Justin on the 14th day of August 1986 in the United States. He was first raised in Montana alongside his two younger sisters; Rainey who was born in 1990, and Margaret who was born in 1994. As for his age, he is currently 38 years old.
He is of English, French, Scottish, Irish and Welsh heritage. Likewise, his Norwegian origins come from his father’s side. However, we can’t confirm this to be true or not.
Facts About Justin Qualley
1. His Parents Divorced After 13 Years of Marriage
Justin Qualley’s parents got married in 1986 and divorced in 1999 after 13 years. Before the marriage, they first met during the shooting of a Gap ad and instantly fell in love.
Though no actual reason has been given for the divorce, MacDowell was said to have been frustrated in the marriage because of the rural life she was forced to get used to. At the time, she and her ex-husband were living on a 457-acre ranch in Montana, where they were raising their kids.
Andie revealed that she wasn’t ready to grow old in the middle of nowhere among people who weren’t her family. Consequently, the couple relocated to South Carolina in 1998. That didn’t salvage the marriage as the couple settled for a divorce the following year.
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2. His Mother’s Second Marriage Failed Again
Following the divorce, Justin’s mother had a year-long relationship with actor Dennis Quaid, before reconnecting with a former high school classmate of hers, Rhett Hartzog. She married the businessman on 10th November 2001. The pair divorced three years later in October 2004.
Talking about divorces, she said, the sooner you can let go of any anger, the better off you are. She further added that there is life after divorce.
She has been residing in Marina del Rey, California since 2013.
3. What He Does Behind Closed Doors
Justin Qualley is the quietest and most private of his parents’ three children. His younger sisters, Margaret Qualley and Rainey Qualley, are busy building their careers in the movie industry.
Rainey is an actress and singer. She made her acting debut in the 2012 film, Mighty Fine. Also, she was the Miss Golden Globe in 2012.
Margaret, the youngest of them is also an actress and a model. She initially trained as a ballerina in her younger days. She made her acting debut in Palo Alto (2013). And earned a Prime Time Emmy Award nomination for depicting Ann Reinking in the FX biographical drama miniseries Fosse/Verdon.
Justin, on the other hand, is alleged to be working in real estate in Missoula, Montana, where his father maintains a ranch. His mother gave an insight into the kind of person her son is. She said he is an exceptionally down-to-earth kind of fellow who loves having a quiet life. Similarly, he appreciates nature and trees and believes in the preservation of open lands for wildlife.
4. His Grandmother Died of Heart Failure
Justin’s grandmother died of heart failure at the age of 52, at a time when his mother was 23 and working as a model in Paris, France. His grandmother was an alcoholic, and his mother despite being the youngest was her caretaker.
Similarly, she was a music teacher until drinking took hold of her. According to his mother, she thought Justin’s grandmother was sober, but she wasn’t sober enough. A few months leading to her death, the old woman penned down a note telling Andie she had quit drinking.
5. Is He Married?
For being a man whose life is wrapped in mysteries, no one knows anything regarding his marital status. Likewise, his relationship and love affair.
It is awkward to say that he has never been in any relationship, he may have been involved, but it is just not known.
