Rachel McAdams reached a new peak in her celebrated career by receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in a rare move, she brought her longtime partner, screenwriter Jamie Linden, into the spotlight alongside her. The actress, known for her breakout roles in “Mean Girls” and “The Notebook,” took a moment during the ceremony to acknowledge Linden, calling him her “North Star” in a heartfelt tribute that offered fans a rare glimpse into her private life.
The ceremony marked a significant public moment for the couple, who have been together since 2016 but have largely stayed out of the tabloid swirl. In fact, this was one of their first major public appearances as a couple. While McAdams has always kept her personal life under wraps, the Walk of Fame honor gave her an opportunity to celebrate both professional milestones and the quiet strength of her family life.
McAdams and Linden share two children—a son born in 2018 and a daughter born in 2020. Despite her status as a Hollywood A-lister, McAdams has remained fiercely private about motherhood, rarely sharing details or photos of her children. She has previously spoken about the importance of keeping her kids out of the limelight, a choice that aligns with the couple’s overall low-key lifestyle.
At the ceremony, McAdams radiated elegance in a strapless peplum top and bold yellow skirt, standing out just as much for her fashion choice as for the legacy she’s built onscreen. She was visibly moved during the event, and her public acknowledgment of Linden added a deeply personal layer to the occasion.
While the world knows Rachel McAdams for her powerful performances, it’s moments like this—when she lets her guard down just enough—that remind us of the woman behind the roles: strong, grounded, and unapologetically private.