“Rapunzel” from Dexter has found his princess.
September 8 marked a milestone moment for Eric Stonestreet, the beloved Modern Family star turned chilling new face in Dexter: Resurrection. Stonestreet and longtime partner Lindsay Schweitzer are officially husband and wife.
The couple shared their wedding news on Tuesday with a joyful Instagram post. “It’s my birthday and guess what I got,” Stonestreet captioned a series of photos from their intimate Kansas City ceremony. The Emmy-winning actor and the pediatric nurse have been together since 2017 and announced their engagement in 2021.
While Stonestreet is still widely recognized for his iconic role as Cameron Tucker in Modern Family, his recent turn as Al Walker—aka Rapunzel—in Dexter: Resurrection has stunned audiences. Known for his comedic chops, Stonestreet surprised many by stepping into the shoes of a complex serial killer. The character, written with a mix of dark menace and unsettling humor, quickly became a fan favorite thanks to his standout performance.
And Stonestreet isn’t done with Dexter’s world just yet. As teased in the Season 1 finale, Al Walker will return in Season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection, setting up unfinished business with Dexter Morgan.
Just weeks before their wedding, Stonestreet and Schweitzer walked the red carpet together at the New York City premiere of Dexter: Resurrection, showing off their strong bond both on and off screen.
Following the wedding announcement, Dexter friends and co-stars flooded the comments with heartfelt congratulations:
- “So so so happy for you 🎉🎉🎉🎉” wrote Krysten Ritter, who plays... "Mamma Mia" in Dexter: Resurrection.
- Original Dexter star Erik King (James Doakes) playfully added: “Congratulations Eric!! From Erik!”
- Director Marcos Siega chimed in with: “Happy Birthday and congratulations 🍾.”
At 54, Stonestreet is not only celebrating love but also redefining his career, proving he can captivate fans in both comedy and dark drama. With a new marriage and an intriguing role, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for the actor.
Wedding photos: Heather Smith