Personal Life
McDermott dated actress Julia Roberts, who starred opposite him in the film version of Steel Magnolias. He married actress Shiva Afshar Rose on November 19, 1995. They have two daughters. The elder daughter's birth is prominently featured in Ensler's Vagina Monologues. On September 27, 2007, People confirmed that McDermott and Rose had separated. On May 16, 2008, CelebTV.com reported that McDermott had filed for divorce from Rose. The divorce was finalized on December 2, 2008. McDermott has been featured in magazines such as Men's Health. In 1999, he was a finalist in the GQ "Man of the Year" issue. McDermott is a recovering alcoholic who has been sober for over 20 years.
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