Megan Wallace Cunningham is more than the woman who married late-night legend Craig Ferguson. She is a respected art dealer, a descendant of a United States president, a hands-on mother, and a purposeful philanthropist. While Craig’s comedy career has played out on television and stages worldwide, Megan has carved her own path, choosing work that nurtures creativity and communities alike. Their recent move to New York City opens a new chapter for a couple that values fresh starts as much as family stability.
Early Vermont Roots
Born in 1975 in the small town of Chester, Vermont, Megan grew up on a family farm that dates back generations. Long days spent caring for animals and fields taught her discipline and self-reliance. Her lineage reaches all the way to John Adams, the second president of the United States, a fact her relatives preserve with quiet pride. Local public schools shaped her early education, and by 1997 she had earned a bachelor’s degree, ready to explore the wider art world while never losing the steady calm of rural life.
Path into the Art World
Fresh out of college, Megan headed straight for galleries and private collections, drawn to the challenge of spotting talent before everyone else did. Her eye for balance and story quickly impressed collectors. Within a few years she was overseeing exhibitions that mixed modern paintings with experimental sculpture, giving young artists crucial visibility. Clients praise her ability to pair pieces with buyers who truly connect with the work rather than seeing art as mere investment. That personal approach solidified her reputation and continues to guide her curatorial projects today.
Meeting Craig Ferguson
In 2005 Megan was working at a gallery on Manhattan’s Upper East Side when friends introduced her to Craig Ferguson, then the fast-rising host of The Late Late Show. He admired her quick humor and unforced confidence; she liked his curiosity and lack of pretension despite growing fame. Three years later, on December 21, 2008, they exchanged vows on her parents’ snow-dusted Vermont farm. The wedding stayed true to their personalities—small, heartfelt, family oriented. Craig wore a traditional kilt that honored his Scottish roots, and Megan chose a simple knee-length dress that let her move easily among guests.
Life as a Creative Collaborator
Though Megan avoids spotlights, she has quietly shaped some of Craig’s best work. She served as consulting producer on his 2011 stand-up special Does This Need to Be Said? and offered script notes on later tours, keeping jokes sharp and audience-focused. In 2017 the pair co-created Couple Thinkers, a short digital series where they interviewed thinkers ranging from tech founders to wellness pioneers. Megan handled research, guest outreach, and on-set guidance, revealing a knack for shaping conversations so viewers felt included rather than lectured.
Raising a Blended Family
The Fergusons welcomed their first child together, Liam James, on January 31, 2011. Craig’s older son, Milo Hamish, from his previous marriage, quickly bonded with Megan, who encouraged shared interests like sketching and computer coding. Weekdays start early, with breakfast around the kitchen island followed by school drop-offs, while weekends often mean museum visits, hikes in upstate New York, or spirited board-game marathons. Friends note that both boys are grounded and open-minded—traits Megan credits to honest conversation and limits on screen time, even with a comedian father who thrives on media.
Transatlantic Moves and New York Chapter
During 2021 the couple bought a centuries-old castle in rural Scotland, fulfilling a lifelong wish of Craig’s. Yet by April 2025 they decided city energy suited their teen son’s schooling and Craig’s ongoing shows better. They sold the castle and purchased a classic six-room co-op on the Upper East Side for $1.79 million. The location places them blocks from Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the gallery where they first met. Craig has joked that New York pizza slices inspire new jokes faster than Scottish mist ever could, while Megan appreciates easy access to auction previews and artist studios.
Quiet Philanthropy and Personal Passions
Megan rarely broadcasts her charitable work, but records show donations and volunteer hours dedicated to art education programs in underfunded public schools. She also supports organizations that combat homelessness by pairing creative workshops with job training. In private, she collects vintage photography, studies Italian cooking, and keeps a small vegetable patch on the apartment balcony—cherry tomatoes thrive even 12 stories up when tended with Vermont patience.
Influence on Craig Ferguson and Moving Forward
Craig credits Megan with grounding him during career pivots, including stepping away from network television, writing novels, and launching a popular interview podcast. Her honest feedback, he says, prevents complacency and fuels bolder ideas. As they settle into New York, Megan plans to host pop-up exhibitions featuring emerging painters from rural areas, bridging her farm upbringing with her present art network. Craig continues touring comedy clubs and theaters, happy to return each night to a home curated by someone who balances color palettes as effortlessly as she balances family life. Together they show that partnership thrives when both individuals pursue their passions while staying firmly, lovingly connected.