Grant Gustin, renowned for his role as The Flash, might save the day on screen, but off-screen, his greatest superpower lies in creating a loving and supportive family with his wife, Andrea “LA” Thoma. Recently, the actor even started his greatest role yet—father of two, after welcoming their son Arthur James Grant in September 2024.
As Grant Gustin’s family expands, let’s take a look into his happy home and the pillar of strength holding the family together—his wife, Andrea “LA” Thoma. Taking a deep dive into their love story and the bond that holds them together, let’s find out how Flash met his real-life Superwoman.
Who is Grant Gustin’s Wife Andrea “LA” Thoma?
Daughter of James Thoma and Judy Thoma, Andrea “LA” Thoma was born on 11 July 1988, in Ohio, where she has spent most of her early life. The 36-year-old, later ventured into neck-deep education, as she got her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Kent State University, and then got her Doctorate of Physical Therapy, DPT from Old Dominion University.
Meanwhile, Grant Gustin might be the fastest man alive on The Flash, but his wife, Andrea “LA” Thoma is quite athletic in real life. According to her University website, Thoma played soccer while studying exercise physiology. Now, she often documents her active lifestyle on social media, including working out, playing basketball, and snowboarding.
Professionally, Andrea “LA” Thoma is a doctor of physical therapy and has worked with a number of celebrities, including CW stars such as Camila Mendes, Madelaine Petsch, and Danielle Panabaker. Amid her professional responsibilities, Thoma has also founded the ‘Dare To Be Active’ fitness app where she provides workout and exercise routines.
Where Did the Duo Meet?
With such a high-profile career, and sincerity toward her profession, who wouldn’t want to be with Andrea “LA” Thoma? But considering how Grant Gustin is the fastest man on earth (The Flash, duh!) no one could reach Thoma and ask her out before him. Therefore, according to Hollywood Life, the duo met at a dinner party in 2016, and quickly hit it off with each other.
Thereafter, as per Ranker, the couple started exchanging messages through Instagram and started forming an undeniable bond. Spending their early days exploring each other’s passions and deepening their connection, Gustin and Thoma bonded over their shared interests and values.
Grant Gustin and Andrea “LA” Thoma’s Engagement
After dating for a year, Grant Gustin and Andrea “LA” Thoma announced their engagement in April 2017, with a smiley selfie of them on the beach. According to ET, the duo were working out on the beach, when Gustin got down on one knee and popped the question in an impromptu moment that caught Thoma by surprise.
Spending a blissful year of dating, Grant Gustin believed it was the right time to take the next step. That’s when he proposed to Andrea “LA” Thoma in a picturesque setting at the Venice beach—and she joyfully said yes.
Grant Gustin and Andrea “LA” Thoma Tied the Knot
Thereafter, within a year of their engagement, Grant Gustin and his fiancé Andrea “LA” Thoma tied the knot in December 2018. With a beautiful wedding ceremony held at Valentine DTLA in Los Angeles, the duo ventured on their journey to forever and after. Meanwhile, Gustin’s manager confirmed the nuptials to PEOPLE.
I can confirm that Grant Gustin and LA Thoma were married this past weekend. It was a most beautiful ceremony that was shared by their families and close friends.
According to the outlet, well-known celebrities were on the guest list including Supergirl stars Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood, and Hamilton‘s Daveed Diggs. Dear Evan Hansen star Taylor Trensch, along with Broadway actors Adam Kaplan, Jared Loftin, Ben Ross, and Leela Rothenberg were also present. Model Renée Mittelstaedt and personal trainer Ryan Phillips also attended the wedding.
The outlet also reported that prior to Gustin and Thoma’s L.A. wedding, the couple had held a “symbolic Kadazan ceremony to honor Thomas’ ancestors” during their visit to Malaysia in December 2017.
The Couple Welcomed Their First Daughter
Fast-forward to three years into their marriage, Grant Gustin and Andrea “LA” Thoma announced the birth of their first child—daughter Juniper Grace Louise, in August 2021. The arrival of their little girl marked a new chapter filled with sleepless nights, endless joy, and an abundance of love.
Soon the couple began sharing several glimpses of their family life on social media, by keeping their daughter’s face hidden. Thereafter, in an interview with the Verywell Family, Thoma explained the reason behind hiding their daughter’s identity, claiming that it’s Juniper’s right to decide when to become a public persona.
We are obviously not hiding the fact that we are having a baby, but we are planning to keep the baby’s identity pretty private. We will cover their face in photos as we feel strongly that they should have the right to remain private and decide whether they want to become a public persona.
In May 2023, Grant Gustin took a moment to share a heartfelt tribute to his wife and the mother of his child Andrea “LA” Thoma in honor of Mother’s Day. Sharing an image of Thoma carrying their daughter, Gustin showered her with praises. Calling her a “strong Mama” and a “supportive wife”, who is dependable and caring, Gustin claimed to be lucky to have her.
Andrea “LA” Thoma’s Mental Health Support for Grant Gustin
Well, there’s a reason behind Grant Gustin’s heartfelt tribute to his wife on Mother’s Day. Apparently, Andrea “LA” Thoma has been loving, caring, and most importantly patient through his battle with depression and anxiety. During his interview on Michael Rosenbaum’s Inside Of You podcast, Gustin opened up about his lifelong battle with anxiety and depression.
Confessing how he has “always been really hard” on himself, the actor claimed to understand well, what it is like to deal with anxiety and depression. Opening up about experiencing his mental battles for his entire life, since “probably four or five”, Gustin recalled experiencing “weird, anxious-type dreams” as a child.
He later admitted how personal things began surfacing when he and his wife Andrea Thoma went for couples therapy before they got married. The actor noted his difficulty in having a conversation and listening to his wife. However, despite all odds, Gustin noted how they’ve tackled the ups and downs of mental health, and how Thoma has been a life support for him.
The Couple Welcomed Their Second Child
Meanwhile, three years after Juniper’s arrival, the couple expanded their crew with the birth of their second child—son Arthur James Grant Gustin, in September 2024. The Gustins had announced the pregnancy in a heartwarming post on Instagram, months prior to the birth of Arthur.
In a mirror selfie, Andrea “LA” Thoma was seen displaying her baby bump while being embraced by Grant Gustin and Juniper, while her face remained subtly hidden. A second photo showed Juniper wearing a T-shirt that read “In My Big Sister Era.”
Throughout her second pregnancy, Thoma kept posting about any pregnancy sickness and shared videos of stretches she does to relieve back pain during pregnancy. Eventually, on September 12, 2024, Gustin and Thoma announced their baby was born in a sweet joint post on Instagram.
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