Carson Daly, the host of The Voice and former TRL VJ, has been married to his wife, Siri Pinter, for over a decade. The couple met on the set of Last Call with Carson Daly, where Pinter worked as a writer’s assistant and Daly was the host.
They started dating in secret, but their relationship quickly blossomed into something more serious. Today, they are married with four children and have worked together on various TV projects, including the Today show, where Pinter is a food contributor.
Early Life and Career
Siri Pinter was born on December 2, 1978, in Los Angeles, California. She grew up in a family of foodies and developed a passion for cooking at a young age.
She attended the University of California, Berkeley, where she studied English literature and creative writing. After graduating, she worked as a writer’s assistant on various TV shows, including Last Call with Carson Daly.
Meeting Carson Daly
Pinter met Carson Daly on the set of Last Call with Carson Daly in 2005. At the time, Pinter was working as a writer’s assistant, and Daly was the host of the show. According to Daly, he was immediately smitten with Pinter and tried to keep their relationship secret.
In a 2012 interview with Elle, he said, “We attempted to maintain our relationship secret until [we] realized [we] were in love and it wasn’t just an office romance.”
Pinter and Daly started dating in secret, but their relationship quickly became more serious. They would often meet after work at a local dive bar to play pool and spend time together. However, their relationship was not without its challenges.
In a 2012 interview with People, Daly said, “I stopped dating people from Hollywood because I realized [I’d] have more in common with a regular person than with a celebrity.”
Getting Married and Starting a Family
Pinter and Daly got married on December 16, 2015, in a private ceremony in New York City. They have four children together, three sons, and a daughter. Their first child, a son named Jackson, was born in 2011, followed by their second son, Etta, in 2014.
Their third child, a daughter named London, was born in 2017, and their youngest child, a son named Paul, was born in 2019.
Career After Marriage
After getting married, Pinter didn’t return to writing for TV. Instead, she found a new passion in front of the camera, cooking as a food contributor for the Today show. Her husband, Carson Daly, is a longtime co-host on the show, and often joins her for cooking segments. Pinter has become a popular figure on the show, known for her delicious recipes and easy-to-follow cooking tips.
In addition to her work on the Today show, Pinter has also written a cookbook, “Siri’s Table: 100 Recipes for the Modern Family,” which was published in 2018. The cookbook features a collection of recipes that Pinter has developed over the years, inspired by her family’s love of food.
Impact and Philanthropy
Pinter and Daly are not just successful in their respective careers, but they are also known for their philanthropic work. They have supported various charitable organizations, including the No Kid Hungry campaign, which aims to end childhood hunger in America.
In 2018, Pinter and Daly partnered with the campaign to launch a cooking competition, “Cooking for a Cause,” which raised money for the organization.
In addition, Pinter has used her platform to promote healthy eating and cooking habits. She has shared her tips and recipes on social media, inspiring her followers to cook and eat healthier. She has also partnered with various brands to promote healthy food options, advocating for better eating habits.
