Here’s What 27 Famous Long-Term Celebrity Couples Looked Like When They First Started Dating Vs. Now
1. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Tom and Rita met in the early ’80s, and they’ve been together ever since. They tied the knot in 1988 and have been one of Hollywood’s most enduring couples. From their fresh-faced beginnings to now, their love has only grown stronger.
2. Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell
Goldie and Kurt started dating in 1983 after meeting on the set of “Swing Shift.” Fast forward to today, and they are still going strong without ever feeling the need to get married.
3. Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick
Sarah Jessica and Matthew were introduced by one of her brothers back in 1991. They got married in 1997 and have been a stylish and loving pair for decades now.
4. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith
Will and Jada first met in 1994 when she auditioned for “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” They married in 1997 and have been a power couple in both Hollywood and life ever since.
5. David and Victoria Beckham
David and Victoria started dating in 1997 and got married in 1999. Over the years, they’ve built a beautiful family and have remained icons in both sports and fashion.
6. Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi
Ellen and Portia met in 2004 and began dating soon after. They tied the knot in 2008 and have been each other’s biggest supporters ever since.
7. John Legend and Chrissy Teigen
John and Chrissy met on the set of his music video for “Stereo” in 2006. They got married in 2013 and have become one of the most beloved celebrity couples, known for their humor and candidness.
8. Beyoncé and Jay-Z
Beyoncé and Jay-Z started dating in 2001 and got married in 2008. They’ve faced ups and downs, but they’re still together, stronger than ever, and continue to dominate the music industry.
9. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
Blake and Ryan met on the set of “Green Lantern” in 2010. They started dating in 2011 and got married in 2012. The couple is known for their playful relationship and family life.
10. Barack and Michelle Obama
Barack and Michelle met at a law firm in 1989 and got married in 1992. They’ve supported each other through thick and thin, including their time in the White House.
11. Denzel and Pauletta Washington
Denzel and Pauletta met in 1977 and got married in 1983. They have one of the longest-lasting marriages in Hollywood and have raised a beautiful family together.
12. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill
Tim and Faith met in 1996 during a tour. They got married later that same year and have been country music royalty ever since.
13. Freddie Prinze Jr. and Sarah Michelle Gellar
Freddie and Sarah met while filming “I Know What You Did Last Summer” in 1997. They started dating in 2000 and got married in 2002. They’ve been a steady couple in Hollywood for years.
14. Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness
Hugh and Deborra-Lee met on the set of an Australian TV show in 1995. They got married in 1996 and have been each other’s rock ever since.
15. Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos
Kelly and Mark met on the set of “All My Children” in 1995. They eloped in 1996 and have been happily married with three kids.
16. Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel
Justin and Jessica started dating in 2007 and got married in 2012. They’re known for their cute moments and strong relationship.
17. Meryl Streep and Don Gummer
Meryl and Don got married in 1978 and have been together ever since. They’ve supported each other through thick and thin, making them one of the strongest couples in Hollywood.
18. Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson
Samuel and LaTanya met in college and got married in 1980. They’ve been together for over 40 years, showing what true love looks like.
19. Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick
Kevin and Kyra met on the set of a play in the late ’80s and got married in 1988. They’ve been one of Hollywood’s most enduring couples ever since.
20. Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart
Harrison and Calista met at the Golden Globes in 2002. They got married in 2010 and have been happily together ever since.
21. Oprah Winfrey and Stedman Graham
Oprah and Stedman have been together since 1986. Though they never married, their commitment to each other is clear.
22. Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne
Ozzy and Sharon met in the late ’70s and got married in 1982. Their relationship has had its ups and downs, but they remain committed to each other.
23. Kurtwood Smith and Joan Pirkle
Kurtwood and Joan met on the set of “RoboCop” in the ’80s and got married in 1988. They’ve been together ever since.
24. Bono and Ali Hewson
Bono and Ali met in high school and got married in 1982. They’ve been together through U2’s rise to fame and remain deeply in love.
25. Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston
Jeff and Susan met in 1975 and got married in 1977. They’ve been together for over 40 years and are still going strong.
26. Felicity Huffman and William H. Macy
Felicity and William met in the early ’80s and got married in 1997. They’ve supported each other through many challenges and triumphs.
27. Bryan Cranston and Robin Dearden
Bryan and Robin met on the set of “Airwolf” in 1984 and got married in 1989. They’ve been each other’s biggest supporters ever since.
