It’s sad, but many celebrity couples don’t exactly make it to ’til death do us part.’ In fact, love under the limelight typically has an expiration date that arrives sooner than later. However, there are celeb couples trying to break through the mold and do things differently. They don’t want to follow the doomed relationships of other stars, so they play by their own rules. Here are 15 celebrity couples that are forging their own paths when it comes to their relationships, no matter what the haters say.
1. Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis
Here’s one couple with quite the relationship origin story. They met when Kunis was only 15 and Kutcher was 20 on the set of That ’70s Show. Their characters were in a romantic relationship for years of the show, Kutcher was even Kunis’s first kiss. However, they wouldn’t start officially dating in real life until reconnecting at a Golden Globes Ceremony — seven years later. While they got together later down the road, they took their time and let things come together naturally.
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2. Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson
We love how this famous couple keeps it low-key and adorable all the time. While other stars flaunt their relationships for the world to see, these two kept their dating and engagement very subtle. While they make Hollywood appearances together, much of their married life remains private.
3. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith
This is a couple that’s been the very opposite of shy when it comes to opening up about their relationship. From having an open marriage to other, let’s say, interesting, but slightly TMI details about their sex life, these celebs have been the talk of the town. Pinkett Smith tells all during her Red Table Talk episodes and people fans are always waiting to sip whatever delicious tea will be served next.
4. Ellen Pompeo and Chris Ivery
We’re pretty sure that this couple wins the award for the best meet-cute, because they literally met at the grocery store and then decided to go on a date. Almost like fate, they’re both from Boston and moved to Los Angeles, which led them down the course to finding each other. They keep their marriage private with the occasional glimpse into their love story.
5. Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner
Yet another discrete couple, these two are fan favorites. However, some were quick to comment on their significant height difference when the relationship went public in 2016. Of course, Turner and Jonas weren’t about to let anyone dull their shine, or the shine of the heels that Turner happily continues to rock. Height doesn’t matter, ya’ll.
6. Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer
Once upon a time, Schumer’s personal assistant introduced her to Fischer, and that assistant just so happens to be Fischer’s sister. Only four days after confirming their relationship to the public, they had a private wedding. To say the least, they sure do move fast, but their relationship has survived the test of time so far.
7. Zoe Kravitz and Channing Tatum
After having their fair share of relationships and break-ups, this pair came together after working on some of the same projects. They bonded in private, but also gave fans a few breadcrumbs to follow by mentioning each other on social media. While press and fans prodded them for answers, they waited until they were ready to dish on their love.
8. Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi
Any Stranger Things fans in the house? It’s hard to believe that Brown is 18 now and dating Bon Jovi’s son, who’s 19. While they started things fairly privately, the two have been publicly doting on each other via social media. People are enjoying every minute of it. This 2022 couple is the definition of young love.
9. Adele and Rich Paul
As many know, Adele has gone through quite a transformation and journey—and Paul is part of it. She and Paul, a sports agent, met during a party where Adele was a bit buzzed and flirty. She joked with him and he joked back, apparently laughter is both of their love languages. Who says every love story has to be so serious, anyway?
10. Viola Davis and Julius Tennon
It’s hard for many to imagine celebrities ever feeling lonely, especially when it comes to romance. However, Davis was having trouble finding “the one” when she first moved to Los Angeles, and everything changed when a friend advised her to pray. Her prayers were answered when she met Tennon, who’s everything she hoped for. The funny thing is, Tennon was the one to give Davis his card to show the LA newbie around. Together, they have thrived.
11. Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathe
This lovely couple actually started as friends while attending Stanford University as freshman. They lived in the same college dorm and were even in a school play together. Talk about dote-worthy, but it wasn’t always easy. While very few long distance celeb relationships survive, theirs did.
12. Billy Porter and Adam Smith
While these two quickly returned feelings for one another, things fell apart after five months. Many other celebs would have moved on, but both of them considered the other to be “the one that got away.” Luckily, that isn’t how they left it. They met again and Smith opened up about his feelings for Porter, the rest is history.
13. Justin and Hailey Baldwin
To say that these two have had their struggle is an understatement, but they have continually kept things real with fans. This on-and-off again couple realized early on that their personal traumas have hindered the relationship. However, instead of throwing in the towel, they’ve decided to make things work no matter what, and hopefully help each other grow.
14. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
This is kind of the ultimate couple when it comes to setting their own rules, and we are here for it every time. When the royal family isolated Markle with anti-blackness, racism, and a lack of mental health resources , Harry stood by her. He did what was not only best for them as a couple, but also what was right—he moved away from his family and they both stepped down from royal duties. However, the couple still maintains fame and admiration (arguably more than before) by doing things their way.
15. Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa
It’s kind of impossible not to talk about this couple and their recent conciliation that’s gone viral. After a shocking Instagram announcement (that’s been deleted), the iconic pair have decided to work on their marriage. After five years of marriage and beautiful children, this celebrity couple isn’t afraid to change their minds and have everyone know. Although the public eyes are on them, they seem to be doing things at their own speed.
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