It’s no secret, it can be fun when show’s feature a real-life celebrity couple cameo. It’s entertaining to see a celeb’s partner make an on-screen appearance, especially when it’s a role that’s nothing like the couple’s IRL relationship. Whether they’re portraying total strangers, long-lost friends, or literally any other role, it’s usually a treat to watch. We’ve compiled 15 of the most dote-worthy celeb partner cameos that we just can’t seem to get enough of.
1. Mila Kunis joined Ashton Kutcher in ‘Two and a Half Men’
Mila Kunis cameos as a tourist named Vivian on Two and a Half Men , which happened to be her husband, Ashton Kutcher’s, show. Their characters poke fun at what it’s like to date actors for a playful swipe at their real-life relationship.
2. Amy Poehler joined Will Arnett on ‘Arrested Development’
We must say, this one was pretty adorable. Amy Poehler guest starred on Arrested Development to play Will Arnett’s character’s wife when she happened to be his real-life wife at the time, too. Sadly, the two divorced in real-life after nine years of marriage and two children together.
3. Ryan Michelle Bathe joined Sterling K. Brown on ‘This is Us’
Although she’s not always next to him on-screen, Bathe has joined her husband, Brown, on set for a few This is Us cameos that have us gushing over this dream couple, even when they’re not in the same scenes.
4. David Burtka joined Neil Patrick Harris on ‘How I Met Your Mother’
Burtka played Lily’s ex-boyfriend from high school in his How I Met Your Mother cameo, but in real-life, Burtka is madly in love with husband Neil Patrick Harris, who starred on the show.
5. Sarah Hyland joined Dominic Sherwood on ‘Shadowhunters’
When Hyland and Sherwood were an IRL item, it was a magical surprise to see Hyland guest-star in Shadowhunters as the elegant Seelie Queen.
6. Brad Pitt joined Jennifer Aniston on ‘Friends’
When these two were married in 2001, it was time to rejoice when Pitt cameoed on Friends, joining Aniston. Ironically, Pitt’s character hated Aniston’s character, Rachel, on the show.
7. Megan Mullally joined Nick Offerman on ‘Parks and Recreation’
Tammy II, Ron’s ex-wife, was a fan favorite, and not just because she was married to Offerman for 19 years in real-life. Tammy ll was ruthless and knew exactly how to push Ron’s buttons in the most hilarious ways.
8. Jill Latiano joined Glenn Howerton on ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’
Latiano was shining pretty bright when she cameoed in It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia with her husband Howerton. Fans still rave over their combined acting powers and infinite chemistry.
9. Adam Brody joined Leighton Meester on ‘Single Parents’
People couldn’t stop doting when real-life married couple, Brody and Meester, starred on Single Parents when Brody made a cameo on the show. Those were some of the most hilarious episodes!
10. Torrey DeVitto starred with Paul Wesley on ‘The Vampire Diaries’
During their marriage, DeVitto and Wesley both starred in The Vampire Diaries for some true supernatural moments. DeVitto played Dr. Meredith Fell, who was a doctor who studied Alaric’s (Matthew Davis) magic, and then became his love interest. It must have been awkward for Wesley to watch DeVitto get flirty with Davis.
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11. Kelly Ripa joined Mark Consuelos on ‘Riverdale’
From his mistress in Riverdale to his real-life wife, Ripa has played many roles in Consuelos’ life, and fans love it. She appeared in Season 3, Episode 11 “Chapter Forty-Six: The Red Dahlia.”
12. Danneel Ackles joined Jensen Ackles on ‘Supernatural’
Danneel Ackles joined the Supernatural cast as a Faith Healer named Sister Jo with real-life husband, Jensen Ackles, for a few episodes that had people fully invested.
13. Chris Pratt joined Anna Faris on ‘Mom’
When they were still married, it was exciting to see Pratt and Faris on the same show during Season 4, Episode 11 “Good Karma and the Big Weird.” Audiences were sad to see them eventually split in real-life.
14. Lindsay Lohan joined Wilmer Valderama on ‘That 70’s Show’
In case you didn’t know that Lohan and Valderama dated, you do now. Things got pretty interesting for the couple when Lohan cameoed in That 70’s Show as Fez’s romantic interest. Sadly, they only dated for a few months in real life.
15. Troian Bellisario joined Patrick J. Adams on ‘Suits’
Things got pretty steamy when this IRL married couple got to play former romantic interests in Suits for some adorable banter and an authentic spark.
Let us know what you think of these celeb couple cameos in the comments and if one or more are your favorites.
