The only thing people love more than a celebrity is power celebrity couples. Relationships can be difficult at the best of times, but under the scrutiny of the limelight, they can be next to impossible to maintain.
So as a way to pay homage to those who have managed to defy the odds and stay together, here are 10+ pics of celebrity couples from 20 years ago and now.
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Michelle Pfeiffer and David E. Kelley.
David and Michelle were set up on a blind date back in 1993. But instead of opting for some lavish Hollywood dinner, the two decided to go bowling !
They began dating exclusively and were married later that same year.
Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick.
Kyra and Kevin have been married for more than 32 years. When they first met, Kevin recalls how he was instantly infatuated with Kyra.
Whereas she, on the other hand, thought that he was cocky and full of himself.
Sting and Trudie Syler.
Sting and Trudie have always been a fixture in each other’s lives.
Over the years, they’ve continually dedicated themselves to their relationship, determined to keep things as fresh and exciting as they were when they first met.
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne.
I used to watch The Osbournes religiously and I’m not afraid to admit it. On the surface, Ozzy might come across as a bit of an eccentric headcase.
But underneath, it’s abundantly clear to see just how truly lost he’d be without his soulmate.
Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher Guest.
Christopher Guest is the director behind classic mockumentary films like A Mighty Wind and Best in Show .
Jamie Lee first saw his picture in Rolling Stone magazine, promoting the film The Is Spinal Tap .
Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance.
These two images are incredible because I really can’t tell which photo is from 20 years ago and which one is current?
Clearly, Angela and Courtney are doing something right. They’re practically ageless and looking dapper as ever.
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos.
Kelly and Mark first met on the set of All My Children . Kelly has said that after being shown a picture of Mark by a casting director, her entire future flashed in an instant before her eyes.
She knew then that Mark was the man she was going to marry.
Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen.
Is it just me or does Mary Steenburgen look better now than she did 20 years ago? You’ve got to give credit to Ted Danson, too — what a silver fox!
I can only imagine the amount of laughter that fills this household.
Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan.
Few celebrity couples warm my heart like Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan. They always support one another, no matter what life throws their way.
Hopefully, thanks to the tireless efforts of these two human beings, we may one day find a cure for Parkinson’s disease.
Elton John and David Furnish.
As far as I’m concerned, the fact that Elton John is married to David Furnish makes him at least half Canadian, and I’m sticking to my guns.
Aside from fewer hair highlights, these two haven’t changed a bit.
Oprah and Stedman.
You know you’re a celebrity power couple when both of you have first name recognition around the world. How many people can seriously claim that earnestly?
I also find it hilarious picturing the two of them doing puzzles. I don’t know why?
Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
Next to Michelle and Barack Obama, Beyoncé and Jay-Z are the closet thing we have to royalty in North America (no, Harry and Meghan don’t count).
Twenty years ago, these two were just a couple of kids. Now, they’re undisputed icons.
Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith.
Jada Pinkett and Will Smith are one of the more perplexing celebrity power couples in Hollywood.
It isn’t every day that you see two people air their dirty laundry for all the world to see.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick.
I feel like a reality TV show about Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick would be worth watching.
How could the lives of Ferris Bueller and Carrie Bradshaw not be entertaining?! It would be impossible.
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson.
Here they are, the celebrity couple that defines the term “relationship goals” — Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson.
Learning that they’d both recovered from COVID-19 was one of the rare good pieces of news 2020 gave us.
Freddie Prinze Jr. and Sarah Michelle Gellar.
Sarah and Freddie first met while filming the cult classic horror movie, I Know What You Did Last Summer . Shortly after their marriage, they both took a significant step back from the acting world.
Today, Freddie is a professional chef !
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas.
Catherine and Michael are looking as happy and as in love as they always have been.
Although, I have to say that I much prefer their beach bum look compared to the glitz and glam that comes with the red carpet.
David and Victoria Beckham.
David Beckham is the only man on planet earth who could willingly go bald and still manage to somehow look even more handsome. How does he do it?!
These two may just be the most beautiful couple on the planet.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill.
If ever there was a match made in country music heaven, it’s Faith Hill and Tim McGraw.
It looks as if Tim’s choice of headwear hasn’t much improved in the last 20 years, but at least a ballcap is better than a bandana.
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell.
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell are the celebrity couple that everyone should aspire to be. They’ve been together for over 37 years and still aren’t married.
Their continuing commitment to one another is born out of love, not a legal obligation.
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova.
This takes me back! I know I’m going to date myself with this comment, but I can still remember when the rumors that Enrique and Anna were dating first broke!
This month, their little baby turns one year old ! Congratulations, guys!
Julia Roberts and Danny Moder.
For an actress as prolific as Julia Roberts, it’s incredible that she’s been able to keep her relationship with Danny Moder so close to the chest.
These two remain as devoted to one another as they were from the time that they first met.
Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld.
I absolutely love the image on the left. It’s almost as if you can hear Jerry saying “OK — that’s enough!” to the paparazzi.
I don’t know where Jessica got her mask and matching bandana, all I know is that I want one.
Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber.
This picture is just adorable. It’s heartwarming to look back at Cindy’s little family and to now see them all grown up!
Also, is it just me or is Cindy’s daughter a cookie-cutter mini-me version of her mother?
Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann.
Judd and Leslie have had an incredibly successful relationship — both in front of and behind the camera.
Over the years, Leslie has appeared in nearly every film Apatow has helmed. It’s kind of cute to think that his wife is also his muse.
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness.
One of the things I love most about Hugh Jackman is how unabashedly head-over-heels in love he is with his wife, Deborra.
Recently, the couple celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary. And as you can probably imagine, Ryan Reynolds was right there ready to troll Hugh for it!
Steve Carell and Nancy Walls.
That’s right, Michael Scott and Carol Stills are actually married in real life!
Can we all take a moment and appreciate just how handsome Steve has become post- The Office ? That beard and those glasses are totally working wonders for him.
Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond.
Jeff and Tina first met all the way back in 1993. Jeff is an actor and composer who actually wrote music for 30 Rock !
He and Tina also recently produced a Broadway musical version of Mean Girls which was nominated for an astounding 12 Tony Awards.
Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman.
How can you tell that Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman have a rock-solid relationship just from looking at this photo? That’s easy: from their choice of football teams!
I can only imagine how tense last year’s Super Bowl must have been for these two.
Stephen and Evelyn Colbert.
The Stephen on the left is saying, “I’m just happy to be here” whereas the image on the right is proudly proclaiming “I’m the new King of Late Night TV!”
We’re proud of you, Stephen, you’ve certainly come a long way.
Lisa Kudrow and Michael Stern.
You’ve got to hand it to Michael Stern. There aren’t many men who could rock a singular haircut for the better part of two decades and manage to pull it off.
Who’s your favorite celebrity couple? Leave a comment and let us know!
