Celebrity Couples Who Are Keeping The Spark Alive!

Colin Firth & Livia Giuggioli – 22 Years

British actor Colin Firth and his better half, Livia Giuggioli, met on the set of Nostromo, a Colombian miniseries. That was 1996 and in just a year they had walked down the aisle. Giuggioli was already famous within the Latin American community but their marriage earned her widespread recognition. 

Their marriage hit the rocks in 2015 and they separated. They couldn’t stay away from each other for too long though and they put an end to the affair rumors when they got back together. They remain relatively tight-lipped about their relationship which could, in essence, be the reason their marriage works.

GARETH BALE & EMMA RHYS-JONES – 2 YEARS

Gareth Bale is a well known Welsh professional footballer who plays as a winger for La Liga club Real Madrid and the Wales national team. Bale became the second-youngest player ever to play for Southampton when he debuted in the Saints’. He won the UEFA Super Cup and scored in a third major final to help the club win the FIFA Club World Cup.

Bale met his wife Emma when they were only a couple of teenagers and went to the same high school. Emma is a straightforward person interested in spending quality time with her family. She and Bale have two daughters and a son, Alba and Nava, and Alex.

JOANNA LUMLEY – CURRENTLY SINGLE

An aspiring actress, Joanna Lumley first came to fame as a model in London’s swinging. Apart from being a model, she is also an actress and television producer. She won two BAFTA TV Awards for her role as Patsy Stone in the BBC sitcom Absolutely Fabulous. Lumley’s other television works include The New Avengers, Sapphire & Steel and Sensitive Skin.

She is a self-confessed huge fan of James Bond and his creator Ian Fleming, being very proud of her role as a Bond Girl. Joanna married Jeremy Lloyd and Stephen Barlow; however, her marriages ended. She is currently single and has a son, James Lumley, from photographer Michael Claydon.

JOSE MOURINHO & MATILDE FARIA – 32 YEARS

José Mourinho is a famous Portuguese professional football player currently the head coach of Serie A club Roma. Mourinho is widely considered one of the greatest managers of all time. He joined Inter Milan, where he won Serie A twice, including a European treble of Serie A. It made him one of five coaches to have won the European Cup with two clubs.

Later that year, he earned the first FIFA World Coach of the Year. Mourinho met his wife Matilde when they were in their teens in Portugal, and the couple got married soon. They have a daughter and a son named Matilde and Jose Mario Jr.

KYLIAN MBAPPE & ALICIA AYLIES – 3 YEARS

Kylian Mbappé is a French footballer playing forward for Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain and the France national team. EA Sports announced him for the cover of FIFA 21, making him one of the youngest ever to grace that brand’s cover solo. He is considered one of the best players globally and is known for his dribbling, speed, and finishing.

The Frenchman is on a contract with Paris Saint-Germain until 2022, making over $20 million annually plus performance bonuses. Alicia Aylies, former Miss France, is his stunning girlfriend. Kylian and Alicia keep their relationship very private as they believe that happiness loves silence.

Oprah Winfrey & Stedman Graham – 33 Years

Oprah Winfrey built her $2.7-billion net worth as a media executive. She’s known for hosting her eponymous show and being extremely charitable to both her former studio audience, as well as, the less fortunate. Those must be some of the qualities that attracted Steadman Graham Jr. who has been in a 33-year relationship with her.

Graham, who is an author and educator, popped the big question in 1992 but that’s where it ended. The couple chose to enter into a “spiritual union”, according to Winfrey, instead of going to the altar. They also must have decided to forego having children.

Kurt Russell & Goldie Hawn – 37 Years

They might have never walked the aisle together, but that doesn’t make them any less of a couple. Goldie Hawn’s and Kurt Russell’s story goes way back to 1968 when their paths crossed for the first time. They didn’t start dating then though, given that Kurt was a teenager at the time.

They got reunited in the ‘80s to make the Swing Shift film and hit it off immediately. They have been dating ever since 1983 and have even had a son together! On top of everything, Kurt’s practically been a father to Goldie’s daughter. In 2020 we will be seeing both of them in The Christmas Chronicles 2 movie.

Tom Selleck & Jillie Mack – 32 Years

In 1982, Tom Selleck was fresh out of a divorce with Jaqueline Ray and he turned to the musical, Cats, which seemed to cheer him up. Jillie Mack, who starred in the production, caught his attention and so he set out to put a ring on her finger.

Their big day wasn’t grandiose like most celebrity nuptials and in fact, they kept it a secret. 32 years later and the two are inseparable with a daughter named Hannah. They have shared that their daughter helped keep them grounded. They now call a Thousand Oaks residence home that formerly belonged to the late Dean Martin.

Keith Richards & Patti Hansen – 36 Years

The Rolling Stones are still a subject of conversation to date because they are one of the greatest bands in history. Keith Richards was fortunate enough to have been part of the band and he is still holding on to his guitar now at age 75. 

Music was a huge part of his courtship with former supermodel Patti Hansen who he married in 1983. They have shared 36 incredible years and have two daughters who also work in entertainment. Hansen struggled with health issues in 2005 and Richards stood by her side through the battle. She’s now an advocate for mammograms.

STEVEN GERRARD & ALEX CURRAN – 14 YEARS

Steven Gerrard is a former English professional footballer who played for Liverpool FC and the England national team as a central midfielder. He also manages Premier League club, Aston Villa. His awards include UEFA Club Footballer and PFA Players’ Player Award as a player. As a manager, he was named the PFA Scotland and SFWA Manager.

Steven Gerrard got married to Alex Curran, his childhood sweetheart in a Catholic ceremony that took place at Cliveden House Hotel in Buckinghamshire in Wymondham. Together they live an amazing family life and have four children: Lilly-Ella, Lexie and Lourdes, and one son, Lio.

KATE GARRAWAY & DEREK DRAPER – 16 YEARS

Kate Garraway is a famous English journalist who began her career with ITV News Central as a production journalist, reporter and news presenter. She became co-presenter of the South East edition of ITV News Meridian on ITV Meridian after she was talent-spotted while presenting a three-minute bulletin on ITV Central.

Garraway occasionally presented The National Lottery Draw on BBC One and made a cameo appearance in Hollyoak. Garraway married Derek Draper, a political aide to former Labor Cabinet Minister Peter Mandelson. Derek was also at the centre of the affair known as Lobbygate. They have a daughter Darcey and a son Billy.

GARY NEVILLE & EMMA HADFIELD – 14 YEARS

Gary Neville is a former English footballer who was a right-back during his playing days but has also been centre-back or a defensive midfielder when required. Neville joined Manchester United in the early 90s and captained the youth team to FA Youth Cup glory in his first season with the club. Neville scored the first goal of his career in a 3-3 draw against Middlesbrough.

More than his scoring ability, he formed a successful combination with David Beckham and later Cristiano Ronaldo on the right-wing. Neville married Emma Hadfield in Manchester Cathedral, Manchester, United Kingdom. They have two daughters, Molly and Sophie.

Warren Beatty & Annette Bening – 28 Years

Silver-screen stars Annette Bening and Warren Beatty married in 1992. They were the subject of celebrity news back then because of their 21-year age gap but 28 years later, they’ve proven that their love was meant to last. According to Beatty, his wife is a special element that keeps their marriage together. 

He told Us Weekly that he’s her biggest fan, evidenced from how he always turns up by her side on just about every red carpet event. Bening believes that their four children contribute to what makes their union work. She says that lasting marriages are built on raising children in a happy home.

 Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson – 31 Years

Tom Hanks and his leading lady, Rita Wilson, have practically spent half of their lives together. They are both 63 and their marriage is now in its 31st year. They were also brought together by a movie, back in the ’80s, and in 1988, they got hitched.

They are now the proud parents of two and their son, Chet, has already made his way into showbiz. In 2015, the family rallied behind Wilson who had a double mastectomy and now advocates for it when it comes to treating cancerous illnesses. Hanks continues to star in films and landed roles in the 2020 movies BIOS and Greyhound.

Bryan Cranston & Robin Dearden – 31 Years

The series, Airwolf, served as the setting for a budding romance between Robin Dearden and Bryan Cranston. They were both in relationships with other people but somewhere along the way they ended up together. Bells were chiming as the two exchanged vows in 1989, giving Cranston a second chance at marriage. 

Cranston and Dearden have a daughter named Taylor and she followed the same path to become an actress. When it comes to what oils the wheel, Cranston says that couples therapy has helped them work out the kinks in their marriage. Cranston is currently on set filming, Your Honor, an upcoming Showtime miniseries.

Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip – 72 Years

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip are set to celebrate 72 incredible years of marriage on the 20th of November 2019. The Royal Navy College is where they met and they soon began exchanging letters that blossomed into a relationship. They are both in their 90s now but it doesn’t limit them from accompanying each other to various royal functions. 

Prince Philip retired officially in 2017 but Queen Elizabeth maintains her public duties. They are also in great shape for their age and it might have something to do with the latest additions to the royal family who’ve kept them invigorated. We are talking about their grandchildren including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s son Archie.

ANT MCPARTLIN & ANNE-MARIE CORBETT – 3 YEARS

Anthony David McPartlin, popularly known as Ant McPartlin, is a well-known presenter and comedian. He gained his popularity through the series Byker Grove where he played the character of PJ, which aired on CBBC. Ant got married on July 22, 2006, to Lisa Armstrong, and after 11 years of marriage, they decided to go separate ways in 2018.

Soon, Anne-Marie Corbett, Anthony’s former personal assistant, gave him support, and they two began dating in 2018. The actor proposed to her on Christmas eve in the most romantic way. After three years of relationship, the duo tied the knot on August 7, 2021, in Hampshire.

Ina Garten & Jeffrey Garten – 51 Years

Ina Garten made cooking her life and she hosts the Barefoot Contessa on the Food Network. She also has 11 bestselling cookbooks to her name including her 2016 publication, Cooking with Jeffrey. The subject of the publication is her husband Jeffrey who is a Yale University professor. 

They met as teens in the ’60s and in 1968 they decided to spend the rest of their lives together. They have now spent 51 years married, however, no children have been added to the equation. They reside between Southport and East Hampton, tending to their various business commitments.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus & Brad Hall – 32 Years

Julia Louis-Dreyfus is a strong woman, she battled cancer and she’s now back on our screens on shows like Veep. Dreyfus announced that she had the illness in 2017 and understandably, she took a brief hiatus from the showbiz. She didn’t stay away for too long and returned to acting in late 2018 after recovering. 

Dreyfus had the support of her loving husband, Brad Hall, who she married in 1987. Unsurprisingly, they met when Dreyfus auditioned for a play Hall had put together while they were still in school. They also ended up on Saturday Night Live together before their nuptials. They have two sons who pursued different paths, away from the spotlight.

Sting & Trudie Styler – 27 Years

Gordon Matthew Thomas solidified his place in music history as Sting. He’s now 68 and still churning out hits. The 2018 album he released in collaboration with Jamaican musician Shaggy earned him a Grammy in 2019. He met Trudie Styler in 1982 when he was fresh out of his first marriage.

They married in 1992 and the couple now has four children in the mix. They found the balance they needed to raise their blended family including Sting’s two children from his first marriage. Spending long periods apart might break some relationships but Sting and Styler say that it keeps things fresh for them.

 Ozzy Osbourne & Sharon Osbourne – 37 Years

John Michael Osbourne is better known by his stage name Ozzy Osbourne. He made his fortune as a TV personality and musician which is something he shares with his wife Sharon, who is a music manager. They married in 1982 and through the 37 years of their relationship they’ve faced several challenges. 

In 2016, Ozzy had a highly publicized cheating scandal and he has also had a history of indiscretions in the past. Dealing with such an issue under public scrutiny has seen several celebrity relationships end but not theirs. Their three children, Kelly, Aimee and Jack, also became a part of the entertainment industry.

Jeremy Irons & Sinéad Cusack – 42 Years

In 2019, Jeremy Irons and Sinéad Cusack marked their 42nd anniversary. The two still create quite the buzz as they did back in the ’70s after their 1978 nuptials. Their union resulted in the birth of actors Max and Sam Irons. Irons has shared truthful interviews highlighting the struggles of Hollywood marriages. 

He said that he always feared that filing for divorce was a possibility because of the lengthy times he spent away from home. Fortunately, he married an actress who understood the demands of the industry and they stuck it out. Irons has been keeping busy as of late with his latest project, the 2019 superhero series Watchmen.

KRISTY MCNICHOL & MARTIE ALLEN – 28 Years

Kristie McNichol is a famous American actress and comedian who retired from showbiz in 2001. After laying low in the public eye, she started teaching acting at a private school in Los Angeles. She believes in helping the impoverished through charity that she religiously works for. She is also an avid believer in standing up for the victims of bullying.

She and her partner, Mattie Allen, have hit the news several times with a relationship that was hard to accept in the 90s. However, Kristie and Martie remain devoted to their love life and share a relationship that we can only wish to have with our spouses.

David Muir & Gio Benitez – Unknown

David Muir is the anchor for ABC News’ World Tonight program and People magazine’s most desirable man in 2014. Besides, his love life has become a hot topic in the industry. From unknown female companions to fellow reporter Gio Benitez, there have been rumors that he might be dating one or the other for a long time.

However, his relationship speculation with Benitez came to an end in 2016 when the latter got married to Tommy DiDario. Ever since then, we haven’t heard anything concerning David’s dating life. It seems like the fans will just have to wait for this handsome journalist’s big day.

Kevin Bacon & Kyra Sedgwick – 31 Years

Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon’s love story brewed while filming Lemon Sky, an ’80s play that aired on PBS. Borrowing from Bacon’s sweet sentiments which he shared when they celebrated their anniversary in 2015, they marked 11,331 days together in 2019. 

Sedgwick said that it was unsettling to find out that they are ninth cousins along the way but they chose to let love win. They were also tested when they lost a huge chunk of their investment to Bernard Madoff’s Ponzi scheme but it wasn’t long before they bounced back. Their two children include Sosie Ruth who also made her way to Hollywood.

Aaron Rodgers & Shailene Woodley – 1 Year

Aaron Rodgers is a football quarterback for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). He had a strong college career where he set several passing records. In September 2020, Packers quarterback Aaron disclosed that he has a new and improved love of life thanks to a few changes in his world.

He has been connected to actress Shailene Woodley since the second half of 2020. In February 2021, Rodgers greeted his fiancée during the NFL MVP acceptance speech. Later, on February 22nd, in The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Woodley confirmed that she is engaged with Aaron, and they will be tying the knot soon.

Ron Howard & Cheryl Alley – 46 Years

Ron Howard has gleamed throughout his career as a Hollywood director and actor, but he’s not been on the unbelievable journey alone. Throughout more than four decades, the iconic star certainly had the loving support of his wife Cheryl Howard by his side.

In 1975, the Oscar winner tied the knot with his high school sweetheart, and it’s been a fairytale ever since. After marriage, they became parents to four children, daughter Bryce Dallas Howard; twins Paige Howard and Jocelyn Howard; and youngest child Reed Howard. In June 2021, Ron and Shirley proved that their love was going strong when they celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary.