Hollywood marriage often carries a negative connotation; while it may appear glamorous, it is frequently short-lived.
The high divorce rates among celebrities are undeniable, yet some couples demonstrate that true love still exists amidst the glitz and glamour of Tinseltown.
From Beyoncé and Jay-Z to George and Amal Clooney, join us as we explore the love stories of 10 celebrity power couples and discover how they first met.
10. John Krasinski and Emily Blunt
From two of the most well-known actors in Hollywood to one of the most famous couples today, John Krasinski and Emily Blunt have truly stood the test of time—or Hollywood.
They first met through a mutual friend at a restaurant and formed an instant connection, which led to their first date at a gun range.
Krasinski wanted to impress Blunt so much that he chose this unconventional setting, and it seemed to work out well.
After barely a year of dating, the couple got engaged in 2009 and tied the knot at George Clooney’s villa in Lake Como, Italy, in 2010.
They are blessed with two daughters, Hazel and Violet, and they even had the opportunity to work together in the critically acclaimed movie A Quiet Place.
9. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are arguably one of the funniest couples in Hollywood, and for good reasons.
They are the true epitome of "reel-to-real," having first met on the set of their 2011 film Green Lantern, where they played on-screen lovers.
However, their romance didn’t start immediately. They even went on a double date a year later, though both with other people.
While details about their dating lives are kept under wraps, they got engaged in 2011 and married in a surprise ceremony in 2012.
Today, the couple is blessed with four children: James, Inez, Betty, and Olin.
Lively and Reynolds are famous for their playful banter on social media despite keeping their marriage lives relatively private. So, if these two ever broke up, it would surely cause an uproar.
8. Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes
Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have one of the quietest relationships in Hollywood, and much of what is known about them comes from rumors.
The couple first met on the set of their 2011 film The Place Beyond the Pines, in which they portrayed a couple raising an infant.
Though there were claims that they were already dating at the time, their relationship wasn’t confirmed until it was reported that Mendes was already pregnant with her first child, Esmeralda, with Gosling in 2014.
Mendes gave birth to their second daughter, Amada, in 2016. While they have never publicly confirmed their marriage, Mendes hinted at it when she referred to Gosling as her “husband” in a 2022 interview with an Australian news outlet.
Their relationship thrives on privacy and tranquility as they successfully balance their professional and personal lives.
7. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson are the ultimate couple goals, standing out as one of the longest-married celebrity pairs in Hollywood.
Their incredible love story began on the set of the TV comedy Bosom Buddies in 1981, and they crossed paths again while filming Volunteers in 1985.
Hanks and Wilson finally tied the knot in 1988 and have been happily married ever since.
In addition to Hanks’ two children, Colin and Elizabeth, from a previous marriage, they share two more kids together: Chet and Truman.
6. Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman
Just when Nicole Kidman thought she would never fall in love again following her divorce from Tom Cruise, she met Keith Urban.
The A-list actress felt an instant attraction to the singer-songwriter when they first met at the G'Day USA Gala in Los Angeles in 2005.
However, after receiving Kidman's number, Urban took a few months to contact her. When he finally called her, their connection blossomed into a romance.
The couple got engaged in 2006 and married later that same year at the Cardinal Cerretti Memorial Chapel in Sydney, Australia.
They share two daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret. Kidman also has two adopted children, Isabella and Connor, from her previous marriage to Cruise.
5. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith may have a controversial marriage, but their relationship is undeniably enduring.
They first met in 1994 when Jada auditioned for the role of Will’s girlfriend on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
Although she didn’t get the part, she eventually became his wife when they tied the knot in 1997. The couple raises two children, Willow and Jaden, and co-parents Will’s first son, Trey.
Despite the controversies surrounding their romance, they have consistently referred to each other as “life partners,” as Will mentioned in an interview with Tidal's Rap Radar podcast.
4. Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas’ over-two-decade marriage proves age is just a number.
The legendary actor instantly knew he would be Zeta-Jones’ husband when he quipped that he would be the father of her children during their first meeting in 1998 at the Deauville Film Festival.
Although she didn’t take him seriously at the time, Douglas won her over as he began courting her, and she eventually fell for him.
The couple got engaged in 1999 and married in 2000 at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. They now share two children, Dylan and Carys, while Douglas also has a son, Cameron, from his previous marriage.
While they faced a brief separation in 2013, they reconciled in 2014, demonstrating that their love can withstand any challenges.
3. David Beckham and Victoria Beckham
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham are one of the most iconic couples in the entertainment world.
The former footballer instantly knew they were meant to be together and even expressed his desire to marry "Posh Spice" upon first seeing her at a Manchester United game in 1997.
Despite their whirlwind romance, they became engaged in 1998 and held a lavish wedding in 1999, complete with matching white outfits that sealed their status as a power couple.
They have four children: Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper. Despite the persistent rumors surrounding their marriage, David and Victoria have consistently reaffirmed their commitment to each other.
2. Beyoncé and Jay-Z
This list will never be complete without Beyoncé and Jay-Z. One of the most iconic celebrity couples, the musical powerhouses have been together for over 20 years.
They first met in the late 1990s and started dating around 2001. They then secretly tied the knot in 2008 and now share three kids, Blue Ivy and twins Rumi and Sir.
Throughout their marriage, they have collaborated on numerous musical projects, like the joint album Everything is Love and the hit songs Crazy in Love and 03 Bonnie & Clyde.
However, like others, their relationship has also faced several challenges, like infidelity. Despite that, though, they have remained committed to each other.
1. George Clooney and Amal Clooney
George Clooney and Amal Clooney have a cute love story to tell.
Before they started dating, George's parents had already met their future daughter-in-law when they first met at his Lake Como home in 2013.
Back then, Amal’s beauty and brilliance quickly captivated the iconic actor. A year after their initial meeting, they got engaged and had a romantic wedding a few months later in Venice.
The couple welcomed twins Alexander and Ella in 2017. Despite their high-profile status, they have successfully maintained a private personal life.