Sidney Poitier and Diahann Carroll had a love affair that lasted nearly a decade while they were married to different people. After a series of broken promises, the couple separated and became friends again years after.
Susan Clark and Alex Karras' marriage lasted for 32 years, despite the actress's initial thoughts of refusing to date the late football star. Here's everything to know about the pair's long-term marriage.
Hollywood icon Patrick Swayze was married to his heartthrob Lisa Niemi for more than three decades, and even after his death, the couple retained a close bond.
John Amos' first wife, Lillian Lehman, was so confident in herself that she wasn't affected by women telling her they loved him. She and John found humor in it, and her response quickly shut down any further interactions.
John Travolta was in pain when his lover Diana Hyland died from cancer in his arms. But, after her death, he revealed that he had never been more in love than Hyland. Continue reading to learn about their love history.
TV personality Jenna Bush Hager and her husband, Henry Chase Hager, have been married for over a decade even though he declined her marriage proposal.
Mindy Cohn struggled with a disease that had her fighting for her life for years after finding out about it over an incident during a walk. She fought bravely and managed to come out stronger on the other side.
American Actress Jamie Lee Curtis and her husband adopted two children very early on in their marriage. Curtis dropped her career to take care of her kids, but still, she missed all the signs indicating her youngest child was transgender.
Kristy McNichol might have seemed to have a decent life, but the truth was she was struggling in the background. She ended up leaving the industry and managed to find love with a woman.
Donny Osmond has spent more than five decades in the spotlight since his teenage days, but the best part of the singer's life is with his wife of over four decades, with whom he shares five kids.
Farrah Fawcett's death led to a legal battle between her longtime partner Ryan O'Neal and a former boyfriend after the actress left a multi-million dollar painting for her ex. On the other hand, her son also faced charges after robbing a convenience store.
John Wayne knew his marriage to Josephine Saenz was over when she would not stop talking about his extramarital affairs even though she promised to do so in front of a priest she had invited to try and save their marriage.
Sandra Dee was one of the breakout stars of the mid-1950s, but her life was filled with sad tales of sexual abuse and a failed marriage to Bobby Darin, who went to great lengths to win her heart.
TV star Mariska Hargitay and her husband, Peter Hermann, live with their three children in an impressive six-story mansion in New York City. Their stylish master bedroom spans the entire second floor.
Actor Kevin Costner did not think he would get the attention of his first wife, Cindy Silva. Luckily she had also been interested in him since their first meeting. Years after they got married, his family-man reputation was in tatters.
Karla Devito of "Pirates of Penzance" never expected to be married. However, after working with her love interest Frederic played by Robby Benson, on the Broadway production, the actress's demeanor towards marriage changed.
Sidney Poitier's first marriage ended a few years after having an affair with Diahann Carroll. He didn't think he would marry again until he met Joanna Shimkus, with whom he now shares two children.
Pat Sajak has an educated wife who didn't think it was too much to step back from her law career to raise their kids — here are some details about the star's family.
Hollywood's one-time delectable blonde actress with the baby doll voice and an endearing talent claimed that she had to connect with her spirituality when welcoming her first child who almost died– now she calls him "a gift."
When Jane Wyman and Ronald Reagan started dating, they were head over heels in love. But two years later, Wyman became concerned about not being engaged. In a bid to get Ronald to propose, she did the unthinkable. Find out what it was.
"I Dream of Jeannie" star Barbara Eden was willing to go through whatever challenge to have a blissful marriage with her first husband. However, losing their second baby, and carrying the lifeless fetus for weeks, had an effect they least expected: it tore the couple apart, ending their union.
Actor Nicolas Cage and Lisa Marie Presley were among the biggest celebrity couples of the early 21st century, but their union had more low moments than high.
Cole Hauser became a fan favorite for his role in Paramount Network's award-winning drama series, "Yellowstone," but his personal life is worth a movie script.
Owen Wilson once tried to end his life allegedly because the woman he loved, Kate Hudson, was seeing another man. However, he's disputed the claims and avoided discussing that relationship with the media.
Kristin Chenoweth was given up for adoption at a very young age, but she never saw it as a bad thing, and instead felt it was a blessing. She only met her birth mother after she saw her on television and amends were made.
Tiffany Haddish is one of the most talented icons in Hollywood. Today, she is thankful for her achievements, but her road to stardom was filled with numerous hurdles. Inside her difficult life.
Veteran Actor Mickey Rooney tragically lost his fifth wife after she was shot dead by an alleged lover to prevent them from reconciling. Rooney who was heartbroken after the incident surprisingly married his late wife's friend shortly after.
Johnny Depp fell in love with Winona Ryder when she was still a teenager. After being together for a couple of years, the couple separated, but Ryder still had his back years later when he faced some serious allegations.
Shortly after Charlie Sheen called off his wedding with Brett Rossi via text, she filed a lawsuit against him for concealing his HIV infection, abuse, and coercing her to have an abortion.
Robin Wright and Sean Penn's relationship was out of the ordinary. Although Wright made a life-changing decision to favor her family, Penn's 2009 Oscar speech hinted at their divorce.
After 27 years of marriage, Hollywood Actor Robert Conrad divorced his second wife, Lavelda. She subsequently married another man, but after Richard's death was announced, the actress still referred to her ex-husband as her partner.
Brazilian healthy eating advocate and "Just Try One Bite" author Camila Alves McConaughey shared details of her life as a mother and their three "adaptable" children during this exclusive interview with AmoMama.
Lester Holt met his wife 40 years ago while she was working as a stewardess. Decades later, they are parents to two grown men and grandparents to loving grandchildren.
Brazilian author Camila Alves McConaughey exclusively told AmoMama everything you need to know about "Just Try One Bite," her new book about three children trying to change their parents' eating behavior.
Jeff Daniels is one of those celebrities who don't share a lot of their personal lives. However, one time he confessed that he once abandoned his wife, Kathleen Rosemary Treado because he'd forgotten she was with him!
Betty White thought she was making the best decision possible when she married theatrical agent Lane Allen. But the marriage crashed after Allen demanded she quits her Hollywood career and be a stay home wife to raise their kids.
Many couples only learn of their significant others after meeting them, but it was different for actor Val Kilmer. He had had a prophetic dream about his wife before meeting her in person. They went on to get married and have two children.
Fred Rogers was married to one woman in his life, Joanne Rogers, however, their relationship almost didn't happen. Fred almost gave up on their relationship until she was spotted with another man, leading him to try and solidify what they had.
Robert Redford was a divorcee from his 27-year marriage when he found love with a woman 19 years his junior, whom he later married. Although he suffered heartbreaks in his previous relationship, everything became worth it because his new wife allowed him to live a new life.
Despite being a famous actress when the delectable blonde beauty from "Full House" Candace Cameron Bure became a mother, everything changed, including her lifestyle. Eventually, she settled into parenthood with the support of her husband - inside the celebrity's loving family.
Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall's son Stephen has built a name for himself. Despite his success, the icon still recalls his tough childhood experiences, including spending most of his time alone or with nannies. Continue reading to know more about the writer's life.
Jack Lord did it all. From playing the fan-favorite McGarrett on "Hawaii Five-O" to selling Cadillacs. And yet his private love was nothing to write home about. He had an unhappy first marriage that he remained quiet about for years.
Jon Cryer found love again onset after he finished mourning his first divorce, but his love interest was thinking more along the lines of gay best friend — see how the conflict was resolved.
Ron Howard might look like a humble man; however, he is one of the most powerful people in Hollywood with a career that has spanned more than six decades. It began when he was just a boy of five and earned him a tonne of profit that he enjoys lavishly on his family.
Movie stars Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves remain one of the closest friends in Hollywood. Although they never dated, the pair had crushes on each other. Find out more interesting things about their bond.
Hal Holbrook endured two failed marriages before he met his wife, Dixie. She was faithful to him, but at some point, he got jealous because she was having sizzling flirting scenes with a man Holbrook wouldn't rule out as a competitor — here are the details.
Olivia de Havilland starred alongside Errol Flynn as his lover about eight times and once said nothing happened between them off-screen. However, she later confessed that she'd felt more for him than she let on.
Richard Thomas, who won an Emmy Award for his John-Boy Walton character on CBS's "The Waltons," is a father of seven after a tumultuous divorce from the mother of his four kids. The actor remarried and now enjoys his large blended family.
Shannen Doherty walked down the aisle three times, with her last husband being the right man for her. Their relationship was tested when the actress was diagnosed with cancer, but they only got stronger through the rough battle.
Candice Bergen's love for her husband Louis Malle had been undeniable, but upon his death, she found love with her second husband, real estate developer Marshall Rose. However, marrying him in the presence of Malle's children left her feeling guilty.
