10 celebrity couples who never got hitched
10 Hollywood couples who said yes to love but no to marriage
Some love stories surely show that there's no one-size-fits-all formula for a successful and lasting relationship. Marriage, for some, is just a piece of paper, and the strength of a partnership is defined by the bond and understanding between individuals rather than a formal wedding ceremony. Whether it's the enduring love between Hollywood icons Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid or the low-key commitment of Oprah Winfrey and Stedman Graham, these 10 romantic pairs have chosen their own unique journeys as couples.
Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid
Courteney Cox and Snow Patrol's Johnny McDaid have been romantically involved since 2013. Despite a brief engagement and separation in 2015, they reconciled a year later, forging a resilient relationship that has endured since. According to People, in a candid moment on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, Courteney Cox clarified her relationship with Johnny McDaid, stating, "He's not my fiancé. We were engaged to be married, but now we're just together."
Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale
'Bridesmaids' actress and 'Jumanji' actor, Bobby Cannavale and Rose Byrne, have been a couple since 2012, meeting on the set of the 'Annie' remake. Despite having two sons, Rocco and Rafa, and referring to each other as husband and wife, they have not officially tied the knot.
Oprah Winfrey and Stedman Graham
Oprah Winfrey and Stedman Graham met in 1986 at a charity event, coinciding with the premiere of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show'. They have remained together since and got engaged in 1992. However, Winfrey later realized that marriage wasn't what she wanted, as revealed in O Mag's February 2020 issue.
Maya Rudolph and Paul Thomas Anderson
Maya Rudolph, a 'Saturday Night Live' alum and 'Bridesmaids' star, has been in a relationship with director Paul Thomas Anderson since 2001. Although they never married, Rudolph started referring to Anderson as her "husband" after the birth of their first child in 2005, as revealed in an interview with the New York Times.
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys, a couple since 2014, first crossed paths on the set of 'The Americans'. The chemistry between their characters sparked rumors about their real-life relationship, which they eventually confirmed but they reportedly never married. However, in 2016, the couple celebrated the arrival of their son, Sam.
Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor
Having initially met in the early 2000s at a party, the two actresses only entered into a romantic relationship in 2015, despite both being involved with other people at the time. Since then, they have remained together, frequently expressing their admiration for each other in interviews and on red carpets but they have not chosen to marry each other yet.
Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez
Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the creative duo behind the luxury fashion brand Proenza Schouler, found both love and success in each other. Meeting during their studies at Parsons the New School of Design, they co-founded their brand in 2002, naming it after their mothers' maiden names. However, the couple has not yet tied the knot and reportedly have no plans to do so.
Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova, a couple since 2001, initially crossed paths on the set of Iglesias's music video for 'Escape', featuring a notable make-out scene. Although they made their relationship public in 2002, they've maintained a low profile. The couple welcomed twins, Nicholas and Lucy, in 2017, followed by their daughter, Mary, two years later.
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, epitomizing relationship goals, found each other on the set of 'The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band' in 1966 but officially became a couple in 1983 during 'Swing Shift'. Hawn sees devotion as the essence of marriage, and as long as they maintain emotional devotion, honesty, care, and love, they consider themselves fine without the formalities of marriage.
Ricky Gervais and Jane Fallon
In a relationship since 1982, the creator of 'The Office' and the renowned English novelist share the belief that marriage isn't a necessary institution for their enduring connection.
