The longest-lasting celebrity marriages

In this era of fleeting romance, where 'liquid love' and instant gratification reign supreme, these marriages stand out as proof that true love can thrive, even under the unique pressures of showbiz.

According to Vanity Fair, Hanks and Wilson met in 1981 on the set of 'Bosom Buddies.' But it was their time together on 'Volunteers' (1985) that deepened their bond. Married in 1988, they’ve overcome plenty over the years. "My parents were divorced... but Rita's Greek family was a table where everyone is welcome and sticks together even when they are mad at each other, unconditionally," he told CBS News.

This couple met in 1987 during the filming of 'Lemon Sky' (1988), a made-for-TV movie that offered them the chance to work closely together. Married in 1988, they remain one of Hollywood's strongest couples. "The thing about it is, Kyra’s the type of person who would be very clear if her emotional needs weren’t being met in some sort of way. If the core piece of our love and our marriage was getting short shrift, she would bring it up in a heartbeat. And we would work through it," Bacon told The Guardian.

Parker and Broderick were introduced by Parker’s sister in 1991. After five years of dating, they married in a private New York ceremony in 1997. Parker told Harper’s Bazaar, "We can only be in the marriage we are. We're very devoted to our family and our lives. I love our life."

Ozzy and Sharon met in 1970 while she was working for Black Sabbath's manager. After years as friends, they became romantically involved and married in 1982. Despite challenges, including Ozzy's struggles with addiction, they've stayed together.

This couple began dating in 2004 and married in 2008, soon after gay marriage was legalized in California. De Rossi, known for her role in 'Arrested Development,' shared with People, "There's a peace to [being married] and a sense of togetherness that we just didn't have before. And I didn't even realize it would change as much as it has, but it's so lovely."

David met Victoria in 1997 after a charity soccer match, and they married in 1999. Despite media scrutiny, they’ve remained strong. The secret? David told The Telegraph: "We have four kids who are always going in different directions, but you have to prioritise your time with each other. That’s what we’ve always done, and it seems to be working."

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After meeting on the set of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' (1997), these two stars didn’t start dating right away but built a solid friendship first. They married in 2002 and are going on their 25th wedding anniversary.

Fox and Pollan met on the set of 'Family Ties,' where Pollan played his character’s love interest. Their on-screen romance soon turned real, and they married in 1988. Despite Fox's ongoing battle with Parkinson's, their bond is unshakable.

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Elton and David met at a mutual friend’s dinner party in 1993. They formed a civil partnership in 2005, later marrying in 2014 after the UK legalized same-sex marriage. Elton has often credited David for bringing him "stability and joy," as he shared with The Guardian.

The pair first met on the set of 'The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band' (1968), but it wasn’t until they filmed 'Swing Shift' (1984) that sparks truly flew. Though never married, they’ve been together for over 40 years."It wasn't just because he was handsome and all of those things you get turned on by; it was because he matched my devotion to children to be number one," the actress recalled during an appearance on SiriusXM's 'Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend'.

Jackson and Richardson first met in college and have been together since their early 20s. They married in 1980, long before Jackson became one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood. Through ups and downs, they’ve supported each other for over 40 years.

After meeting on the set of 'Bugsy' (1991), Beatty and Bening married in 1992. Despite Beatty’s past reputation as a ladies' man, he’s been happily devoted to Bening for over three decades. "I think marriage is like the greatest thing and greatest challenge to really make it all work and to stay together, and that is the thing that I am so, so proud of with us," she told Drew Barrymore.

The late icon and his wife, supermodel Iman, met on a blind date in 1990, marrying two years later in 1992. Their relationship endured until Bowie's passing in 2016.

Washington and Pearson first met on the set of the TV movie 'Wilma' (1977), about the life of Olympian Wilma Rudolph. Married in 1983, they have stood strong together.

Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston met in 1974 when he was filming Rancho Deluxe in Montana, and she was working as a waitress. They married three years later, in 1977, and have been together for over four decades, including his recent battle with cancer and severe COVID. "We are quite different as people, and we celebrate that rather than making it drive us apart," he told People.

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