14 Famous Couples Who Rekindled Their Relationships After A Breakup
What is meant to be will be, even when it comes to celebrities.
What is meant to be is meant to be, and some celeb couples are simply meant to be with each other! While reconciling with an ex isn't always the best idea, for some famous couples, a little time and space was just what their relationship needed to get back on track.
Timberlake and Biel started dating in 2007 and dated until March 2011, when they split up. Timberlake spoke to Vanity Fair about their "hurtful" split a few months later. "She is the single most important person in my life," he said.
"She is the most special person I've met in my 30 years, OK? So I defend it, and until someone shows me what would be more meaningful at this point, that's all I can do," he went on.
They reconciled in October, just over six months after their breakup, and were married a year later, in October 2012. Silas, their first son, was born in 2015, and Phineas, their second child, was born in July 2020.
We have compiled a list of famous couples who have proven that true love will eventually prevail, starting with Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, and many others. Even after calling it quits, these famous couples found their way back to each other despite some bumps in the road and a few hurtful breakups.
1. Jennifer Lopez & Alex Rodriguez
After news broke, the couple broke up after a four-year relationship, but they later stated that they are working through some things.
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They took a three-month break after dating for four years. However, they reconciled and got married in 2012.
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They hit a rough patch and took a long break in 2007. The two reunited at a party in 2010.
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4. Pink & Carey Hart
They dated in 2001 and got married in 2006. They decided to take an 11-month break two days later, a situation that relationship expert Dr. Alexandra Solomon explains as a common occurrence in relationships. She notes, "Sometimes couples need space to understand their individual needs and desires better." This perspective highlights the importance of self-reflection in rekindling relationships.
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5. Chrissy Teigen & John Legend
They met on the set of the pop star's music video in 2007 and started dating. He told The Guardian about their breakup, which lasted only 30 minutes. Now, they're undoubtedly one of the strongest Hollywood couples.
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6. NeNe & Gregg Leakes
NeNe had been with her current husband since 1996, but 15 years later, she needed a break. In 2011, NeNe filed for divorce for a sound reason, but later, the pair remarried in 2013.
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7. Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard
They first hit it off at a friend's birthday party in 2007, but took a break for a few months. However, only four days later, they got back together, and now they're married.
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8. Adam Levine & Behati Prinsloo
They started dating in 2012, but a year later, they ended it. Two months later, Adam ran back to Behati, and now they're married with kids.
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9. Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos
They called it quits a week before their wedding. Then, the two reconnected at a taping of Regis and Kathie Lee and got married.
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10. Justin Bieber & Hailey Bieber
They met in 2009 and then made their relationship Instagram official, but the couple only lasted a few months. They reunited, and according to renowned relationship expert Dr. John Gottman, "The key to a successful relationship is not avoiding conflict but learning how to manage it effectively." Justin then put a ring on it, showcasing their renewed bond.
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11. Gabrielle Union & Dwayne Wade
Both made their red carpet debut in 2010, but after separating in 2013, they needed some time apart. Within a few months, they made up, and Dwyane popped the question.
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12. Jana Kramer & Mike Caussin
Shortly after their marriage in 2015, news broke that he was cheating. They separated but still worked things out.
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13. Nick & Vanessa Lachey
They met in 2006 on the set of Nick's music video and started dating afterward, but in 2009, they briefly split. They later got back together and got married.
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14. Ansel Elgort & Violetta Komyshan
They separated in 2014 during their longtime relationship. However, they reconciled and are now inseparable.
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They say if you love somebody, you should let them go. If it’s meant to be, they’ll surely come back to you.
A lot of their fans root for them to make things work again. When Liam Hemsworth and Miley Cyrus decided to get back together, I was so happy for them.
Which celebrity couple were you happy to see get back together again? Or which separated couples do you wish would reconcile?
