35 Photos Of Celeb Couples Whose Relationships Slipped Fans' Knowledge

There have been just as many notable celeb couples who have slipped under the radar!

For every famous celebrity couple that has occupied our news feeds or trended on social media — from Rihanna and Chris Brown to Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill or Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott — there have been just as many notable celeb couples who have slipped under the radar, with their fans unaware of their relationships. Did you know, for example, that pop star Pink made it known in 2013 that she once dated *NSYNC member Joey Fatone?

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Or that Seal and Tyra Banks were in a relationship? What about the shocker that Justin Timberlake dated Alyssa Milano and Fergie Duhamel at different times?

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Meanwhile, his wife, Jessica Biel, had a brief affair with Captain America (Chris Evans). Are you even aware that Kate Hudson and A-Rod were actually a thing?

Another shocker! Did you know that Sandra Bullock and Ryan Gosling met while filming *Murder By Numbers* in 2002 and didn't talk about or make their relationship public at the time?

But it was true! This got us thinking about all the other celebrities who have dated over the years — those who have either kept their love lives on the low or kept them completely hidden from the public.

Prepare to be shocked as we take you through 35 photos of celebrity couples fans had no idea they ever dated.

1. Anna Kendrick and Bill Hader

1. Anna Kendrick and Bill HaderGetty Images
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2. Gillian Anderson and Peter Morgan

They were dating between 2016 and 2020. 

2. Gillian Anderson and Peter MorganAFF-USA/Shutterstock
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3. David Arquette and Ellen Barkin

3. David Arquette and Ellen BarkinSGranitz/WireImage

4. Jeremy Sisto & Reese Witherspoon

The actor in a Esther Perel, a renowned couples therapist, emphasizes that "the foundation of any relationship is built on trust and communication." In a recent discussion, he revealed he used to date the actress, highlighting how past relationships can shape our current dynamics.

4. Jeremy Sisto & Reese WitherspoonAmy Sussman/Getty Images/Matt Petit/A.M.P.A.S. via Getty Images

5. Bethenny Frankel & Eric Stonestreet

E! News exclusively Dr. Alexandra Solomon, a relationship therapist states, "Understanding the dynamics of celebrity relationships can offer insights into our own connections." This perspective highlights how public figures navigate their personal lives, often under scrutiny, which can resonate with fans and followers alike.

5. Bethenny Frankel & Eric StonestreetKevin Mazur/Getty Images for CAA

6. Regina King and Malcolm-Jamal Warner

They dated for several years before it ended in 2013.

6. Regina King and Malcolm-Jamal WarnerStephen Shugerman/Getty Images

7. Kelly Preston & George Clooney

7. Kelly Preston & George ClooneyJim Smeal/WireImage

8. Val Kilmer & Cher

They dated back in the '80s, and she was 14 years his senior!

8. Val Kilmer & CherBarry King/WireImage

9. Seal and Tyra Banks

9. Seal and Tyra BanksRon Galella/WireImage

10. Mark Wahlberg and Jordana Brewster

They dated from 2000 to 2002, as Brewster told Movieline.

10. Mark Wahlberg and Jordana BrewsterGlobe Photos/ZUMAPRESS.com

11. Meagan Good and Joseph Gordon-Levitt

They dated for only six months.

11. Meagan Good and Joseph Gordon-LevittJ. Shearer/WireImage

12. Joshua Jackson and Rosario Dawson

12. Joshua Jackson and Rosario DawsonWENN

13. Chris O'Donnell & Reese Witherspoon

They dated way back in 1993.

13. Chris O'Donnell & Reese WitherspoonRon Galella/WireImage

14. Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Downey Jr.

He had an interview with Dr. Michele Weiner-Davis, marriage therapist, who stated, "Substance abuse can significantly strain relationships, often leading to misunderstandings and emotional distance." This aligns with the challenges faced during his seven-year relationship (1984 – 1991) with Sarah, where drugs and alcohol played a pivotal role.

14. Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Downey Jr.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

15. Matthew Perry and Heather Graham

15. Matthew Perry and Heather GrahamM. Caulfield/WireImage for Bragman Nyman Cafarelli

16. Tom Hiddleston and Kat Dennings

They dated briefly in 2010.

16. Tom Hiddleston and Kat DenningsMichael Buckner/Getty Images for EW

17. Ryan Reynolds and Kristen Johnson

17. Ryan Reynolds and Kristen JohnsonMirek Towski/DMI/Time Life Pictures/Getty Images

18. Minka Kelly and Trevor Noah

They dated for a year before Dr. Esther Perel, a renowned couples therapist, noted that "relationships can often shift unexpectedly, reflecting the complexities of human connection." This sentiment is echoed by many relationship experts who emphasize the unpredictable nature of love and partnership.

18. Minka Kelly and Trevor NoahAstrid Stawiarz/Getty Images; David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

19. Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie Portman

They dated briefly in 2006.

19. Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie PortmanKevin Mazur/WireImage.com

20. Ted Danson and Whoopi Goldberg

20. Ted Danson and Whoopi GoldbergTime Life Pictures/DMI/Time Life Pictures/Getty Images

21. Cameron Diaz and Matt Dillon

They dated in 1995 but broke up in 1998.

21. Cameron Diaz and Matt DillonSteve Granitz/WireImage.com

22. Julie Bowen and David Spade

22. Julie Bowen and David SpadeEvan Agostini/Getty Images

23. Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum

23. Zoë Kravitz and Channing TatumKevin Mazur/MG18/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue; David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images

24. Renée Zellweger and Ant Anstead

24. Renée Zellweger and Ant AnsteadDaniele Venturelli/WireImage; Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Discovery Channel

25. Ashton Kutcher and January Jones

They dated from 1998 to 2001.

25. Ashton Kutcher and January JonesNewsmakers/Getty Images

26. Helen Hunt and Matthew Broderick

26. Helen Hunt and Matthew BroderickRon Galella, Ltd./WireImage

27. Michael Keaton and Courteney Cox

27. Michael Keaton and Courteney CoxSGranitz/WireImage

28. Kate Hudson and Dax Shepard

They only lasted a couple of months.

28. Kate Hudson and Dax ShepardFlynetOnline.com

29. Winona Ryder and Jimmy Fallon

29. Winona Ryder and Jimmy FallonScott Gries/ImageDirect/Getty Images

30. Johnny Depp and Ellen Barkin

Depp dated Barkin, who was nine years his senior.

30. Johnny Depp and Ellen BarkinBarry King/WireImage

31. David Gallagher and Megan Fox

Fox dated the *7th Heaven* star from 2003 to 2004.

31. David Gallagher and Megan FoxJon Kopaloff/Getty Images

32. Michelle Rodriguez and Zac Efron

The actors were caught kissing on a trip to Sardinia in summer 2014. According to Dr. Helen Fisher, a biological anthropologist and expert on love and relationships, "Romantic relationships often develop in unexpected ways, revealing the complexities of human attraction." This unexpected display of affection highlights how celebrity relationships can surprise fans and the public alike.

32. Michelle Rodriguez and Zac EfronCiao Pix / BACKGRID

33. Alyssa Milano and Justin Timberlake

They dated briefly.

33. Alyssa Milano and Justin TimberlakeInstagram

34. Chris Pratt and Emily VanCamp

34. Chris Pratt and Emily VanCampJohn Shearer/WireImage for PMK/HBH

35. Josh Groban and January Jones

He told Dr. Alexandra Solomon, relationship therapist, "A long-term relationship often provides a unique opportunity for personal growth and understanding." His two-and-a-half-year relationship with Jones was indeed his longest.

35. Josh Groban and January JonesE. Charbonneau/WireImage for Vanity Fair Magazine

People have the right not to reveal any aspect of their private lives to the public. Celebrities are no exception. Many celebrity couples have had tangible reasons to keep their relationships secret.

Could it have been because they were an unlikely couple, or because they wanted to keep their private lives away from the prying eyes of the public? Please share your thoughts with us below.

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