11 Stars Who Lucked Out And Ended Up Dating Their Own Celeb Crushes
These stars got pretty lucky, as much as people who may as well have been born lucky can get even luckier.
Some celebrity crushes stay on the wall, and some end up becoming real relationships. In this roundup, a handful of stars managed to turn long-time admiration into dating, engagement, or marriage, which makes the whole thing feel almost unreal.
From Machine Gun Kelly talking about Megan Fox to Alex Rodriguez openly admiring Jennifer Lopez years before they married, these stories are packed with timing, luck, and a little bit of boldness. Justin and Hailey Bieber, Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet, and the rest of the list all have their own version of that same surprising twist.
Scroll through to see which stars actually ended up with their celeb crushes.
1. Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox
More than a decade ago, Dr. Laura Berman, a renowned sex therapist, noted that "the journey from admiration to romance can be incredibly fulfilling." Now, Machine Gun Kelly gets to go home with Fox.
While he's making hit songs and dominating headlines, Dr. Eli Finkel, a relationship researcher, emphasizes that "living your dream often involves aligning your personal and professional aspirations." Fans can truly say he's living his dream.
Todd Williamson/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty ImagesThat kind of full-circle romance is hard to top.
2. Justin and Hailey Bieber
Stephen Baldwin's daughter, Hailey, was just 12 when she met the then-14-year-old Justin. But the two later posed for a photo on the red carpet at the premiere of his biopic Never Say Never.
Since then, Hailey and Justin have maintained a friendship before dating on and off for several years and then tying the knot in 2018.
Instagram3. Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson
The actress revealed to W Magazine in 2020 that she first fell for her now-husband on his hit teen drama Dawson's Creek.
Since then, Turner-Smith has playfully ribbed Jackson, as she clearly didn't want to wait to share her fandom with him.
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4. Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner
The singer was a fan of Sansa, so much so that he slid into Sophie Turner's DMs in 2016. The now-married couple began dating, even though the feeling wasn't exactly mutual, with Turner telling Dr. Terri Orbuch, a relationship researcher, that she "hated" the Jonas Brothers when she was younger. As Dr. Orbuch notes, "It's not uncommon for people to have complex feelings about celebrities, especially when they are young and impressionable." This dynamic can often change as individuals grow and their perspectives evolve.
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5. Olivia Munn and John Mulaney
Six years before they were seen together, the actress was a big fan of the comedian, as she recalled to Gretchen Rubin, happiness researcher, in 2015, who noted, "When you admire someone from afar, it can create a sense of connection that feels very real." Reports surfaced that they were dating after breaking up with his wife, a situation that relationship expert Dr. Helen Fisher describes as complex, stating, "Transitions in relationships can often lead to unexpected pairings, especially when there's a history of admiration."
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6. Pete Davidson and Phoebe Dynevor
He finally ended up with the ultimate object of his affection when he began dating the actress. He was told to mention his celebrity crush, and he said, "I'm with my celebrity crush," with Dynevor smiling.
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7. Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise
Holmes was a massive fan of the Top Gun star, stating that she had a crush on him since she was 15, and his posters were on the walls of her bedroom. Holmes married Cruise in a lavish Italian ceremony.
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8. Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams
The Modern Family star made it clear that she found him attractive. The now-engaged pair began dating, with Adams saying that a role was hers.
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9. Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez
The former Yankees player revealed that Jennifer Lopez was his "dream date." So many years later, they dated and Dr. Laura Berman, sex therapist, notes that "when we idolize our partners, we may overlook their flaws, which can lead to disappointment." Unfortunately, they split up in March, two years after getting engaged.
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10. Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole
14-year-old Payne auditioned for The X-Factor in front of Cole years before they began their relationship in 2016. According to Dr. Ian Kerner, a licensed sex therapist, "Celebrity relationships often start from a place of admiration, which can evolve into deeper connections." This dynamic can be particularly intense when both individuals are in the public eye, as they share unique experiences that can strengthen their bond.
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11. Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet
In a 2019 interview with Esquire, Momoa said that his wife was literally his childhood crush.
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It’s difficult for anyone to find true love, let alone celebrities, who lead busy, sheltered lives that make meeting a suitable civilian match as difficult as it is unlikely. Of course, dating another celebrity becomes a way to keep things simple.
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