Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman’s 2001 divorce from Tom Cruise left her rebuilding in public. She later met country star Keith Urban in 2005; they married in 2006 and welcomed two daughters. After 19 years together, Kidman filed for divorce on September 30, 2025, following a summer apart as she filmed and he toured. Both are reportedly prioritizing family and work while keeping details private.
Her arc still fits this list: after a very public breakup, she found deep love and a long marriage - proof that second chances are real—even as she now charts a grounded, forward-looking next chapter.
Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson endured a headline-making split from Ryan Reynolds in 2011 and a second divorce from Romain Dauriac in 2017, each dissected relentlessly by the press. In 2017, she met Saturday Night Live’s Colin Jost, and their low-key chemistry turned into a grounded, grown-up partnership. The pair married in 2020 and welcomed a son in 2021. Johansson often notes the comfort of being with someone who understands show business without competing in it.
Jost calls her his “best friend.” Together they balance red-carpet glam with domestic normalcy, keeping their love both joyful and deliberately private.
Blake Shelton
Blake Shelton’s 2015 divorce from Miranda Lambert was country music’s biggest story, with every lyric and sighting scrutinized. On The Voice set, he found unexpected solace in Gwen Stefani, who was navigating her own split. Friendship turned into romance, grounded in shared heartbreak and music. They released duets that felt confessional, then married in an intimate 2021 ceremony officiated by Carson Daly.
Shelton frequently credits Stefani for reshaping his life, embracing her sons, and broadening his creative world. Their blended family, Oklahoma-and-California lifestyle, and collaborative songs reflect a partnership built on healing, humor, and second chances.
Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck’s 2018 divorce from Jennifer Garner capped years of scrutiny. In 2021, he rekindled his early-2000s romance with Jennifer Lopez; they married in July 2022. Lopez filed for divorce on August 20, 2024, and the split was finalized in early 2025. Affleck has since been described as “casually dating” while focusing on work and co-parenting, and the exes remain cordial without plans to reunite.
His arc still fits this list: after one public breakup, he found love again—then chose an amicable reset that prioritizes family and career.
Marc Anthony
Marc Anthony’s high-profile marriage to Jennifer Lopez ended in 2014, closing a chapter that had mixed love, music, and tabloid watchfulness. After years focused on touring and family, he found new happiness with model and philanthropist Nadia Ferreira. The two wed in 2023 in a star-studded Miami ceremony. Their relationship balances Anthony’s veteran performer schedule with Ferreira’s global fashion and charity work.
Anthony, a devoted father, often emphasizes family unity across households. The couple’s appearances project warmth and stability, suggesting love can evolve beautifully after very public splits—bringing renewed joy, partnership, and a fresh rhythm to life.
George Clooney
George Clooney’s 1993 divorce from actress Talia Balsam set up decades of “confirmed bachelor” headlines. Then came Amal Alamuddin, a brilliant international human-rights lawyer, whom he met in 2013. Their 2014 wedding in Venice captivated the world. Clooney credits Amal’s intelligence and compassion as life-changing; she praises his activism and humor. Parents to twins, they keep glamour in balance with causes—from refugee advocacy to press freedom.
Clooney’s transformation from Hollywood’s perennial bachelor to devoted husband and dad underscores how the right partner—arriving at the right time—can rewrite a narrative the public thought was permanent.
Heidi Klum
Heidi Klum’s split from musician Seal in 2012 unraveled one of entertainment’s most photogenic marriages, scrutinized for years. In 2019, she married Tokio Hotel guitarist Tom Kaulitz after a whirlwind courtship that blended fashion weeks, tour life, and sweet family moments. Klum praises Kaulitz’s kindness and effortless bond with her children; he champions her creative pursuits, from TV judging to design. The pair share a playful, romantic public presence.
They go on beach trips, Halloween extravaganzas, music cameos—while maintaining a tight family core. Klum’s story shows love can find renewed sparkle, even after the brightest red-carpet coupling fades.
Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie’s 2003 divorce from Billy Bob Thornton closed a wild, tabloid-fueled chapter. She later found a deeply committed, globe-trotting partnership with Brad Pitt after meeting during Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Their relationship—nicknamed “Brangelina”—dominated pop culture, expanding through adoption, biological children, and humanitarian missions. Though they eventually split, that great love after an earlier divorce undeniably shaped Jolie’s life, family, and work.
She has since focused on directing, advocacy, and motherhood, proving that love after heartbreak can be transformative—even if it doesn’t last forever—leaving growth, purpose, and an enduring devotion to family in its wake.
Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon’s divorce from Ryan Phillippe in 2007 ended a much-watched young-Hollywood marriage. Years later, she found lasting companionship with talent agent Jim Toth, marrying in 2011 and welcoming a son. Witherspoon built an empire—acting, producing, and championing women’s stories—often acknowledging the value of a supportive partner. Though they ultimately divorced in 2023, that second-chapter love arrived at a pivotal time, supporting her evolution into a powerhouse entrepreneur and advocate.
Witherspoon’s path illustrates that love after a public breakup can be restorative, collaborative, and meaningful—even if its season ends—leaving confidence, family bonds, and a clarified sense of purpose.
Katy Perry
Katy Perry’s 2012 divorce from Russell Brand was lived onstage and in tabloids. Years later, she built a long relationship with Orlando Bloom—dating in 2016, engaged in 2019, welcoming daughter Daisy in 2020—before they jointly confirmed a split on July 3, 2025, pledging respectful co-parenting. In late 2025, Perry released “Bandaids,” widely read as processing the breakup. She was also reportedly linked to former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau.
The two were seen hand-in-hand in Paris, following summer dinners in Montreal. Whatever the headlines, Perry’s post-divorce arc now centers on family, creative renewal, and choosing grace.
Jennifer Aniston
Jennifer Aniston’s 2005 divorce from Brad Pitt remains one of Hollywood’s most dissected breakups. After a period of quiet rebuilding, she found companionship and creative kinship with actor-writer Justin Theroux. They married in 2015 in an intimate ceremony, choosing privacy over spectacle. Although they later separated, Aniston has spoken warmly about their bond and mutual respect. The relationship arrived after her most public heartbreak, offering stability and genuine friendship.
Aniston’s continued success—producing, starring in acclaimed series, and maintaining close friendships—underscores a truth: finding love again can mean discovering partnership, peace, and a healthier narrative on one’s own terms.
Bruce Willis
Bruce Willis’ 2000 divorce from Demi Moore ended an iconic ’90s pairing that defined red carpets and blended-family goals. In 2009, he married model and entrepreneur Emma Heming Willis in a warm, family-centered ceremony. Their devotion—visible in everyday moments and milestones—expanded a famously amicable extended family that includes Moore and the former couple’s daughters. As Willis stepped back from acting due to health challenges, Heming’s advocacy and kindness became central.
Their love story, found after a massive public split, underscores the power of respect, co-parenting harmony, and steadfast partnership through life’s unpredictable plot twists.
Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg’s 1989 divorce from actress Amy Irving was big news, intertwining Hollywood power, art, and finance. That same year, he married actress Kate Capshaw, whom he’d met on Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Their blended family flourished alongside Spielberg’s creative streak—from Schindler’s List to contemporary hits—while Capshaw pursued painting and philanthropy. The couple champions education, arts access, and civil rights causes.
Spielberg has often spoken about family as his truest epic. Finding love again after an early, public split gave him personal stability that paralleled his most daring and meaningful cinematic chapters.
Ashton Kutcher
Ashton Kutcher’s 2013 separation and 2013–2014 divorce from Demi Moore concluded a union that drew intense attention. Soon after, he reunited with longtime friend and That ’70s Show co-star Mila Kunis. Their easy rapport evolved into a private, family-first romance. They welcomed children, married in 2015, and built ventures together in tech and philanthropy. Kutcher often cites family as his compass; Kunis praises his curiosity and drive.
Their partnership—playful yet purposeful—shows how an authentic connection, rooted in shared history and humor, can become a lasting love after a very public, scrutinized Hollywood breakup.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez’s highly public marriages and splits—including her 2014 divorce from Marc Anthony—preceded a 2021 reunion with Ben Affleck. They wed in 2022, but she filed for divorce on August 20, 2024, and a judge finalized it in early 2025. Reports since then describe a respectful, supportive post-marriage dynamic, with both focused on their families and work. Lopez formally dropped Affleck from her legal name after the judgment.
Her story still exemplifies love after divorce—finding it again, celebrating it, and then closing the chapter with clarity while moving forward creatively and personally.
Miranda Kerr
Miranda Kerr’s 2013 divorce from Orlando Bloom created a media spiral around two global stars. In 2017, she married tech entrepreneur Evan Spiegel after a courtship defined by patience, privacy, and shared values. They’ve since welcomed children, blending modeling schedules with Silicon Valley life. Kerr credits mindfulness, wellness, and intentional routines; Spiegel praises her compassion and business savvy. Their partnership reflects a thoughtful balance—beauty brand building, philanthropy, and parenthood—without the spectacle that defined earlier headlines.
Kerr’s second-chapter love is quieter and more deliberate, emphasizing stability and purpose over hype, and offering a template for sustainable happiness.
Jason Momoa
Jason Momoa’s separation and 2024 divorce from Lisa Bonet closed a love story fans adored, rich with blended-family warmth. In 2024, he went Instagram-official with actress Adria Arjona, sharing sun-soaked photos from an international trip. Their connection appears easygoing and adventurous, matching Momoa’s outdoorsy spirit. While keeping things relatively private, he’s shown visible happiness, cheering friends’ projects and embracing travel.
Love after a widely mourned split, for Momoa, seems to mean lightness, gratitude, and companionship that respects family ties. It’s a reminder that even after beloved unions end, joy and romance can re-enter—gently, and with sincerity.
Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande’s 2024 divorce from Dalton Gomez unfolded alongside a major film project, amplifying public interest. Soon after, she began a relationship with actor Ethan Slater, her Wicked co-star. While early coverage was intense, Grande pivoted to privacy, focusing on music, the movie, and personal wellbeing. She’s long advocated for boundaries and self-care, and the new romance appears aligned with that ethos.
Love after a short-lived marriage, for Grande, looks like cautious optimism, creative partnership, and a renewed emphasis on balance—choosing when to engage with the spotlight and when to let the work speak.
Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt’s 2018 divorce from Anna Faris arrived as his career accelerated from sitcom favorite to blockbuster headliner. In 2019, he married author and advocate Katherine Schwarzenegger after a relationship rooted in shared faith and family values. The couple welcomed daughters and frequently appears at charity events, emphasizing service and gratitude. Pratt credits Schwarzenegger’s steady support for grounding him amid nonstop filming.
She celebrates his dedication as a father and partner. Their blend of Hollywood glitz and down-to-earth routines—church, backyard time, and quiet dinners—illustrates how love after a public breakup can be simpler, stronger, and more intentional.
Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds’ brief, starry marriage to Scarlett Johansson ended in 2011, sparking the usual Hollywood chatter. A year later, friendship with his Green Lantern co-star Blake Lively quietly transformed into romance. They married in 2012 and built a playful, public-facing partnership full of affectionate teasing and genuine admiration. Parents of four, they prioritize family while juggling blockbuster careers and entrepreneurial ventures. Reynolds often credits Lively’s instincts and creativity with elevating his projects.
She praises his work ethic and humor. Their philanthropic efforts and strong boundary-setting around their children reinforce a love story that thrives beyond headlines.
Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks’ first marriage to Samantha Lewes ended in 1987, early in his ascent from sitcom actor to film star. Soon after, he fell in love with actress and producer Rita Wilson. They married in 1988, creating one of Hollywood’s most admired partnerships. Hanks credits Wilson with shaping his life and choices; she praises his integrity and craft. Through blockbuster peaks, health scares, and philanthropy, they’ve modeled enduring affection and teamwork.
Their decades-long union, born after an early divorce, shows how finding love again can anchor a career, stabilize a family, and turn fame into a platform for good.
Jessica Simpson
Jessica Simpson’s 2006 divorce from Nick Lachey marked the end of an era-defining reality-TV romance. After a period of reinvention—fashion empire building, music, and memoir writing—she met former NFL tight end Eric Johnson. They married in 2014 and welcomed three children. Simpson credits Johnson’s calm presence for grounding her hectic life and supporting her sobriety and business ventures.
Their partnership thrives on family, faith, and humor, far from the constant cameras of earlier years. Simpson’s second-chapter love demonstrates how a relationship can be both a sanctuary and a springboard to one’s most empowered, authentic self.
Kate Winslet
Kate Winslet’s marriage to director Sam Mendes ended in 2010, sparking global curiosity about two Oscar-level talents parting ways. In 2012, she quietly wed Edward Abel Smith (formerly known as Ned Rocknroll), Richard Branson’s nephew. Smith embraced a stepfather role and a low-profile life that balances Winslet’s demanding career. She credits his humor, support, and willingness to keep home life calm as essential.
Together they’ve prioritized family first—school runs, countryside living, privacy—while she continues to deliver acclaimed performances. Winslet’s journey shows how a grounded, laughter-filled partnership can be the perfect antidote to a heavily scrutinized split.
Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani’s 2016 divorce from Gavin Rossdale ended a two-decade saga that shaped pop-rock gossip for years. While coaching The Voice, she connected deeply with Blake Shelton, who’d also faced a painful split. Their bond—unlikely on paper—felt effortless in practice, blending Southern roots with SoCal glam. After several charting duets and years of steady companionship, they wed in 2021 at Shelton’s ranch.
Stefani often speaks about grace, faith, and the joy of a blended family. Embracing Shelton’s Oklahoma rhythms while celebrating her own creative reinvention, she illustrates how love can flourish after heartbreak and redefine home.
Courteney Cox
Courteney Cox’s 2013 divorce from David Arquette ended a beloved Hollywood pairing that started during Scream’s ’90s heyday. In 2013, she began dating Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid. Their relationship—sometimes long-distance—has been marked by resilience, deep friendship, and mutual admiration. Though they’ve paused and resumed, Cox calls McDaid her person, valuing the emotional steadiness he brings. They keep their romance relatively private, occasionally sharing sweet glimpses.
Cox balances producing, acting, and family time, crediting a healthier perspective on love. Her story shows that post-divorce relationships can evolve flexibly, honoring individuality while creating a strong, enduring bond.
Josh Duhamel
Josh Duhamel’s 2019 divorce from Fergie closed a pop-culture chapter combining music, movies, and parenthood. In 2022, he married model and former Miss World America Audra Mari after a romance marked by small-town visits, outdoor adventures, and blended-family kindness. Duhamel exudes contentment discussing domestic life and Minnesota roots, while Mari supports his directing and acting. Their wedding captured a low-drama, high-joy vibe.
For Duhamel, love after a public breakup looks like maturity, family-first priorities, and an easy partnership that complements career moves without dominating them—a calm, happy sequel that feels exactly right.
Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria’s 2011 divorce from NBA star Tony Parker played out across sports and entertainment pages. After focusing on producing, activism, and directing, she met media executive José “Pepe” Bastón. They wed in 2016 in Mexico, celebrating with a close-knit circle. Longoria often credits Bastón’s elegance and encouragement for strengthening her ambitions behind the camera. They welcomed a son in 2018 and frequently collaborate on philanthropic work.
Longoria’s second-chapter love story is stylish yet grounded—a partnership that elevates her voice as a filmmaker while providing the warmth and stability she sought after a high-profile heartbreak.
Sophie Turner
Sophie Turner’s 2023 split from Joe Jonas was one of the year’s biggest celebrity stories, magnified by legal filings and touring schedules. In the months that followed, Turner focused on co-parenting and work while gradually stepping back into dating. She’s been linked to British aristocrat Peregrine Pearson, keeping things discreet and independent. The shift from a hyper-public marriage to a more private personal life reflects hard-earned boundaries.
Turner’s approach suggests love after divorce can be deliberate, slow-burning, and centered on healing and selfhood—choosing what to share, and when, as she builds her next chapter.
Halle Berry
Halle Berry’s divorces—from David Justice and Eric Benét to Olivier Martinez—were avidly tracked by the press. After those high-profile splits, she found quieter, nourishing love with musician Van Hunt. Berry has celebrated the relationship’s steadiness, creativity, and fun, sharing occasional glimpses without overexposure. Their bond emphasizes companionship over spectacle, with mutual artistic encouragement and family time. Berry has spoken about choosing peace and protecting her personal life after hard lessons learned.
Love, for her, became less about headlines and more about daily joy, respect, and a shared groove that keeps the spotlight comfortably at arm’s length.
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt’s 2005 divorce from Jennifer Aniston triggered a media frenzy. Not long after, he and Angelina Jolie became partners in life, parenthood, and philanthropy, eventually marrying in 2014. Their romance—born of movie chemistry—evolved into a massive family and global humanitarian projects. Though they later separated, that love after a headline-grabbing split reshaped Pitt personally and professionally. In recent years, he’s leaned into producing acclaimed films, art, and architecture interests, while maintaining a private dating life.
His journey reflects how love can catalyze reinvention, deepen empathy, and influence priorities long beyond the glare of red-carpet photos.
Nick Lachey
Nick Lachey’s 2006 divorce from Jessica Simpson unfolded on reality TV, making a private heartbreak extremely public. In 2011, he married television host and actress Vanessa Minnillo (now Vanessa Lachey). The couple balances on-screen chemistry with three kids and busy schedules, co-hosting projects while anchoring their home life in Hawaii during filming. They emphasize communication, date nights, and showing up for each other’s ambitions.
Lachey has called their marriage a gift shaped by lessons from the past. Finding love again after a TV-saturated breakup gave him a more grounded partnership—one built on teamwork, growth, and gratitude.
Ewan McGregor
Ewan McGregor’s 2020 divorce from Eve Mavrakis followed a long marriage and family life largely kept private. He later fell in love with actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, his co-star on Fargo. They welcomed a son and married in 2022, building a blended family with care and intention. McGregor often speaks about gratitude, fatherhood, and creative renewal. Winstead balances film, television, and music projects while cheering McGregor’s work in beloved franchises.
Their partnership, born from shared artistry and mutual respect, showcases how love after divorce can feel both restorative and creatively energizing, anchoring life’s next chapters.
Anna Faris
Anna Faris’ marriage to Chris Pratt, once a beloved Hollywood pairing, ended in 2018 amid intense attention. Faris moved forward with characteristic humor and self-awareness, later finding long-term happiness with cinematographer Michael Barrett. They married quietly in 2021, reflecting a preference for privacy and normalcy. Faris’ podcast conversations often highlight growth, mutual respect, and the lessons learned from earlier chapters. Barrett’s behind-the-camera career complements her comedic instincts without competing for the spotlight.
Their partnership demonstrates how low-key love—anchored in everyday routines and gentle encouragement—can feel like the perfect sequel after a headline-saturated Hollywood breakup.
Shania Twain
Shania Twain’s 2010 divorce from producer Mutt Lange rocked country-pop, entwining heartbreak with professional upheaval. In a twist worthy of a ballad, she found comfort and then love with Frédéric Thiébaud, whose former spouse had been involved with Lange. Twain and Thiébaud married in 2011, creating a joyful, globe-trotting partnership. She credits him with restoring her confidence and encouraging her return to the stage after vocal challenges.
Their story—unexpected, healing, and resilient—turned a tabloid shock into a testament to empathy. Love after divorce, for Twain, became a pathway back to creative power and luminous self-belief.
Kaley Cuoco
Kaley Cuoco’s 2022 divorce from equestrian Karl Cook ended a relationship fans had followed closely. In 2022, she went public with actor Tom Pelphrey, and the couple welcomed a daughter in 2023. Cuoco has called the connection lightning-in-a-bottle—supportive, tender, and full of laughter. Pelphrey frequently gushes about her talent and heart. They share candid, joyful glimpses of new parenthood while balancing busy television schedules.
For Cuoco, love after divorce arrived with surprising speed but deep intention, demonstrating that the right person can transform a difficult chapter into a fresh start overflowing with gratitude and everyday magic.
Eddie Murphy
Eddie Murphy’s 2006 divorce from Nicole Mitchell Murphy concluded one of the ’90s’ most glamorous unions. After years focused on family and career, he found enduring love with model and actress Paige Butcher. Together since the early 2010s, they welcomed two children and got engaged in 2018, maintaining a deliberately private life. Murphy credits a calm home for fueling creative spurts and successful returns to stand-up and film.
Their relationship emphasizes family dinners over red carpets and school routines over spectacle. Love after a headline-making split, for Murphy, ultimately meant serenity, steady companionship, and a thriving, blended household.
Ethan Hawke
Ethan Hawke’s 2005 divorce from Uma Thurman unraveled a literary-leaning cool-kid marriage adored by cinephiles. In 2008, he married Ryan Hawke (née Shawhughes), and together they’ve raised a blended family while collaborating on films and theater. Hawke often credits his wife’s insight and candor for sharpening his directing and writing. She, in turn, champions his restless creativity, from indie gems to documentaries.
Their partnership is intellectually engaged, service-oriented, and family-centered. Finding love again offered Hawke a stable base for experimentation—proof that a supportive marriage can be the quiet engine behind daring, meaningful art.
Demi Moore
Demi Moore’s 2000 divorce from Bruce Willis captivated a generation. She later found love again with Ashton Kutcher, marrying in 2005. Their relationship, though eventually ending, represented a significant chapter characterized by devotion, entrepreneurship, and public fascination with their age gap. Moore has since emphasized healing, family closeness, and self-discovery—reflected in her candid memoir. The love she found after a decade-defining breakup helped her pivot personally and professionally, rekindling public interest in her career.
Moore’s journey suggests that love after divorce can be an important chapter in growth, even if it ultimately becomes a stepping-stone to deeper self-understanding.
Miranda Lambert
Miranda Lambert’s 2015 divorce from Blake Shelton dominated country headlines. After a few years focusing on music and self-reflection, she met New York City police officer Brendan McLoughlin during a television appearance in 2018. The whirlwind romance led to a surprise wedding in 2019. Lambert calls him her “rock,” crediting his grounded perspective and his tight-knit family with anchoring her fast-paced life.
Fans noticed her songwriting shift toward contentment and adventure—trail rides, home cooking, and small-town escapes. Lambert’s second act reminds listeners that love can arrive unexpectedly, outside the industry bubble, and still feel perfectly in tune.