They say love is blind and Cupid's arrow can hit you when you don't expect it at all. And as often happens, for lovers, the whole world ceases to exist when they find their soul mate. Couples that, it would seem, do not fit each other at all in our understanding of the ideal, often refute all prejudices.
There is a mathematical formula that some people believe can determine the acceptable age difference for a love relationship. By half the age of the eldest in a pair, seven must be added. But can a mathematical formula, created by those who want to impose social constraints on people's relationships, influence hearts beating in unison?
wine and cheese only get better over the years, so maybe lovers too? Let's take a look at 15 couples of famous people between the ages of 15 and 60, which is why their lives are constantly in the midst of rumors and gossip. You might be interested in this article on 10 Seniors who were sexy in their youth.
15.Dami Moore and Ashton Kutcher
When Ashton and Dami started dating in 2003, she was 41 and he was 25. They married in 2005 and Ashton became part of a larger family that includes Dami and her three daughters from their marriage to Bruce Willis. Unfortunately, the couple broke up in 2011, and in 2013 Moore and Kutcher officially divorced. One of Dami's daughters, Rumer Willis, says she is trying to maintain a relationship with her former stepfather.
Recently, in an interview, Rumer said that she considers the relationship between mom and Ashton crazy: "Growing up, I realize that the day they started dating, Ashton was a year younger than me at the moment and imagine the situation if I myself started dating someone who already has three adult children".
14. Ellen Degeneris and Portia De Rossi
Ellen and Portia met with mutual friends and it was love at first sight. But only a few years later, in 2004, they accidentally collided on a photo shoot and their second meeting became fatal. The couple officially began dating in December 2004, but it wasn't until the California Supreme Court overturned the ban on same-sex marriage in August 2008 that the couple legalized the relationship, surrounded by 19 closest friends and family.
The lovers did not plan to have children, enjoying each other's company and, at the same time, doing the repair and reconstruction of houses. They love to celebrate various holidays and their wedding anniversary is no exception. Ellen and Portia threw a huge party, inviting many friends. The couple are 15 years apart, Ellen is 58 and Portia is 43.
13. Charlize Theron and Sean Penn
Sometimes it happens that a seemingly perfect union, despite the difference in years, does not find a continuation. Charlize Theron and Sean Penn looked very happy walking hand in hand on the red carpet at various stellar events. They started dating in 2013 after a long friendship that turned into a romantic relationship.
They even had an engagement and at one time Sean intended to adopt a son, Charlize. But after about a year and a half, a break in relations followed. A source close to Charlize Theron says: "Charlize thought that everything was developing too intensively for her and she needed a break. She still loves and respects Sean, but does not want to force things. Charlize is still very young at heart, and Sean wants a classic relationship development". The parting was amicable and they remained good friends. The difference between Charlize Theron and Sean Penn is 15 years.
12. Mary-Kate Olsen and Olivier Sarkozy
To people who are now over forty, Mary-Kate may seem like a very young creature. Meanwhile, she is 29 and she is married to a man who is 17 years older than her. Olivier Sarkozy is a banker and half-brother of the former French President, Nicolas Sarkozy. Their wedding ceremony took place in a narrow circle.
Before the wedding, the lovers met for three years, and Oliver made an offer during a romantic trip to Jamaica, presenting his beloved with an expensive wedding ring from Cartier in four carats. And although Mary-Kate rejected the first proposal, Olivier was persistent and still achieved his goal a second time. Also check out our 10 Most Expensive Celebrity Wedding Rings.
11. Leonardo DiCaprio and Nina Agdal
It's no secret that the Oscar winner DiCaprio is a desirable prey for many beauties. Recently, the actor and environmentalist began dating model Nina Agdal, who is 17 years his junior. Dapper Leonardo and young Nina were spotted at a restaurant in Soho during New York Fashion Week.
According to eyewitnesses, they talked very nicely and, although there were many women around Leonardo, he paid attention only to Nina. A source close to the couple recently told the magazine "OK"that not everything is so smooth. Nina gets tired of the noisy companies of the actor's friends and feels that she is perceived as a beautiful toy and all conversations come down to stupid jokes and sports news. How events will develop further, will 24-year-old Nina and 41- summer Leonardo is a real couple, time will tell.
10. Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington
A couple who defy classic British family values, Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington. She is 28 years old, model-turned-actress. He is 48 years old, an actor from a working-class family, with a rude manner, which is typical for his environment. Unlike Jason, Rosie comes from an old line of aristocrats.
When she was born in the eighties, Jason began his career as a diver and worked on the body, visiting fitness rooms. But, despite all the differences in origin, age and hobbies, this couple continues to live together, having their secrets of success in relationships. "We are best friends. He makes me laugh every day", says Rosie.
9. Annette Bening and Warren Beatty
They first met on the set of the movie "Bugsy"in 1991. At the time he was 54, and she celebrated 33. The age difference of 21 years did not prevent the couple from being together for more than a quarter of a century. Warren Beatty, formerly a famous womanizer, said that he never went to bed without sex and slept with 13,000 women He had relationships with many celebrities such as Madonna and Joan Collins.
One day at dinner, before filming, Warren announced his love for Annette and that he intends to marry her. The wedding took place in 1992 and since then they have been happily married together. The couple have four children. Pay attention to the article 20 celebrities with many children.
8. Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart
Harrison and Calista first meet at the awards ceremony "Golden Globe"15 years ago, where Calista is said to have deliberately knocked over a glass of wine at Ford in order to attract the attention of a star who was 22 years her senior. The couple dated for two years before Ford officially divorced his ex-wife, screenwriter Mellisa Matheson. though they haven't lived together for over a year.
Harrison describes their relationship as follows: "I was 60 when I fell in love with Calista and what surprised me the most was that I was still capable of long-term, serious relationships. With my children, in my personal life or at work, I try to learn from mistakes and develop". After 8 years of marriage, {Arrison and Calista finally got married. Only a select few attended, even four of Ford's grown children were not on the guest list. Today, the couple are still together and seem to enjoy each other's company.
7. Donald Trump and Melania Trump
This list would not be complete without mentioning the 24-year age difference between Donald Trump and his wife Melania. Former model and jewelry and watch designer Melania is Trump's third wife.They met at a party in New York City during 1998 Fashion Week. And although Melania initially rejected Donald's advances, after a while they began to meet.
In 2004, the couple got engaged, and in 2005 they officially became husband and wife. The ceremony took place at Palm Beach, Florida. Interestingly, Hillary and Bill Clinton were among the guests at the wedding. In 2006, Melania gave birth to a son to Donald. Barron William Trump has his own apartment in a skyscraper Trump tower in Manhattan, wearing expensive suits and playing golf with his dad. Melania calls him "Mini DonaldDon't forget to check out article 15 Stunning Photos of Melania Trump.
6. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones
Like every married couple, Michael and Catherine have had their own history of ups and downs. However, they managed to maintain a close relationship with each other. The couple went through difficult times when Douglas was diagnosed with stage 4 oral cancer in 2010 and Catherine was diagnosed with bipolar disorder (a mental illness).
Douglas and Zeta-Jones met at the 1998 Film Festival and were married in 2000. Today Michael is 72 years old and 25 years older than his wife. They have two children, 16 and 13 years old. In an interview with a newspaper Daily mirror the actor, speaking about his wife and their relationship, said that they were able to overcome all obstacles and problems and now became even closer to each other.
5. Holland Taylor and Sarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson became famous for her role in the series "American Horror Story"However, she has been talked about lately in connection with her romance with Holland Taylor, the famous actress and TV host. They met at a party over a decade ago, but Paulson was in a different relationship at the time."
Commenting on the current choice, Sarah said that she did not intend to do what society expects of her and, thus, feel like in a straitjacket. In an interview with a newspaper, referring to a partner who is 32 years older than her, Paulson said: "What I can say for sure is that Holland and I love each other.".
4. Woody Allen and Sun Yi Previn
The scandalousness of this story is added not only by the big age difference, but also by the fact that Woody Allen was previously the stepfather for his chosen one. Sun Yi Previn is the adopted daughter of Woody's ex-girlfriend, Mia Farrow, who decided to break up with him after discovering Woody's nude photos of her daughter.
The couple has a 35-year age difference, which did not stop them from getting married in 1997. They adopted two girls, one in 1999 and the other in 2000. Woody and Sun remain together today, after 25 years of marriage. Despite ongoing allegations of sexual assault against his stepdaughter, Woody Allen continues a successful film career. When asked if his relationship with Sun Yi Previn changed him, he replied, "Have you changed me? I wouldn't say that. I remain the same as I was at 20".
3. Stephen Tyler and Aimee Ann Preston
All love stories are similar, even when it comes to the rich and famous. Rocker and rebel Stephen Tyler, lead singer of the legendary bandAerosmith", had an affair with his assistant Aimee Anne Preston, who is 39 years younger than him. She is 28, and he turned 68 (Stephen's daughters are 37 and 39 years old). The couple hid their relationship for a long time, but at one of the social events they were seen holding onto arms.
This was their first "public debutt "as a couple. Before that, Tyler and Preston were vacationing together at one of the resorts. Amy started working for Tyler in 2012, and before that was an assistant at Trump organization (the same Trump). Since March 2016, Steven and Amy began living together and no longer hide their relationship.
2.Mick Jagger and Melanie Hamrick
Rock 'n' roll is known for its energy and many aging rockers remain in the cage despite their age. Sometimes it seems that time has no power over them. An example is the legendary soloist and founder "The rolling stones"Mick Jagger was 70 when he met the charming 27-year-old ballerina Melanie Hamrick in 2014. That was the beginning of a romance.
And this summer, Jagger's spokesman announced that the couple was expecting a baby. This will be the eighth child for Sir Mick Jagger (the other seven are from a previous relationship). Melanie reveals that Mick is on good terms with all of her children and can't wait to become a father again. The age difference between Mick and Melanie is 43 years.
1. Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris
Legendary founder Playboy and female favorite Hugh Hefner released his first issue of the magazine, with a photograph of Merlin Monroe on the cover back in 1953. The world famous ladies' man, in his 90s, was married three times. Most recently, he got married again. His chosen one was model Crystal Harris, who is an impressive 60 years younger than him.
Hugh and Harris began dating in 2008, got engaged in 2011 and married in 2012. The ceremony took place at Hefner's infamous mansion. "Playboy mansionHugh Hefner has four children from previous marriages. His youngest child was born in 1991 and is only five years younger than his stepmother.
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