Is Cybill Shepherd Married? She Doesn't Have a Spouse but Was in a Relationship with Andrei Nikolajevic

Cybill Shepherd has captured audiences' hearts for decades with her screen performances. Although her career has been impressive, her dating history and current relationship have also sparked public interest.

Cybill Shepherd's transition from pageantry and modeling to acting completely captivated thousands of fans while her intriguing love life fascinated many people.

She is known for her openness and honesty about her views on relationships and marriage. In a 2008 interview, she even shared that dating her leading men was not a good idea.

Born on February 18, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee, Cybill Lynne Shepherd started her career at a young age by participating in beauty pageants and later transitioning to modeling and acting.

She was crowned Miss Teenage Memphis in 1966 and Model of the Year in 1968. Her fame grew, and she became a renowned fashion icon, gracing the covers of numerous prominent magazines.

Shepherd ventured into the world of film and TV, making her first acting appearance in the 1971 film "The Last Picture Show." She debuted her talent on TV in 1983 through an episode of the series "Fantasy Island."

She then starred in the 1985 show "Moonlighting," for which she earned two Golden Globe Awards. Her third Golden Globe award was for her 1995 series "Cybill." Apart from her thriving career, her personal life is also quite intriguing.

Cybill Shared What She Knew about Men in a 2008 Interview

In a candid June 2008 interview, Shepherd opened up about the challenges of juggling her career and love life. She shared the hard-earned wisdom she gained from her dating experiences.

Shepherd's first attraction to men happened when she was young. She recalled having a crush on a lifeguard at the country club pool in Memphis, Tennessee, where she loved to swim and playfully wrestle with him.

Her father, a great athlete, encouraged her to play rough with the boys, which made her feel like she did not have to conform to traditional feminine roles. As a result, she was faster than most boys in the neighborhood, except for one, who eventually became her boyfriend.

However, Shepherd fell in love with a boy from the wrong side of the tracks, which led her to start lying to sneak out to see him. Eventually, her father caught her.

During the interview, she revealed that she had dated several men. She also experienced decreased libido after menopause, which may be a common concern for many women, but Shepherd found the experience quite liberating.

The actress said she had once felt pressured to engage in intimate activities soon after meeting someone, fearing that her interest would fade over time. She admitted that she had given in to this pressure before and considered doing so again.

Shepherd claimed that flirting was something that came naturally to her. However, she also recognized that this behavior could be risky at some point. She emphasized:

"I was born and bred to be a great flirt. I'm Southern - it's in my blood. We don't take it too seriously down South - it's a form of social relating that doesn't have anything to do with sex. Which makes it dangerous when you travel."

According to Shepherd, dating leading men is not a good idea, although sometimes it can be challenging to resist the attraction. In her experience, she had affairs with actor Jeff Bridges and director Peter Bogdanovich early in her career.

Shepherd also talked about her romance with Elvis Presley. Despite being aware of his drug addiction and the darker aspects of his personality, she held him in high regard and wished she could have been a better friend.

Cybill Had an Affair with Peter Bogdanovich Who Left His Wife for Her

Bogdanovich, who directed Shepherd's first movie, "The Last Picture Show," had a controversial relationship with the actress. According to a People article from May 1974, he left his wife, Patty Platt, and their two children for Shepherd. At the time, they were unmarried and living in a luxurious Bel Air mansion.

Bogdanovich recalled that his initial meeting with Shepherd was not very promising. She sat on the floor, seemingly uninterested. When he asked her what she was up to, she told him she was in college and enjoyed reading.

When he inquired about her favorite author, Shepherd replied that it was Dostoevsky. However, she struggled to answer when Bogdanovich asked which of his books she liked best.

Despite Shepherd displaying such behavior, Bogdanovich sensed a "casually destructive" quality about her. Soon, she eventually earned a role in his film. He said they became "chummy" by the time the movie was three-fourths finished.

Shepherd admitted that, at the time, they were unsure about their true feelings towards each other. She had never been in a serious relationship before and returned to her hometown of Memphis for some time to think.

It took her three weeks to process her feelings about him. Ultimately, she decided to move to California in 1971, and from that moment on, she became a permanent fixture in his life.

Although they were happy together, they did not intend to marry. Shepherd expressed their firm stance on the matter, while Bogdanovich dismissed the idea and remarked:

"[That is ] a chilling thought. Does she look like Mrs. Bogdanovich?"

She Was Married Twice, and Both Marriages Ended In Divorce

Shepherd's love life had been complicated, with two failed marriages that ended in divorce. She first met David Ford, the man who would become her first husband, while she was still in a relationship with Bogdanovich.

In a 2023 ET interview, Shepherd admitted she had an on-screen chemistry with actor Bruce Willis during their time on the ABC comedy "Moonlighting."

In her memoir "Cybill Disobedience," she revealed that she and Ford first met at a Memphis nightclub and were immediately drawn to each other. Ford introduced her to the world of blues music as their relationship developed, igniting Shepherd's passion for performing.

However, their rumored affair seemed to reach Bogdanovich. A heated confrontation ensued when Ford and Bogdanovich ran into each other at a dentist's office. It resulted in Shepherd and Bogdanovich's split.

Shepherd and Ford tied the knot in 1978 while they were still pregnant with their daughter Clementine, whom they welcomed the following year, but in 1982, Shepherd and Ford divorced, citing "irreconcilable differences."

In an interview with The Guardian, Shepherd claimed her husband cheated. Ford reportedly received $15,000 in the divorce settlement, while Shepherd was granted custody of their daughter.

In an interview with The Washington Post, she later remarked that Ford was not very serious and lacked passion for anything. Later, Shepherd met her second husband, chiropractor Bruce Oppenheim, whom she married in 1987.

They welcomed twins Ariel and Zachariah into their family. However, after two years of marriage, Shepherd and her second spouse called it quits. The duo never addressed the real reason behind their split.

Cybill Also Had On-Screen Chemistry with Bruce Willis

In a 2023 ET interview, Shepherd admitted she had an on-screen chemistry with actor Bruce Willis during their time on the ABC comedy "Moonlighting." The show ran for five seasons, and both Shepherd and Willis portrayed detectives.

She said the moment Bruce Willis entered the room, she felt a sudden rise in temperature of about 15 degrees, indicating an intense chemistry between them. However, she clarified that although they came close, they did not act on their feelings.

The Latest on Cybill's Private Life – She Was Engaged to Andrei Nikolajevic, but the Couple Never Married

Shepherd was reportedly engaged to a jeweler named Andrei Nikolajevic, who later became a psychologist. It remains unclear whether Shepherd will marry Andrei Nikolajevic, despite announcing their engagement some time ago.

Shepherd has focused more on her family, career, and healthy lifestyle. In 2014, she became a grandmother for the first time when Clementine welcomed her son, Elijah. More recently, in 2021, Shepherd was spotted walking her dogs alone in Los Angeles.

There has been no recent news or updates regarding Shepherd and Nikolajevic's relationship, leading to speculation that the couple may have remained unmarried.

Like Shepherd, Christine McVie, the late musician and former Fleetwood Mac member, was also known for her openness about her personal life, including her past relationships and her perspectives on being a female musician.

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