logo
Anne Heche | Ellen DeGeneres and Anne Heche | Source: Getty Images
Anne Heche | Ellen DeGeneres and Anne Heche | Source: Getty Images

Anne Heche's Dating History: She Claimed Her Romance with Ellen DeGeneres Affected Her Career

Bettina Dizon
Oct 24, 2023
05:15 P.M.

Since rising to fame, fans have become interested in Anne Hache's personal life and romantic pursuits. Many also wonder, "Who has Anne Hache dated?"

Advertisement

Nearly one year ago, Anne Heche was involved in a fatal car accident and unfortunately passed away. She is remembered for her successful career and high-profile relationships. Interestingly, Anne Heche's dating history is quite colorful, having been with big names in the industry.

One of Anne Heche's boyfriends was comedian Steve Martin. She also had a relationship with A-lister host Ellen DeGeneres, which had its fair share of challenges.

Anne Heche during ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" Season 29 Premiere, September 14, 2020. | Source: Getty Images

Anne Heche during ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" Season 29 Premiere, September 14, 2020. | Source: Getty Images

Steve Martin

Heche met Steve Martin on the production of "A Simple Twist of Fate." In her book, "Call Me Crazy," she detailed how she saw Martin and thought he was "magical."

Advertisement

They eventually became a couple and dated despite him being 24 years older. However, their relationship did not last. Heche later revealed the reason they broke up had nothing to do with the actor. She said:

"Why did we break up? [There] wasn't anything wrong with Steve. It was just that it was not what I wanted to commit my life to."

Steve Martin and Anne Heche during opening night of Steve Martin's Play "Picasso at Lapin Agile" on October 22, 1994, at Westwood Playhouse in Westwood, California, United States. | Source: Getty Images

Steve Martin and Anne Heche during opening night of Steve Martin's Play "Picasso at Lapin Agile" on October 22, 1994, at Westwood Playhouse in Westwood, California, United States. | Source: Getty Images

Ellen DeGeneres

One of Heche's most-known relationships was with Ellen DeGeneres, whom she met at Vanity Fair's post-Academy Awards party. The "Six Days, Seven Nights" star was instantly attracted to the talk show host.

Although she rarely saw DeGeneres on television, Heche was already blinded by her feelings. Unfortunately, their relationship faced a series of ups and downs. There was also a rumor that they were pregnant, which baffled Heche with the thought that people cared so much about it.

Advertisement
Anne Heche and Ellen DeGeneres at the 71st Annual Academy Awards on March 21,1999, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Anne Heche and Ellen DeGeneres at the 71st Annual Academy Awards on March 21,1999, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

The pair remained a couple from 1997 to 2000. After their relationship ended, Heche revealed her same-sex romance with DeGeneres affected her career in Hollywood. She recalled:

"I didn't do a studio picture for ten years. I was fired from a $10 million picture deal and did not see the light of day in a studio picture."

Despite the challenges she reportedly faced because of their relationship, Heche remains proud of her role in societal norms, especially in accepting all kinds of romances.

Anne Heche and Ellen DeGeneres at the premiere of "Contact," July 1, 1997. | Source: Shutterstock

Anne Heche and Ellen DeGeneres at the premiere of "Contact," July 1, 1997. | Source: Shutterstock

Advertisement

Coleman 'Coley' Laffoon

After her relationship with DeGeneres, Heche fell in love and married her cameraman, Coleman "Coley" Laffoon, in 2001. They share a son, Homer. Unfortunately, the couple separated in 2007 and had their divorce finalized in 2009.

Heche had to pay $3,700 a month in child support and a $500,000 lump sum, among other things. Their divorce was reportedly due to irreconcilable differences.

Following her passing in 2022, Laffoon paid tribute to his ex-wife on Instagram and shared how the news saddened him. Nevertheless, he remains a committed father to their son.

Advertisement

James Tupper

After her marriage ended, Heche fell in love with her "Men In Trees" co-star, James Tupper. Their relationship lasted several years and resulted in a son, Atlas. Despite their commitment to each other, Heche and Tupper did not tie the knot.

"I've been married before, and so has he. I don't know what either of us would gain or what would change that would benefit us," she said. After over a decade together, Heche and Tupper called it quits. They released a joint statement about their separation and planned to co-parent their son.

Anne Heche and James Tupper during the launch of her "Tickle Time Sunblock" at The COOP on December 8, 2012, in Studio City, California. | Source: Getty Images

Anne Heche and James Tupper during the launch of her "Tickle Time Sunblock" at The COOP on December 8, 2012, in Studio City, California. | Source: Getty Images

Thomas Jane

In 2019, after her relationship ended, Heche dated another co-star, Thomas Jane. In 2022, Jane made a statement about the actress' accident. He claimed she was in stable condition after her car crashed into a house and exploded.

Advertisement

Although they were no longer a couple then, he wished nothing but her speedy recovery and even revealed she was expected to get through the medical challenge. Unfortunately, she did not make it.

Anne Heche is survived by her sons, who reportedly battled over her estate. Her eldest son, Homer Laffoon, filed for paperwork to take control of her estate. He also fought for custody of his younger brother.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Related posts

Jodie Foster & Her Gorgeous Wife Make a Rare Appearance in Matching Elegant Outfits: Photos

May 04, 2024

My MIL Crashes Our Wedding in Church with a Shocking Plus-One in Tow

March 15, 2024

How Shania Twain Resurrected After Divorce from Husband Who Cheated on Her with Her Best Friend

May 22, 2024

UFC Legend Mark Coleman Hospitalized after Saving His Parents from House Fire

March 13, 2024

This Boy’s Stepdad Is a World-Famous Man — He Engaged in an Affair with the Boy’s Mom and Married Her 35 Years After They First Met

March 27, 2024

Kirk Douglas Wrote Love Letters to His Wife Even at 100 — He Fell for Her at First Sight until the End of His Life

May 28, 2024

Valerie Bertinelli, 63, Shows Pics of Her 'Overweight' Body in a Swimsuit, Sparking an Online Stir

April 28, 2024

Queen Camilla’s Ex-husband, 84, Secretly Finds Love with ‘So Beautiful’ TV Host, 79 – Public Reacts to New Couple

May 22, 2024

My Husband Skipped My Birthday to Be Present at the Birth of His Female Best Friend's Baby

March 20, 2024

Clint Eastwood Is Almost 100 & Lives on Ranch That Is Older than Him with His 33-Years-Younger Girlfriend

May 28, 2024

My Fiancé Called off the Wedding 2 Days after the Proposal, When I Found Out Why My Family Collapsed

April 02, 2024

'Sex & the City' Star Kim Cattrall, 67, Enthralls Fans In All-black Outfit In Sweet Pic With Boyfriend Of 8 Years

June 07, 2024

My Fiancée Cheated with Her Co-worker, Now She's Giving Me an Ultimatum to Stay

April 12, 2024

I Found Out the Woman I Fell for Has a Husband – She Cursed Me after What I Did

March 13, 2024