Pushed by her beliefs and her father's encouragement, Lisa Whelchel married a pastor and hoped to live "happily ever after." But 24 years and three kids later, the couple called it quits. Today her kids are all grown.
Tiger Woods had a perfect life. He was one of the most successful golfers worldwide and had a cute little family, but things took a nasty turn on Thanksgiving, 2009 when all his affairs became exposed for all to see.
Elvis Presley was dubbed the "King of Rock and Roll in the 50s and '60s, and Priscilla Presley was only 11 when she found out who Elvis Presley was. And while they would later marry and welcome a daughter, Elvis often thought of Priscilla as a "living doll."
New mothers posing for photos mere hours after childbirth has always been a tradition in the royal family. However, Meghan Markle chose to go against the rules and felt sorry for Middleton for going through that ordeal.
Despite having one of Hollywood's longest-running marriages, Paul Newman could not shake off the feelings of guilt he carried with him for years, and he never did come around to forgiving himself for betraying his first wife.
Ozzie and Harriet Nelson gained immense fame when they appeared in "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet." And while they seemed like the perfect family on TV, much more was going on behind the scenes, and it was not pretty.
Demi Moore and "Two and a Hald Men" actor Jon Cryer's romance was born after the pair starred together in the 1984 film "No Small Affair." Cryer was thrilled to be cast alongside Moore, and soon after, an affair bloomed.
Between studying law, caring for a young child, and looking after her sick husband, Ruth Bader could only manage three hours of sleep every night, and yet, she still topped her class. She later became the second female ever to serve in the US Supreme Court.
After a successful film career, Harry Morgan wanted his legacy to live on, but unlike most, his wish was for people to always remember him as a "pleasant person" who got along with many people.
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, are not new to controversy. Their family ties got severed after the couple left the UK to settle in North America. Reports now claim that the couple might use their children as a "weapon" for a family reunion.
Actor Michael McKean and his wife Annette O'Toole have rightfully earned themselves the title of one of Hollywood's power couples with their marriage of over two decades. However, they also experienced a devastating loss when their son died at a young age.
Despite being a Hollywood star, Andy Griffith loved his privacy so much that he was laid to rest only hours after he passed on. Regrettably, his daughter could not make it to the funeral due to how fast things moved.
Since time immemorial, it has been the tradition for royals to marry other royals. But when King Carl XVI Gustaf fell in love with a woman with no "blue blood," he knew he had to break tradition and marry her.
Today David Foster is a father of six, but his eldest daughter was never in her father's life. He gave her up for adoption, hoping that they would reunite in the future. Thirty years later, they met again.
Sibling rivalry is not uncommon, but most of these feuds often end as adulthood sets in. For Jackie Kennedy Onassis and her sister Caroline Lee Radziwill, however, their squabble became a decades-long affair, which saw the former first lady leave her sister nothing in the will.
Singer Jerry Lee Lewis was known for his flamboyance and his controversial marriages. His fifth union to Shawn Michelle ended after her mysterious death, and the singer shocked many when he came to the funeral in his wedding attire.
Actor Kevin Costner did not think he would get the attention of his first wife, Cindy Silva. Luckily she had also been interested in him since their first meeting. Years after they got married, his family-man reputation was in tatters.
George Jones built himself a successful career through his voice. But in his last days, he could not speak and spent most of his time sleeping. However, he had one final thing to say right before he died.
Singer Lou Rawls may have achieved international fame with his music, but his family troubles only got worse with time. His third wife and daughter from his first marriage were sworn enemies and threatened to disrupt the peace at the singer's funeral.
Many couples only learn of their significant others after meeting them, but it was different for actor Val Kilmer. He had had a prophetic dream about his wife before meeting her in person. They went on to get married and have two children.
Jack Lord did it all. From playing the fan-favorite McGarrett on "Hawaii Five-O" to selling Cadillacs. And yet his private love was nothing to write home about. He had an unhappy first marriage that he remained quiet about for years.
Fran Drescher wears many hats. She is an award-winning actress, a Golden Globe and Emmy nominee, a director, a producer, and a best-selling author. However, she has one major regret in life -- never having kids.
Candice Bergen's love for her husband Louis Malle had been undeniable, but upon his death, she found love with her second husband, real estate developer Marshall Rose. However, marrying him in the presence of Malle's children left her feeling guilty.
"To Kill A Mockingbird" actor Gregory Peck confessed that when he first met Veronique Passani, he was immediately "struck" with her. They wedded a day after his divorce to his first wife became final, and they remained happily married for 48 years.
True love comes in many forms, some very unexpected. After losing his partner in the 2004 Asian Tsunami, Nate Berkus did not imagine he would experience love again until he met interior designer Jeremiah Brent.
The Osbournes gained indelible fame from their reality TV show, and yet, the exposure to fame had some very adverse effects on the lives of the children. Aimee left home at 16 while Kelly battled addiction.
Everyone that worked with Michael Landon adored him, as did his large family. And he loved them right back. However, it remains unclear why he gave up on his adopted son, Jason, despite evidence that he truly loved him.
Garth Brooks is happily married to fellow country music superstar Trisha Yearwood. Despite having no kids between them, the "Perfect Love" singer is a wonderful bonus mother to her husband's three children.
While it is not uncommon for Hollywood stars to meet their significant others on set, the irony of Rachel Ward and Bryan Brown's meeting is intriguing. They met while playing an incompatible couple in the raunchy miniseries "The Thorn Birds."
Susan Sullivan has had one of Hollywood's longest careers and relationships. However, despite the success in both professional and personal life, she "forgot" to have children with her partner of 34 years, Connell Cowan.
For decades, George Strait lived the ideal life. He was happily married, had beautiful children, and had a music career that saw him dubbed the "King of Country." However, the loss of his child would turn his world upside down.
Gwen Stefani finally found happiness with country singer Blake Shelton. However, before she met her knight in shining armor, her love journey was full of heartbreak and two highly publicized breakups.
News of Princess Diana's death shook the world, but it was even more heartbreaking for her boys, William and Harry. Young as they were, they had to walk behind Diana's coffin. Years later, contradicting reports say it had not been their decision to do that.
"Good Morning America"'s Robin Roberts' life has been riddled with plenty of tragedy. In the last decade and a half, she has had to endure multiple life-threatening illnesses and the loss of a family member.
Even though Kate Middleton has admitted to feeling "broody" several times, William does not appear to be on board with the prospects of a fourth child. Has he had a change of heart? Let's find out.
Sherri Shepherd has not been as lucky in her marriage as she has been in her career. Despite warnings from her close ones not to marry Jeffery Tarpley, she went ahead, a decision she regrets many years later.
For decades Bing Crosby was the embodiment of a perfect father to the seven kids he shared with his two wives, but upon his death, one of his sons shared gory details of his upbringing -- one that was a far cry from the picture-perfect family everyone saw.
It takes years, sometimes decades, for some actors to find their footing in the industry, but for Kaci Walfall, fame found her early. She is still a high schooler but is already the center of her hero universe - Naomiverse.
Nicole Byer wears many hats. She is a comedian, an actress, an author, a TV host, and a podcaster, but despite all that, one thing that has completely eluded her is love. Let's take a look at her dating history.
In 2021, Mexican-Australian star Inde Navarrette appeared on "Superman & Lois," playing Sarah Crushing. Now, fans are curious to know more about the rising star. Who is she, and what does she love doing?
Though retired, Hulk Hogan boasts of a successful career. And yet, his personal life is far from successful. He's been married twice, with his first marriage to Linda Hogan ending in a messy divorce.
Amin Joseph is not a new name to fans of the crime drama "Snowfall." To add to his immense success in his career, he is also a father of one and will soon welcome his second baby with his wife, Felicia Joseph.
Award-winning Mexican actress Cecilia Suárez has over 60 film credits to her name. However, it has not been all roses and unicorns for the actress as she was involved in a legal battle with Osvaldo de León, with whom she shares a son.
Tom Hardy is one of the most popular actors of his generation. He is also notorious for keeping his personal life private, and yet, there are still some insides about his family. Lets take a look at his private family life.
"Zoolander"'s Ben Stiller and the "License To Wed" actress Christine Taylor reportedly gave their marriage of 18 years a second chance after calling off their 200 million dollar divorce.
With the season finale of the British spy thriller series "Killing Eve" just days away, Comer, who plays the main antagonist, has disclosed that she did not see a happy ending for her character, Villanelle.
It is not uncommon for some celebrities to want their personal lives to remain private, despite making their livings from being in the spotlight. Actress Jordie Comer once confessed that her personal life was sacred.
Eion Bailey has appeared in numerous films, even winning a daytime Emmy for his performance on "Life of the Party" But when he's not making hit movies, he spends time with his wife Weyni Mengesha and their two "mixed-race" boys.
LaMonica Garrett's character, Thomas, in "1883" may have found love with the recently widowed Noemi, but away from the cameras, the actor is a loving husband to Mina Ivanova. Meet the beautiful mother of one.
Manish Dayal has many acting credits to his name, but when he retires in the evenings, he returns to his lovely wife, Snehal Patel, and his two children. Meet his wife and beautiful kids.
