John Wayne's iconic career did not stop him from fulfilling fatherly duties. The actor welcomed his youngest son at 56, and knowing that he would not be around for long, Wayne formed a strong bond with the boy — he did not allow his son to go to school.
U2's frontman Bono may have shared his impressive talent with the world through his rock band, but he keeps another essential part of himself for his high school sweetheart, Ali Hewson. The pair have been together for four decades, and Bono says it's because of their special magic.
Canadian actor Dean McDermott gave up his family, including his first wife, their only son, and an adopted daughter, following an unconditional love affair with his then-mistress Tori Spelling. Nearly two decades later, the actor questioned his actions.
Barely three months after her husband Jonathan Krane died, legendary actress Sally Kellerman also lost her 27-year-old daughter Hannah. Despite these sad events, she continued to keep to her commitments.
Award-winning singer Aretha Franklin was a legendary entertainer who did not stop performing until death. Although she became an inspiration, she led a "silent suffering" life after transitioning to motherhood early.
Susan Lucci was engaged when she met her late husband, Helmut Huber. Huber attended Lucci's engagement party and referred to her fiancè as "this boy." Still, an unlikely relationship began leading to an extraordinary tale of love and support.
Fans of "Chrisley Knows Best" are often treated to the perfection of the family's patriarch, including his enviable bond with his family. However, Todd Chrisley was once entangled in a bitter lawsuit with his first wife, and their marriage was far from perfect.
Despite being a brilliant actor and singer, Jim Nabors struggled due to his sexuality, and it took him 38 years to finally tie the knot with his partner.
Many celebrated 2022 Valentine's Day with family, partners, and loved ones, and Simone Biles and her man were no exceptions. The lovebirds also marked a new milestone in their relationship following their engagement.
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has broken the ice a few days after her mother-in-law, Queen Elizabeth II, announced her wish to make her the future Queen Consort. This also raised a lot of concerns about the Queen's health from UK citizens.
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz had a tumultuous marriage that ended after twenty years. However, they welcomed two children who are doing well in entertainment. Let's look at their lives.
Valerie Bertinelli is a remarkable woman with many titles earned from years of hard work, research, and passion. Admirably, the actress is also a doting mother to her stepkids, and she shunned the spotlight to be available for her only son.
Griffin O'Neal blamed his actor father, Ryan O'Neal, for ruining the family, and the two have remained estranged. Yet, despite the bad blood, he provided some help to his drug addict half-brother.
"Yellowstone" actor Wes Bentley was fortunate to get the lucky side of life, especially after his addiction dilemma and unemployment. The actor is now a happy family man with two kids. Here is how his children saved his life.
Just two years after the birth of his first son American Actor Owen Wilson fathers a child with a married woman who he had appointed to be his trainer.
John Schneider found love again after a twenty-one-year failed marriage. Sadly, his second wife had health challenges that nearly cost her life. Schneider nursed her back with love and faith, and they have been inseparable since.
HGTV stars Chip and Joanna enjoy a mishmash of business and pleasure as the duo successfully partners to own the Magnolia empire. After almost a decade as a couple with kids, they tell fans that it would not have been possible if Chip did not show a similar level of commitment.
"Blue Bloods" alum Amy Carlson is an amazing wife to her musician husband, Syd Butler. The pair have shared nearly two decades of their lives, and despite their busy schedules, they manage their career and home front brilliantly.
TV personality and actor Alfonso Ribeiro believes that love conquers all and blurs race lines. The entertainer feels blacklisted for marrying a white woman, yet, he is content and has enjoyed a love-filled marriage for ten years.
Kurt Russell's ability to perform great in any role set him apart from his peers. These days, he is no longer a frequent face on the big screens. Russell is a great father and he inherited Goldie Hawn's kids when their biological dad abandoned them.
The "Happily Divorced" star Fran Drescher married her high school sweetheart, only to find out that he was bisexual after more than a decade of their marriage. The pair went through a tumultuous divorce but became inseparable later.
Over the years, award-winning actress, Mariska Hargitay has cupped immeasurable success in both her career and private life. The celebrity has lived happily with her actor husband for nearly a decade, despite the circumstances of their first meeting. Here are insights into the story.
Patrick Swayze, who started as a dancer before finding success in the film industry, was married to Lisa Niemi for decades. The couple lived out their enviable romance in a 7,261-acre "dream ranch" until Swayze's untimely death in 2008.
Wayne Rogers, who found career success on the classic comedy series "M*A*S*H," was married twice but had an alleged love child from an affair. The actor would have taken a paternity test before his death in 2015 but got sued.
Martha Stewart, a culinary wiz, entrepreneur, TV personality, and writer, prevails as one of America's female jack of all trades. Despite her doggedness, she has been through some rough times, including getting divorced after twenty-nine years of marriage and falling in and out of love.
An older woman who spent five years making clothes for a particular orphanage returns home one day to find a box on her doorstep — someone had caught her.
"Desperate Housewives" actor Neal McDonough has appeared in several features. For many years, he has thrived in Hollywood, yet the celebrity has not fallen prey to controversial stories in the hands of the media. Here are details of his lifestyle and family.
A popular teacher discovered that the kids in his class were bullying a poor boy because he couldn't afford to buy a Jersey — how did he fix the problem?
A kind-hearted policeman chooses to protect a peculiar homeless man he should have arrested and, in return, is rewarded with a small box from him.
A woman traveling with her husband via airplane hears the pilot talking and immediately recognizes his voice — he was a life she had touched years before.
An old woman stumbles upon a 46–year–old letter written by her best friend but is shocked when her husband attempts to stop her from reading it.
A poor taxi driver risks his family's wrath when he stops to rescue an elderly woman he found — his reward? An old box that was left in his back seat.
An old homeless man sets his mind to giving back to the same orphanage he grew up in, but those who watched over the place discouraged him because of his looks.
A controlling couple kicked their daughter out for flouting their directive — she thrived outside their influence and later became the hero her mother needed.
Richard Dean Anderson was with many women, but the long-time bachelor shared a more special relationship with one of his lovers. Anderson fathered an only child with her, and she believed their happy-ever-after was assured.
Legendary American actor Sidney Poitier and his longtime wife Joanna Shimkus live in a stunning Beverly Hills mansion which the entertainer acquired for a whopping $2.7 million. A peek into their lovely home.
Jodie Sweetin began her journey to fame at a very young age. However, the former child star from "Full House" did not have much luck behind the camera. She experienced a career decline and three failed marriages.
David McCallum from "NCIS" is not a regular face on the show. However, he makes an appearance when needed. In real life, the actor is also hands-on and plays his parent duties excellently - meet the McCallum clan.
At the height of a career in Hollywood, "Happy Days," Marion Ross went through a painful divorce that left her penniless with two kids to care for; the movie star, however, eventually found true love.
William Christopher, aka Father Mulcahy in the riveting series "M*A*S*H," was an intriguing character to watch. In reality, the onscreen cleric had a wonderful life with his long-term wife and one-time co-star whom he met during his college years.
Gary Burghoff was one of the best acts in the classic series "M*A*S*H," he played Radar O Reilly for nearly a decade but left before the show ended. His departure came after he broke into tears on set.
Farrah Fawcett, the iconic on-screen goddess famous for her signature gold tresses, and gorgeousness died at age 62. Before her demise, she enjoyed the company of her loved ones, friends, and family, including her only child, who visited her in a jail-issued outfit.
Elvis Presley's successful career as an outstanding entertainer with an overwhelming fanbase of female audiences did not deter him from finding a wife. He tried to create his fairytale romance with her in their luxury honeymoon home.
Fred Gwynne from "The Munsters" had a brief yet amazing moment in the spotlight but suffered a few tragedies behind closed doors. The actor lost an infant son and coped with a disabled son who had a brain injury.
Mary Tyler Moore was America's sweetheart during her prime. However, the delectable actress suffered some hard times, which made her doubt her parenting abilities.
Popular Welsh actor, Anthony Hopkins, abandoned his 14 months old child when he divorced first wife Petronella Barker. Father and daughter reunited years later but the pain his absence caused lingered and they soon stopped speaking to each other.
Legendary country singer George Strait had known his wife, Norma, all his life before asking her out on a date. This led to a beautiful marriage that has lasted decades. A glimpse into his life and career.
Emmy Award winning TV host, Rosie O'Donnell, was forced to give up custody of her fourth fostered child, Mia, when the state of Florida denied her adoption rights because she is gay.
Melody Thomas Scott is one of the iconic stars on "The Young and the Restless," where she plays Nikki Newman, a woman with several failed marriages. However, in reality, she is enjoying a perfect romance with her spouse of nearly forty years.
Danny DeVito has been with his actress wife, Rhea Perlman, for more than fifty years, and they have been married for about four decades. Their marriage has been through some challenges, and while they are separated, these two will never get divorced.
