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23 Celebrity Couples Who Actually Fell In Love On Set, And Their Love Stories Are Making My Heart Explode

Lauren Garafano
·10-min read

1.Mary Mouser and Tanner Buchanan

What they worked on together: The Netflix series Cobra Kai — Mary played Sam LaRusso, and Tanner played Robbie Keene. They met while working on the series together, and their characters dated briefly on the show. Earlier this year, at the series finale premiere, they had launched their relationship (after having been together privately for years) and engagement. 

What they worked on together: The Netflix series Cobra Kai — Mary played Sam LaRusso, and Tanner played Robbie Keene.

They met while working on the series together, and their characters dated briefly on the show. Earlier this year, at the series finale premiere, they had launched their relationship (after having been together privately for years) and engagement.

2.Jon Hamm and Anna Osceola

A man in a tuxedo and a woman in a shimmering, sleeveless gown pose elegantly on the red carpet
A man in a tuxedo and a woman in a shimmering, sleeveless gown pose elegantly on the red carpet

What they worked on together: The TV series Mad Men — Jon starred as Don Draper and Anna played the receptionist at Esalen in the series finale.

The couple met in 2015 while filming the Mad Men series finale, and while they were romantically linked in 2017, they didn't go public with their relationship until 2020. The later appeared together in the movie Confess, Fletch. They got engaged in 2023 and married in June of that same year.

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3.Viola Davis and Julius Tennon

Two people smiling on a red carpet. The woman wears a short-sleeve dress with floral sequins; the man wears a blue shirt and blazer
Two people smiling on a red carpet. The woman wears a short-sleeve dress with floral sequins; the man wears a blue shirt and blazer

What they worked on together: The short-lived CBS series City of Angels — Viola starred as Surgical Nurse Lynette Peeler and Julius guest starred as Dr. James Holly

They actually met in 1999 while waiting in line for breakfast on set and Julius gave Viola his card. In an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, Julius explained that his mom told him "If you want to meet a girl, don't ask for her phone number, give her your card. IF she's interested, she'll call you." The pair got married in 2003 and went on to work acting in and producing several projects together. In 2011, they adopted a baby named Genesis, and Viola is a stepmom to Julius's two children from a previous relationship.

4.Beanie Feldstein and Bonnie Chance Roberts

Two individuals pose on a red carpet. One wears a red dress with puffed sleeves, the other a plaid blazer with a white shirt and dark pants
Two individuals pose on a red carpet. One wears a red dress with puffed sleeves, the other a plaid blazer with a white shirt and dark pants

What they worked on together: The 2019 movie How to Build a Girl — Beanie starred as Johanna Morrigan, and Bonnie was a producer.

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Before meeting Bonnie, Beanie shared that she wasn't a big relationship person. They first met on the set for the movie How to Build a Girl, and Beanie told Teen Vogue that as soon as she met Bonnie, suddenly everything made sense. She said, “Whoa! Now I get it… I get why people write songs.” They publicly announced they were engaged in 2022 and got married in 2023.

5.Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons

Two people pose together on a red carpet. One wears a sleeveless black dress, the other a dark suit with a bow tie, standing against a floral backdrop
Two people pose together on a red carpet. One wears a sleeveless black dress, the other a dark suit with a bow tie, standing against a floral backdrop

What they worked on together: The TV series Fargo — they played husband and wife Ed and Peggy Blumquist.

They met and became friends while working together on Fargo but didn't officially start dating until a year and a half later. When reminiscing about their time working together, Jesse told People, "I knew that she would be in my life for a long time." They got married in 2022, and together, they have two sons, Ennis and James.

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6.Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden

Two people in formal attire at BAFTA Film Awards; one in a sleek gown, the other in a tuxedo, both posing for photos on the red carpet
Two people in formal attire at BAFTA Film Awards; one in a sleek gown, the other in a tuxedo, both posing for photos on the red carpet

What they worked on together: The film Mary Queen of Scots — Saoirse starred as Mary and Jack played Mary's second husband Henry Stuart

The pair met back in 2018 while working on Mary Queen of Scots. They kept their relationship super private throughout the years, and secretly got married in July of 2024. They made their red carpet debut later that year at the 2024 Emmys. They've since produced the film The Outrun together, and Saoirse also stars in it.

7.Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson

Two people on a red carpet; one in a strapless, ruffled dress and the other in a cardigan and button-up shirt, smiling for the camera
Two people on a red carpet; one in a strapless, ruffled dress and the other in a cardigan and button-up shirt, smiling for the camera

What they worked on together: The TV series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia — Rob plays Mac and Kaitlin plays Dee.

Rob and Kaitlin actually started secretly dating during Season 2 of It's Always Sunny, and the rest of the cast didn't know about their relationship until two seasons later. Kaitlin shared that originally she wanted a serious relationship while Rob wanted to keep it casual; however, Kaitlin was convinced she knew how he really felt way before he did. They got married in 2008 and have two kids.

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8.Mariska Hargitay and Peter Hermann

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Two people at an event; one is wearing a dark suit, the other in a brown suit with a satin top, holding a woven handbag

What they worked on together: The TV series Law & Order: SVU — Mariska plays Olivia Benson and Peter played Trevor Langan.

Mariska and Peter first met during Season 2 of SVU, and during their first date, Mariska admitted she was instantly drawn to him. She told InStyle, "I just about passed out when I saw him there. I thought, that's my husband." They got married in 2004 and have three kids.

9.Samira Wiley and Lauren Morelli

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Two celebrities pose on the red carpet. One wears a polka dot gown, the other a patterned suit, both smiling and holding a clutch

What they worked on together: The TV series Orange Is the New Black — Samira played Poussey, and Lauren was a writer on the show.

Samira and Lauren met on the set of Orange Is the New Black, and in an interview with Bust Magazine, Samira shared that she actually fell in love with Lauren's mind before she even met her in person. She said, “I was really attracted to Lauren’s mind first before I met Lauren the person. I got her script, and I was like: ‘This person’s really talented, I can’t wait to meet this person.'” At the time, Lauren was still married to a man and had only just discovered that she was a lesbian, so she and Samira started off their relationship as friends before blossoming into something more. They got married in 2017 and welcomed a baby in 2021.

10.Maya Erskine and Michael Angarano

A couple poses on a floral-themed red carpet. The man wears a tuxedo jacket, and the woman wears a floral dress
A couple poses on a floral-themed red carpet. The man wears a tuxedo jacket, and the woman wears a floral dress

What they worked on together: Michael's unreleased film Sacramento — Maya stars as Tallie and in addition to writing and directing it, Michael stars as Rickey

They first met when they sat down to talk about Michael's movie and the possibility of Maya starring in it. Michael later appeared in a guest role on Maya's series Pen15. They announced their engagement in 2020, also sharing that they were expecting their first child. Their second child was born in 2024.

11.Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood

Two people posing at an event for "Supergirl." The woman wears an off-shoulder, ruffled dress; the man wears a suit with a white shirt
Two people posing at an event for "Supergirl." The woman wears an off-shoulder, ruffled dress; the man wears a suit with a white shirt

What they worked on together: The TV series Supergirl — Melissa played Supergirl and Chris played Mon-El, her love interest.

They first met on set at Supergirl and then were confirmed to be dating in 2017. Then, they got married in 2019 and welcomed their first baby together in 2020.

12.Ke Huy Quan and Echo Quan

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Two individuals at an event in sophisticated evening attire. The person on the left wears a dark suit, while the person on the right wears a black coat

What they worked on together: The film 2046 — Ke Huy was the first assistant director for the movie and Echo had previously worked with director Wong Kar-Wai.

They met on set of 2046 back in 2004 after being introduced to each other by Wong Kar-Wai and got together shortly after. Ke Huy also worked with his wife on his film Everything Everywhere All At Once, where she served as the on-set translator.   

13.Sara Bareilles and Joe Tippett

Two people pose together on a red carpet; one wears a fringed black outfit, the other a checked suit
Two people pose together on a red carpet; one wears a fringed black outfit, the other a checked suit

What they worked on together: The Broadway musical Waitress — Sara wrote the musical and starred in it, and Joe played her character's husband Earl.

Sara and Joe first met when he auditioned for the musical back in 2015. He ended up being cast as Earl, and they started dating shortly after. They've been together since 2016 and got engaged in 2023.

14.Joseph Morgan and Persia White

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Two individuals pose on a red carpet at a Mercy for Animals event. The man wears a suit and tie; the woman is in a stylish black dress

What they worked on together: The TV series The Vampire Diaries — Joseph played Klaus Mikaelson, and Persia played Bonnie's mom, Abby Bennett.

The two met during the third season of TVD and then went on to create a short film together called Revelation. They didn't officially confirm their relationship until 2013, but they were spotted on several occasions together so fans assumed they were dating. They got married in 2014.

15.Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne

Two people smiling; one in a casual green jacket, the other in a fur-trimmed coat, attending a celebrity event
Two people smiling; one in a casual green jacket, the other in a fur-trimmed coat, attending a celebrity event

What they worked on together: The 2013 movie In a World... — Tig played Cher, and Stephanie played Nancy.

The two became fast friends after meeting on set. Stephanie shared that when she met Tig, she still identified as straight. As she started to fall in love with Tig, she eventually came to realize that even though she thought she was in love with her exes, she actually wasn't in love with them at all. She told Cosmo, "I was so into Tig, and I was falling in love with her, and I didn't know how to identify it because I thought I was straight." They got married in 2015.

16.Andrew Rannells and Tuc Watkins

Two individuals pose on a red carpet. One wears a dark suit; the other wears a light sweater with plaid pants
Two individuals pose on a red carpet. One wears a dark suit; the other wears a light sweater with plaid pants

What they worked on together: The Broadway play The Boys in the Band — Andrew played Larry, and Tuc played his boyfriend Hank

They actually first met after being cast as boyfriends in the stage production of The Boys in the Band and fell for each other while doing press for the play. Later on, they also worked together on Showtime's Black Monday and reprised their roles for Netflix's adaptation of The Boys in the Band.

17.Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem

Two celebrities on the red carpet in elegant black outfits, posing and smiling for photos
Two celebrities on the red carpet in elegant black outfits, posing and smiling for photos

What they worked on together: The 2008 movie Vicky Cristina Barcelona — they played exes Juan Antonio and María Elena.

They originally met in 1992 but didn't begin dating until 2007 when they reunited for Vicky Cristina Barcelona. They were spotted together on numerous occasions, but didn't make an official public appearance until 2010 at the Goya Awards. They also got married in 2010 and have two kids together.

18.Paul Giamatti and Clara Wong

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Two people pose on a red carpet. One wears a sparkling sequin dress, and the other wears a classic tuxedo with a bow tie

What they worked on together: The TV series Billions — Paul played Chuck Rhoades, and Clara played Troy.

When they got together: They haven't publicly shared when they got together, but Paul first publicly spoke about her in his Golden Globes speech earlier this year.

19.Joe Serafini and Frankie Rodriguez

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Two individuals on the red carpet at a Disney event. One wears a casual shirt and pants, the other in a lilac suit with an open collar

What they worked on together: The Disney+ show High School Musical: The Musical: The Series — Joe played Seb, and Frankie played Carlos.

Fans had been speculating for a while that they were dating, and in July 2021, they confirmed that they are, in fact, together IRL. On HSMTMTS, their characters also broke Disney history as the first openly LGBTQ couple to kiss onscreen.

20.Leighton Meester and Adam Brody

A couple poses on the red carpet; the woman wears a detailed strapless gown with a neck scarf, and the man is in a classic dark suit and tie
A couple poses on the red carpet; the woman wears a detailed strapless gown with a neck scarf, and the man is in a classic dark suit and tie

What they worked on together: The indie film The Oranges — Leighton played Nina, and Adam played Toby.

They met on set of The Oranges in 2010 and then got married in 2014. Together, they have two kids. Adam also appeared on Leighton's series Single Parents and played her character's ex-husband. Most recently, Leighton has been cast in Season 2 of Adam's Netflix series Nobody Wants This.

21.Kimberly J. Brown and Daniel Kountz

Two individuals pose at a '90s themed event; one wears a black jumpsuit and the other a green shirt with a black jacket
Two individuals pose at a '90s themed event; one wears a black jumpsuit and the other a green shirt with a black jacket

What they worked on together: The Disney Channel Original Movie Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge — Kimberly played Marnie Cromwell, and Daniel played Kal.

They kept in touch a little after filming Halloweentown II and reconnected in 2016 when Daniel starred in a short film for Kimberly's YouTube channel about where his Halloweentown character would be now. They hit it off immediately and just got married two weeks ago.

22.Andrew J. West and Amber Stevens West

Two celebrities on a red carpet; the woman wears a black leather dress, cradles her belly, and the man wears a maroon suit
Two celebrities on a red carpet; the woman wears a black leather dress, cradles her belly, and the man wears a maroon suit

What they worked on together: The ABC Family series Greek — Andrew played Fisher, and Amber played Ashleigh.

They met when Andrew joined the Greek cast in 2009, started dating soon after, and got married in 2014. They have three daughters.

23.Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell

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Two people on a red carpet; the woman in a strapless embellished gown with a draped shawl, the man in a black tuxedo and bow tie, both smiling

What they worked on together: The film Overboard — Goldie played Joanna Stayton, and Kurt played Dean Proffitt.

They first met in 1966 while filming The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band, but didn't start dating until after reconnecting on the set of Swing Shift. They have one child together, Wyatt Russell, but both also have kids, including Kate and Oliver Hudson, from their previous relationships.

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