Ellen DeGeneres (61) & Portia De Rossi (46) - Paved the Way For Other LGBT Couples
Ellen DeGeneres has paved the way for same-gender couples all over the United States to the point of being personally congratulated by former US President Barack Obama. She went through a lot to ensure women like her would have the chance to live their lives authentically, being one of the very first high-profile celebrities to come out publicly.
Talk show host Ellen met the Australian actress Portia De Rossi in 2000. Five years later, the couple officialized their relationship. In 2008, they tied the knot in a Los Angeles ceremony and have been inseparable ever since. In 2018, the couple celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary.
Catherine Bell (51) & Brooke Daniels (33) - Met As Divorced Fellow Scientologists
Actress Catherine Bell and photographer Brooke Daniels have lived together in Los Angeles since 2012. Two successful and inspiring women, Bell and Daniels have an 18 years age gap but share similar life stories. They are both divorced mothers who were once seen as purely straight women. Additionally, they're passionate followers of the controversial Church of Scientology. Bell and Daniels may share a common past, but they're looking out for a future above all things. Living happily together for the past 8 years, the two beautiful women are one of Hollywood's most impressive LGBTQ+ couples. They live in a $2.05 million gated community in Hidden Hills.
Rosie O'Donnell (57) & Michelle Rounds (46) - A Once Inspiring Love Story Ended Tragically in 2015
American comedian and television personality Rosie O'Donnell is one of the key celebrities fighting for LGBT rights. She was married to consultant Michelle Rounds from 2012 to 2015. The couple even adopted a daughter, Dakota, but their marriage only lasted around 3 years.
Less than 1 year after the break-up, Rounds was tragically found dead in her home after reportedly committing suicide. The unexpected disaster baffled many people, including O'Donnell, who shared a respectful statement after finding out about the incident. According to several media sources, mental health issues and the legal battle regarding Dakota's custody were the causes behind Michelle's suicide.
Kristy McNichol (57) & Martie Allen (59) - Married A Few Years After Meeting In 1991
Kristy McNichol and Martie Allen share one of the most passionate Hollywood same-gender love stories. They have both worked as actresses in the past, but have now stepped away from the show business. McNichol gained a reputation as a young actress by appearing in movies such as Only When I Laugh and Little Darlings. Allen, on the other hand, is a former struggling actress who never made it to the big screen. Inseparable since their first meeting in 1991, McNichol and Allen soon got married a few years after. They have kept their relationship private until they publicly came out in 2012.
Ali Krieger (35) & Ashlyn Harris (34) - Met While Playing For The US National Soccer Team
Ali Krieger and Ashlyn Harris are two professional female soccer players who met while playing together for the US national team. They have been playing for the same team, Orlando Pride, since 2017. Krieger plays as a defender, while Ashlyn is a goalkeeper.
They met in 2010, back when they were two young women who share the same dreams and feelings. They fell in love quite naturally and will be finally officializing their love through a wedding ceremony almost a decade after. They announced their engagement in 2019 and are expected to tie the knot anytime soon.
Kendrell Bowman & Anthony Wayne - Collaborated in The Same Broadway Show
Kendrell Bowman and Anthony Wayne are more than just a same-gender couple; they are best friends and collaborators in the same Broadway show, the critically acclaimed Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical. To make a musical with the love of your life is the sort of situation some couples dream of being involved in, and these two are surely proud of their "baby".
Bowman and Wayne decided to create the musical after watching an Unsung episode about the late American Disco singer Sylvester, who is known for his flamboyance and influence in the African-American LGBT community during the early and late '70s.
Cynthia Nixon (53) & Christine Marinoni (52) - Met Right After Cynthia's Divorce
In 2003, actress Cynthia Nixon was going over her break-up with Danny Mozes, an actor she was married to since 1988. In that same year, she met Christine Marinoni, an education activist and policy analyst with whom she fell in love immediately. It was her first publicly confirmed relationship with a woman, but it's one built to last.
These two lovebirds became engaged in 2009 and welcomed their first son two years after. In a recent interview, Cynthia confessed she had never been with a woman before and that she considers love to be gender-neutral. In 2012, Cynthia and Christine celebrated their love with a wedding ceremony.
Billy Porter (50) & Adam Smith (37) - Got Married in a Hurry in 2017
You have probably seen Billy Porter before; the notable Broadway actor is known for his flamboyant red carpet appearances and undeniable talent for singing, acting, and stealing away the show. His husband, however, seems to have a more discreet personality. He's Adam Smith, a much-younger businessman who is the co-owner of the eyewear brand Native Ken.
This lovely duo tied the knot in 2017, a few months after getting engaged. They wanted to get married while Barack Obama was still the president of the United States. For that reason, they ended up rushing the ceremony.
Luke Evans (40) & Jon Kortajarena (34) - One of the Best-Looking LGBTQ Couples in The World
For many years, women all over the world have wondered about Luke Evans' love preferences. It turns out the steamy The Fate of the Furious actor has disappointed most of his female fans by publicly discussing his on-and-off longtime romance with the Spanish model and actor Jon Kortajarena.
When they appear together on the red carpet, Evans and Kortajarena are probably one of the best-looking LGBT couples in the world. Their relationship is still not very stable, and it's hard to say whether these two will ever tie the knot or simply continue to have fun. But one thing's for sure: they look great together!
Jillian Michaels (45) & Heidi Rhoades (37) - Broke Up After a Solid 9-Year Relationship
Fitness superstar and personal trainer Jillian Michaels started dating Heidi Rhoades in 2009. In 2016, the couple announced their marriage, much to the excitement of the fans who were used to seeing these two in the E! reality show Just Jillian. Jillian and Heidi share the custody of one daughter, Lukensia, and one son, Phoenix.
In 2019, Michaels shared a message on her personal Instagram account announcing the end of her 9-year relationship with Heidi. In an emotional message to her fans, Jillian confirmed the break-up by claiming that she and Heidi would continue seeing each other as friends.
Kate McKinnon (35) & Jackie Abbott - Announced Their Relationship During The 2017 Emmy Awards
Saturday Night Live funny woman Kate McKinnon and theatre actress Jackie Abbott stepped out as a couple during the 2017 Emmy Awards ceremony. The half-celebrity LGBT couple looks great together, but much is still unknown about Jackie, who has a very quiet and reserved personality.
She does have an Instagram account, but she posts mainly photographs of street scenes and strangers. According to her official website, she sometimes works as a clown, which means she's in perfect company with someone like McKinnon. Before getting to know Jackie, Kate dated the Broadway actress Marla Mindelle.
Raven-Symoné (33) & AzMarie Livingston (32) - Broke Up in 2015 After a 3-year relationship
There's no chance of talking about lovely LGBT couples without referring to these two. Sadly, the romance between actress Raven-Symoné and America's Next Top Model contestant AzMarie Livingston ended in 2015. At that time, the two women were experiencing career peaks, with Raven-Symoné joining the panel of The View and AzMarie landing a role in the TV show Empire.
In an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Raven-Symoné claimed that she does not want to be labeled according to her romantic preferences. The That's So Raven star said that she wants to be recognized as a "human-lover", regardless of race and gender.
Johnny Weir (35) & Victor Voronov (35) - Divorced in 2015 Following a 4-Year Marriage
Former professional ice skater Johnny Weir got hitched to lawyer Victor Voronov in 2011, and this LGBT duo seemed like a match made in heaven. However, looks can be deceiving. Only 4 years after tying the knot, Weir and Voronov divorced in a messy public manner.
Not only was the love gone, but different problems surfaced in celebrity news. Claims of domestic violence and Weir's extremely busy working schedule were, according to E! News, the main causes behind the split. Unfortunately, not all celebrity love stories have happy ever afters.
Tom Ford (58) & Richard Buckley (71) - Fell in Love At First Sight While Sharing an Elevator
Fashion designer Tom Ford and American journalist Richard Buckley tied the knot in 2014 after sharing a passionate relationship for close to three decades. In 2016, while celebrating their 30th anniversary together, Ford and Buckley told PEOPLE magazine that they fell in love at first sight while riding the same elevator.
Only one month after their first meeting, they decided to start living together. If that's not an immediate love connection, then we don't know what it could be! The only thing we do know for sure is that these two are one of the most stable and inseparable LGBT celebrity couples in the world right now.
Wanda Sykes (55) & Alex Sykes (45) - Got Married Only A Year After They Met
Notable comedian Wanda Sykes met Alex Niedbalski in 2008. Only one year after, the two were ready to get hitched in a 2009 ceremony. Now using the last name Sykes, Alex is a fairly reserved woman originally from France. Details about her private life and career are still unknown, although she's been a public figure ever since she started appearing alongside Wanda in celebrity events.
As a former NSA (National Security Agency) employee, Wanda is certainly keen on keeping secrets. She finally came out in 2006, during the HBO comedy special Wanda Sykes: Sick & Tired. Wanda and Alex have two children: Olivia Lou and Lucas Claude.
Cheyenne Jackson (44) & Jason Landau (42) - Tied The Knot in 2014 After Dating For 4 Months
After breaking up with physicist Monte Lapka, his partner for over 13 years, actor Cheyenne Jackson was quick in finding a new husband. Love is something you cannot control, and Cheyenne fell almost immediately for fellow actor and entrepreneur Jason Landau in 2013, shortly after divorcing Lapka.
After just 4 months of dating, the loving couple decided to tie the knot in 2014. Two years later, they followed the LGBT celebrity trend of getting twin children and are now the parents of Willow and Ethan. The family of four posed together during a Father's Day photoshoot for the Janie & Jack children's clothing company.
Ryan Murphy (54) & David Miller (46) - The Proud Parents of Two Children
Photographer David Miller secretly dated Ryan Murphy, the creator of shows like Nip/Tuck and Glee, for 15 years before finally announcing their engagement. For the occasion, he used his radio show to publicly reveal the news. Still, the two got married in a 2012 secret ceremony.
Besides being one of the richest LGBT celebrity couples in the world, Murphy and Miller are the proud fathers of two children: Logan Phineas Miller, born in 2012, and Ford, who was welcomed to the world two years after. They were both born via surrogate.
Jonathan Knight (50) & Harley Rodriguez (46) - Preparing To Get Married Since 2017
Now is the best time to congratulate the New Kids on the Block singer Jonathan Knight and the Price of Glory actor Harley Rodriguez. The two lovebirds have announced they are set to marry in less than a year... two years ago! According to a Jenny McCarthy Show interview, Jonathan asked the big question during a family trip to South Africa that included the presence of the couple's mothers.
The wedding is still on the waiting list, as the couple is busy with other projects including the upcoming New Kids on the Block Carnival Conquest show. Jonathan and Harley still have no children of their own.
Don Roos (64) & Dan Bucatinsky (54) - Met At The Premiere of Love Field
Screenwriter Don Roos will never forget the 1992 movie Love Field because that was the film that allowed him to meet the love of his life, actor Dan Bucatinsky. This LGBT couple has been together for over 20 years, and they have tied the knot in 2008, a few months after the legalization of same-gender marriage in the United States.
A very stable and loving couple, Roos and Bucatinsky have two children, Eliza and Jonah. In 2015, they were jointly awarded the Advocacy Award, a prize attributed by the Pacific Pride Foundation in which they were recognized for their LGBT struggle and significance.
Denis O’Hare (57) & Hugo Redwood - Met Online 19 Years Ago
Dallas Buyers Club actor Denis O'Hare met the designer Hugo Redwood online 19 years ago. While they have admitted that having children wasn't initially in their plans, the LGBT couple quickly fell in love and decided to add something special to the relationship mixture.
They ended up adopting Declan, their 8-year-old son. According to O'Hare, the couple felt a connection with the little boy from the moment they received him in their arms. O'Hare is preparing to have a busy year in 2020! He is set to appear in 3 upcoming movies: In the Room, Game of Power, and Butterfly in the Typewriter.
Tom Daley (25) & Dustin Lance Black (45) - Planning on Having Their First Child
The Internet has been effectively connecting people—even celebrities! Olympic diver Tom Daley fell in love with Milk's screenwriter Dustin Lance Black after watching him in a video, and the two were immediately drawn to one another. According to Tom, they were discussing wedding plans only two weeks after they started dating in the summer of 2013.
Now, they have announced their plans of having their first child. The message was delivered through an Instagram post on Valentine's Day and left the LGBT community very excited! Tom and Dustin have a 20-year age gap, but that hardly gets in the way of their happiness. They tied the knot in 2017.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson (44) & Justin Mikita (34) - A Real-Life "Modern Family"
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, best-known as Mitchell from Modern Family, married actor/producer Justin Mikita in 2013. The couple celebrated the 5th anniversary of their wedding with a 2018 trip to Miami beach. They shared a couple of pictures on Instagram with lots of heart emojis to register the occasion.
Back in 2012, one year before tying the knot, Jesse and Justin made a video campaign in support of marriage equality to announce their engagement. The two still don't have children, but they joked in a recent interview about having a big family and adopting at least 8 kids!
George Takei (82) & Brad Altman (65) - The Very First Same-Gender Couple to Get Married in West Hollywood
Star Trek actor George Takei and Brad Altman are one of the oldest and most-loved celebrity LGBT couples in the world. They got married in 2008, becoming the first same-gender couple to ever obtain a West Hollywood marriage license!
But Takei and Altman's love story started way back in the 80s, back when these two were running marathons together in the LA Frontrunners. Close to 3 decades after they first started dating, they are still as solid as a rock. To Be Takei, a 2014 documentary about George's life, takes a closer look at their relationship and proves Takei and Altman are meant to be together.
Lily Tomlin (80) & Jane Wagner (84) - Got Married After 42 Years Together
Now for something special, what about a 47-year love story? Actress/comedian Lily Tomlin met the love of her life, screenwriter Jane Wagner, back when she was looking for help to develop a Sesame Street character called Edith Ann. From that moment on, these two have been inseparable.
With over 4 decades of history, these two LGBT legends decided to tie the knot on the last day of 2013. The New Year's Eve ceremony celebrated the loving union of our ultimate same-gender celebrity couple who are now both in their 80s. Lily and Jane will most likely enjoy a well-deserved retirement together.
Neil Patrick Harris (46) & David Burtka (44) - Met in 2004 and Became Inseparable Ever Since
It took until 2006 for the world to find out something that now feels like a pretty obvious fact: Neil Patrick Harris likes men. At that time, the How I Met Your Mother star was already committed to a 2-year relationship with American actor and chef David Burtka.
As soon as the Marriage Equality Bill was passed by the New York State Senate, Harris and Burtka announced their engagement. Three years later, in 2014, they tied the knot in an intimate celebration that took place in Perugia, Italy. They're the fathers of two fraternal twins who were born in 2010 via surrogate.
Rufus Wainwright (46) & Jorn Weisbrodt (46) - Formed a 3-Parent Family With Leonard Cohen's Daughter
Notable singer Rufus Wainwright and German festival director Jorn Weisbrodt are one of the most solid same-gender celebrity couples in the world. The music-loving couple got married in a star-filled ceremony in 2012 after 5 years of dating. Fellow celebrities Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon, Leonard Cohen, Mark Ronson, and Lou Reed all made it to the guest list.
On that same day, Rufus and Jorn announced they were going to form a 3-parent family with Leonard Cohen's daughter, Lorca Cohen. Lorca gave birth to a beautiful baby girl called Viva Wainwright Cohen, who will be lucky enough to have the full attention of 2 daddies and 1 mommy.
Jane Lynch (59) & Lara Embry (50) - Divorced in 2014 With a $1.4 Million Settlement
If you think expensive divorce settlements are only accounted for men like Jeff Bezos, you need to take a closer look at Jane Lynch's divorce in 2014. The comedian/actress has been married to clinical psychologist Lara Embry since 2010. But 3 years into the marriage, they announced they were going to file for divorce.
With a 50-50 approach to their joint state, the divorce was amicable but also extremely expensive from Jane Lynch's point of view. Lara received a settlement of $1.4 million, but that wasn't all: she also got residual payments from Lynch's shows, their L.A. Yacht Club membership, and the custody of their dog, Francis.
Cat Cora (52) & Jennifer Cora (48) - Unable to Stay Friends After The End of a 17-Year Relationship
The American celebrity chef and Iron Chef star Cat Cora was used to enjoying the company of Jennifer Cora, her partner of 17 years. But in 2015, the couple decided to file for divorce, putting an end to one of the LGBT community's favorite celebrity partnerships. They already had 2 children at that time.
Sadly, these two were not able to reconcile following the divorce. In 2016, TMZ reported that Jennifer was bad-mouthing her ex-wife to mutual friends and, worst of all, to their kids. We hope these two can find a way to get along soon. Meanwhile, Cat has found love in Nicole Ehrlich, an American producer she married in 2018.
Kristen Stewart (29) & Stella Maxwell (29) - An On-and-off Love Story
Twilight star Kristen Stewart and Victoria's Secret model Stella Maxwell formed one of the cutest LGBT couples in Hollywood before breaking-up—again—in 2019. These two have shown time and time again that their love was never completely doomed since they always seem to find a way to get back together.
She once left Stella for another woman before (fashion blogger Sara Dinkin) only to get back to her arms in the following months. However, the Charlie's Angels star was recently seen in the company of screenwriter Dylan Meyer. Reports say that Stewart has revealed plans of marrying Meyer someday. Looks like there won't be another chance for these two anytime soon.
Sam Smith (27) & Brandon Flynn (26) - Broke up After 9 Months Together
The 9-month relationship between English singer Sam Smith and 13 Reasons Why star Brandon Flynn surely belongs to our list. Despite not being one of the longest LGBT celebrity love stories, theirs was one of the most popular in recent years. These two could hardly make a move without being followed by the paparazzi!
In 2018, Smith told the tabloids that, while he was sad about the relationship's end, he was still friends with Brandon and still believed in the power of love. For the fans, the break-up was certainly surprising since there have been talks that the two were already planning to tie the knot in Australia.
Queen Latifah (49) & Jeanette Jenkins (42) - Parted Ways After 8 Years Together
Another recent LGBT celebrity couple who was not able to make it to the wedding altar, actress Queen Latifah and personal trainer Jeanette Jenkins broke up in 2014 after an 8-year relationship. One of the main causes behind the break-up was Eboni Nichols, the choreographer whom Queen Latifah's currently dating.
According to celebrity news, Latifah was naughtily enjoying Eboni's company while still dating Jeanette. Once the two became officially separated, it was Jeanette's turn to cause a tabloid frenzy. In 2014, she was seen in the company of a new lover, who happened to be a much-younger... man! Not the most expected outcome.
Anderson Cooper (52) & Benjamin Maisani (46) - Still Friends After Splitting in 2018
For 9 years, notable LGBT activist and news anchor Anderson Cooper was committed to Benjamin Maisani, a night club owner who is originally from France. These two enjoyed a very solid relationship. Even after splitting in 2018, they continue to be seen together and have remained best friends.
Like most things in Cooper's life, his break-up with Maisani was dealt with in a gentleman's way. Still, he has quickly found a new love in radio host Dallas Victor Lopez. Cooper and Dallas have a 17-year age difference and, judging by Dallas' Instagram account, love to spend time together in New Orleans.
Robin Roberts (58) & Amber Laign (44) - Out of The Closet Since 2013, Side By Side Since 2005
Robin Roberts, the anchor of ABC's Good Morning America, has only come out of the closet in 2013. At that time, she was already a major figure in American television, was trying to overcome some complicated health issues, and was dating her long-time girlfriend, Amber Laign.
Not all celebrity LGBT couples were made to last, but there's no doubt Robin and Amber look perfect together. They have been side by side since 2005, and we're all still waiting for the day they finally announce their engagement. For now, the two have been enjoying their never-ending love with a trip to Key West, as seen in Robin's Instagram account.
Sean Hayes (49) & Scott Icenogle (50) - Met While Working Together in Will & Grace
Will & Grace actor Sean Hayes dated music composer Scott Icenogle for 8 years before finally deciding to tie the knot. The celebrity LGBT couple got married in 2014 and announced the union through a Facebook post. Reportedly, the ceremony was a super-secret event for close family and friends.
Ever since becoming husband and husband, Hayes and Icenogle have continued being one of the cutest same-gender couples in Hollywood. In 2020, Hayes will be acting in a Three Stooges sequel, while Icenogle will be working on the soundtrack for the upcoming film Lazy Susan.
Samira Wiley (32) & Lauren Morelli (37) - Met on The Set of Orange Is the New Black
The LGBT community has yet another reason for loving the Netflix show Orange Is the New Black. Actress Samira Wiley and writer Lauren Morelli met while shooting the series and have since been one of the proudest same-gender celebrity couples out there.
These two lovebirds tied the knot in a 2017 wedding ceremony and are still strongly in love. Lauren once said during a Cosmopolitan interview in 2019 that Samira made her feel like she was 13 years old and discovering love again. She also revealed that she doesn't regret not coming out of the closet during her youth.
Chely Wright (49) & Lauren Blitzer (38) - Changing The Country Music Paradigm Since 2010
The country music scene is not particularly popular amongst the LGBT community, and there's a good reason for it: some country fans are still not that open to same-gender relationships. In 2010, singer Chely Wright made headlines by being the first female Country musician to publicly come out of the closet.
One year later, Chely got married to Lauren Blitzer, a much-younger Sony Music director of marketing, and the two have now been happily together for close to 9 years. In 2013, the Blitzer-Wright family welcomed a very special new addition: two identical twin brothers, George Samuel and Everett Joseph.
Sara Gilbert (44) & Linda Perry (54) - Happily Married Since 2014
In 2019, Sara Gilbert announced she was going to leave the show The Talk. Her goal? To spend more time with her family, especially with her small child Rhodes and beautiful wife, musician Linda Perry. The stylish LGBT couple got married in 2014, in a strictly vegan ceremony that saw the presence of some notable '80s singers like Terri Nunn from the band Berlin.
Gilbert, who became popular for her roles in the shows Roseanne and The Big Bang Theory, has two other children from a previous marriage to television producer Ali Adler. She and Adler are parents to Sawyer and Levi Hank.
Lena Waithe (35) & Alana Mayo (34) - Met While Working Together on Master of None
Shortly after becoming the first black comedy writer to win an Emmy, Lena Waithe has revealed that she is planning to marry her long-time girlfriend, Outlier Society's head of production Alana Mayo. But for now, their main goal is to avoid stressful situations normally associated with planning a wedding.
According to Waithe, the upcoming wedding ceremony will be as small as possible, with her main focus being on having a good time and relaxing with friends and family. So if you thought every LGBT celebrity wedding had to be eccentric and flamboyant, we guess you were not taking Lena and Alana into account.
Troye Sivan (24) & Jacob Bixenman (24) - Two Young Lovers Who Seem Made To Last
Famous singer/YouTuber Troye Sivan and professional model Jacob Bixenman make up one of the youngest LGBT couples on the list—and one that's highly likely to make most teenage girls feel sad. After all, Troye and Jacob are two extremely good-looking young men; but that hasn't kept them from staying faithful to one another for over 3 years now.
Working as a guest judge in RuPaul's Drag Race, Sivan celebrated the 3rd anniversary of his relationship with Jacob with an Instagram post. The YOUTH singer is on his way to becoming a social media legend, counting over 7 million followers on YouTube and close to 11 million followers on Instagram.
Colton Haynes (31) & Jeff Leatham (48) - A Promising Love Story That Lasted Only 6 Months
Back in March 2017, Teen Wolf actor Colton Haynes announced on his Instagram account that he was prepared to marry floral designer Jeff Leatham. Colton's fans got predictably excited, and the wedding ceremony took place only a few months after. Unsurprisingly, the party was heavily decorated with some of Leatham's most ambitious floral arrangements.
But flowers wither, and so did Colton and Leatham's love story. After only 6 months, the couple filed for divorce. They even gave it a second try, but irreconcilable differences between the two were far too significant; the couple ended up parting ways in 2018.
Matt Bomer (42) & Simon Halls (55) - Got Married in Secret in 2011
Actor Matt Bomer, who's known for movies like Magic Mike and TV shows like White Collar and American Horror Story, said in a recent interview that he "married up". In 2011, he secretly tied the knot with his longtime partner, the wealthy Hollywood publicist Simon Halls. They have been enjoying each other's company ever since, although the wedding was only confirmed in 2014.
Barry Manilow (76) & Garry Kief (71) - Came Out of The Closet After 39 Years Together
It might be hard to imagine this scenario in 2019, but singer/composer Barry Manilow remained hidden in the closet until not long ago. At the time of his coming-out, he was not only over 70 but he was also already married to a man for over 3 years!
He tied the knot with his agent, Garry Kief, in 2014, but the two were already in a secret relationship for close to 40 years at that time! It might not surprise you to find out that Manilow was previously engaged to a woman named Susan Deixler, but their marriage didn't last long.
Matt Dallas (37) & Blue Hamilton (39) - Adopted a Baby Boy in 2015 Shortly After Tying The Knot
In 2015, Kyle XY actor Mark Dallas shared a photo on Instagram of him and musician Blue Hamilton holding up their marriage certificate. After dating for 6 years, the duo decided to officialize their love with a city hall ceremony. A few months after tying the knot, Mark and Blue proudly announced the adoption of their first child, Crow.
In a HuffPost article, the couple opened up about moving from Los Angeles to Phoenix to raise a happy family. Crow was the inspiration behind the move. Ever since they became a family of 3, Dallas and Blue have been sharing some snippets of their private life on their YouTube channel.
Daniel Franzese (41) & Joseph Bradley Phillips (Undisclosed Age) - Split Up After a 2-Year Engagement
In 2016, the hilarious Mean Girls actor Daniel Franzese was enjoying life alongside his longtime boyfriend, Joseph Bradley Philips, when he announced on Instagram that they were preparing to get married. The ceremony ended up being delayed for several months, and Joseph and Daniel eventually parted ways after two years of engagement.
In 2018, Franzese announced that he was splitting from Joseph, believing it was best if the two continued their life journeys solely as friends. Through an article posted on the Daily Mail, Franzese thanked all the support coming from friends and family and wished Joseph the best possible luck for his life in the future.
Abby Wambach (40) & Glennon Doyle Melton (43) - Met Right After Abby's DUI
Former female football player Abby Wambach was not in a good place back when she met Glennon Doyle Melton. After getting a DUI in 2016, she found herself in an all-time life low, and the experience allowed her to open herself to new people.
Working mainly as an author and Christian blogger, Melton's wedding with Abby in 2017 was surprising for everyone; but these two have a way of getting along and have been sharing a passionate relationship for over 3 years now. Before meeting Glennon, Abby was married to her fellow female soccer player, Sarah Huffman.
Melissa Etheridge (58) & Linda Wallem (58) - Happily Together Since 2014
While some celebrities only come out after becoming famous, Melissa Etheridge did it right before releasing her debut album 26 years ago, which is appropriately entitled Yes I Am. She has been married to actress Linda Wallem since 2014, after divorcing Popular actress Tammy Lynn Michaels.
An advocate for LGBT rights since her youth days, Melissa has found in Linda the love she's been searching for her whole life. These two are now living happily together for 5 years now. Etheridge has told The New York Post that she's been very happy ever since coming out and that she works every day to inspire other women to feel confident about themselves.
Kim Catullo (Undisclosed Age) & Christine Quinn (53) - Fighting Together For LGBT Rights
Christine Quinn is the most notable American politician fighting for LGBT rights. A Democrat, she served as New York City's Counsel speaker and was the first woman to hold the position. In 2012, Christine married lawyer Kim Catullo, as she was planning to make a run for the position of New York City mayor.
Christine's big political dream never developed as expected, but she found more than a companion for life. Together, these two often take part in LGBT rallies and are always busy defending the rights of the community.
Lee Daniels (59) & Jahil Fisher (37) - A Loving and Inseparable LGBT Couple
In a recent interview, movie producer Lee Daniels stated that the first thing he noticed about boyfriend Jalil Fisher was his voice. The attraction between the two was immediate, and these two are close to hitting a 10-year landmark in their relationship.
Daniels has confessed that he is very protective of Jalil, who's often snubbed in public by people trying to reach out to him. According to the producer, Jalil can feel very sad whenever the two were apart for weeks. For that reason, Daniels has stated that he will not be working in any movies outside of New York so that he can be close to his lover.
Julie Mehretu (50) & Jessica Rankin (49) - Met in a Bar in 2000
Plastic artists Jessica Rankin and Julie Mehretu have a lot in common—not only their job but also their romantic preferences. They met in a bar in 2000 and quickly realized they had a special connection. Eleven years after, they decided to take their relationship to a new level by having two children.
At that time, the artists have pointed out during an interview that they felt completely drawn to one another and that they were even planning on adding more kids to the family. These two have so many things in common that it's easy to see why they make such a perfect couple!
Jonathan Bennett (39) & Jaymes Vaughan (37) - "Instagram Official" Since 2017
In a 2019 interview, actor Jonathan Bennett stated that he and his boyfriend, Jaymes Vaughan, have been "Instagram official" since 2017. While this just means that they are open about their relationship in social media, these two have been living happily together for over 2 years now. It's highly likely their relationship will step into something more serious than "Instagram official" very soon.
Vaughan works as a reality TV star, having taken part in The Wendy Williams Show, The Talk, and The Amazing Race. A closeted public figure for a significant part of his career, Mean Girls actor Jonathan Bennett came out around 2009.
Jim Parsons (47) & Todd Spiewak (43) - Met Through a Blind Date
Blind dates don't often work. But sometimes, a blind date is just the thing you need. The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons decided to take a shot on Todd Spiewak in 2012, and he's certainly not regretful. Seven years later, Parsons and Spiewak are husband and husband and one of the best-known Hollywood LGBT couples.
The couple went public in 2013 and announced they were preparing to get married five years after. They tied the knot in a beautiful New York City ceremony in the Rainbow Room. Before the wedding, Parsons has mentioned Spiewak in his numerous Emmy acceptance speeches.
Heather Matarazzo (37) & Heather Turman (33) - The Two Heathers Are Preparing to Get Married
In 2016, actresses Heather Matarazzo and Heather Turman met while working together. Two years later, in January 2018, they have announced they're planning to get married. The two Heathers are preparing to tie the knot and we have no doubt they will be one of the best-looking LGBT celebrity couples out there!
Turman works as a comedian and has appeared in movies such as La La Land and Stuck. Matarazzo, on the other hand, became famous after the release of the 1995 movie Welcome to the Dollhouse and has since then taken part in numerous productions such as Saved!, Hostel: Part II, and The Princess Diaries.
Lance Bass (41) & Michael Turchin (33) - The First Same-Gender Couple To Get Married on TV
Formerly known as part of the '90s boyband NSYNC, Lance Bass came out in 2006. Five years later, he met the man of his dreams, the painter Michael Turchin. These two hit it off immediately. After only 3 years of dating, they decided to tie the knot in a special cable TV broadcast - Lance Loves Michael: The Lance Bass Wedding.
The event took place at the Park Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles with lots of famous faces who attended the 2014 ceremony. Amongst the guests, it was possible to find celebrities such as AJ McLane, Kris Jenner, Carmen Electra, and former NSYNC members like Joey Fatone and Chris Kirkpatrick.
Dot-Marie Jones (56) & Bridgett Casteen (47) - Got Engaged at Disneyland
During a Disneyland event that attracted over 30 thousand LGBT visitors, Glee actress Dot-Marie Jones proposed to her longtime girlfriend Bridgett Casteen. On the same day, they shared the news via Twitter. In 2013, the loving couple tied the knot, and they have continued to live happily together ever since.
The wedding was very special: the two invited friends and family to what was initially thought to be a regular house party. The guests were pleasantly surprised to find out that the event turned out to be a wedding in which the LGBT couple celebrated the officialization of their long-lasting love.
Michael Kors (60) & Lance Lepere (49) - Met As Boss And Intern
Notable fashion designer and former Project Runway judge Michael Kors met Lance Lepere back when he was just another intern who joined his company in 1990. Kors quickly realized there was something special about his new employee. They eventually fell for one another during a business trip to Paris.
In 2011, Kors and Lepere tied the knot in a Southampton, New York wedding ceremony. The private party took place on Dune Beach, and, according to Kors, the two exchanged vows while standing barefoot on the sand. They have been together ever since and are now one of the most fashionable LGBT celebrity couples in the world.
RuPaul (58) & Georges LeBar (46) - Met On The Dance Floor of Limelight
Back in 1994, RuPaul felt fascinated by the dance moves of a young man taking away the spotlight on the dance floor of the popular Limelight night club in New York. He decided to join in on the action, and that's how he met Georges LeBar, his current partner of 25 years!
Nowadays, RuPaul is probably the most flamboyant and popular celebrity in the LGBT community thanks to his massively successful reality show RuPaul's Drag Race. In 2017, he announced on Hollywood Today Live that he had married Georges in a private ceremony. In 2019, VH1 confirmed that the 12th season of RuPaul's Drag Race will be premiering in 2020.
Cherry Jones (62) & Sophie Huber (48) - A Charming Couple Married Since 2015
Notable theatre actress Cherry Jones was in a relationship with actress Sarah Paulson for years before they split up in 2009. Now, she has found love in the arms of the beautiful filmmaker/actress Sophie Huber. Sophie, who is originally from Switzerland, met Cherry in 2008 and the two started dating 3 years after.
Cherry and Sophie finally got married in 2015 and have been living happily together ever since. Sophie's latest work is the documentary titled Blue Note Records: Beyond the Note, while Cherry is getting ready for the upcoming movie The Eyes of Tammy Feye and the TV show Defending Jacob.
Matt and Simon make up one of the most stable and loving same-gender celebrity couples in Hollywood, but they hardly have downtime. With 3 children—Henry, Walker, and Kit, these two have their hands full every day, trying to keep up with prepping lunches and driving the kids to school on time.
Elton John (72) & David Furnish (57) - Met At a Windsor Dinner Party
Arguably the most famous same-gender couple in the world, musician Elton John and producer David Furnish met at a Windsor dinner party in 1993. They connected immediately to form one of the most admired celebrity couples of the United Kingdom.
Same-gender marriage became legal in Ol' Britain in 2014, and these two finally had the opportunity to tie the knot. Although John was not open to having kids at first, the couple ended up having two sons via surrogate: Zachary and Elijah. They have been living together as a couple since 2005.
Cara Delevingne (27) & Ashley Benson (29) - Reportedly Got Married in a Las Vegas Chapel
Continuing with the steamiest LGBT couples, it's now time to take a look at another beautiful couple: Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson. Before falling in love with the Pretty Little Liars star, Cara dated actress Michelle Rodríguez and American musician St. Vincent. However, her relationship with Ashley seems to be way more serious.
In 2019, celebrity news said that Cara and Ashley got married in a Las Vegas ceremony. However, it was later reported that a source has told E! News that the Her Smell co-stars are not legally married. The same source also revealed that they instead had a "friendship ceremony", which was officiated by an Elvis impersonator.
Ricky Martin (47) & Jwan Yosef (35) - Met After 6 Months of Instagram Correspondence
Latin pop singer Ricky Martin knows all about staying in the closet: the Livin' La Vida Loca singer only came out in 2010 after over a decade of hiding his true self from the public. Fortunately, he is now publicly invested in a same-gender marriage with Jwan Yosef, a painter and visual artist he met on Instagram.
Ricky and Jwan are one of the hunkiest celebrity couples on our list, and we guess they make a lot of straight women feel very jealous. It took 6 months of online correspondence for these two to finally meet in the flesh. But as soon as they got together, they became inseparable.
Jodie Foster (56) & Alexandra Hedison (50) - Married in 2014 After Only One Year of Dating
In 2014, actress Jodie Foster and The L Word star Alexandra Hedison publicly announced their engagement. At that time, they were both going through break-ups: Jodie left her girlfriend of 20 years, Cydney Bernard, while Alexandra quit a 3-year love story with Ellen DeGeneres, who had just met Portia De Rossi at the time.
It took only one year of dating for these two to realize they were meant to be together. In 2013, Foster came out during a now-famous Golden Globes acceptance speech, in which she expressed gratitude for her former partner Cydney, with whom she shares two children—Kit and Charles Bernard Foster.