Hollywood is known for its fairy-tale romances, and sometimes, the magic between co-stars on-screen sparks a real-life connection that leads to marriage. Some of the most beloved couples met while working together, from blockbuster films to popular TV shows. Here are 10 iconic Hollywood couples who got engaged after meeting on set, including some of the biggest names in entertainment like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield and now, Zendaya and Tom Holland.
1. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie ( Mr. & Mrs. Smith in 2005)
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s love story captivated the world when they met on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith. While filming their action-packed movie about a married couple who are both spies, the chemistry between the two was undeniable. Though Brad was married to Jennifer Aniston at the time, rumors of an affair surfaced. Brad and Angelina soon became one of Hollywood’s most famous couples, later adopting children from around the world and giving birth to biological children together. They got engaged in 2012, and in 2014, they married in a private ceremony. Sadly, their marriage ended in divorce in 2016.
2. Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield (The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
Another Spider-Man couple, Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield met while filming The Amazing Spider-Man. Their on-screen chemistry was palpable, and it quickly translated into a real-life romance. The two were known for being down-to-earth and low-key, often spotted at events together but rarely making public declarations about their relationship. Though they never officially got engaged, they were together for several years before breaking up in 2015.
3. Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth (The Last Song (2010)
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth’s romance blossomed on the set of The Last Song; a romantic drama based on a Nicholas Sparks novel. They played a young couple, and their connection on screen turned into a whirlwind real-life romance. After several years of dating and a brief split, they got engaged in 2012. However, their engagement was called off in 2013, only to be rekindled in 2016. They married in December 2018, but the couple sadly separated in 2019.
4. Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively (Green Lantern (2011)
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are one of Hollywood’s most beloved power couples. They met while filming Green Lantern, where Blake played the love interest of Ryan’s character. Although they both had relationships before (Ryan with Scarlett Johansson and Blake with Leonardo DiCaprio), their connection grew as they worked together. They got engaged in 2012 and married in a secret ceremony later that year. The couple now has several children together.
5. Chris Pratt and Anna Faris (Take Me Home Tonight (2011)
Chris Pratt and Anna Faris met on the set of Take Me Home Tonight in 2007. Their relationship quickly turned romantic, and after several years of dating, they got engaged in 2008 and married in 2009. The couple became one of Hollywood’s most charming duos, known for their humor and playful nature. They had a son together, Jack, but sadly announced their separation in 2017.
6. Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson (Volunteers (1985)
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson’s love story began on the set of Bosom Buddies (1981), but it wasn’t until they worked together on Volunteers (1985) that they became romantically involved and later got married in 1988
7. Jessica Biel & Justin Timberlake (Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning (2004)
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake first crossed paths while filming Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning (2004), although they were not romantic then. Their relationship blossomed over the years, and they became engaged in 2011, marrying the following year.
8. Evan Peters and Emma Roberts (American Horror Story (2012)
Evan Peters and Emma Roberts met while filming the first season of American Horror Story, where their characters had an intense and dark relationship. Their on-screen connection turned into an off-screen romance, though it was full of ups and downs. The couple got engaged in 2014 but eventually split in 2019. Despite their breakup, the two have remained close friends, and their work together on American Horror Story is still celebrated.
9. Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons (Fargo (2015)
Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons met while working on the second season of the hit show Fargo. Their relationship developed naturally on set, and the two began dating shortly after filming. The couple got engaged in 2017 and had a son together in 2018. Their charming and down-to-earth relationship has captured the hearts of fans, and they have been one of the most grounded couples in Hollywood, away from the spotlight.
10. Kit Harington and Rose Leslie (Game of Thrones (2012–2014)
Kit Harington and Rose Leslie’s romance is the stuff of Game of Thrones legend. The pair met while working on the show, where Kit played Jon Snow and Rose portrayed Ygritte. Their love story, which was full of drama and passion, transferred into real life. They began dating in 2012 and got engaged in 2017. They married in 2018 in a beautiful Scottish ceremony surrounded by family and friends.
