Why do some celebrity couples end up as a train wreck, while others seem to withstand the test of time? Different strategies work for different power couples. For some, private time is the glue that cements them. For others, it’s a conscious decision to put marriage and family before work or making time for grand romantic gestures.
Check out what works for these four celebrity pairs:
Rob Pattinson and Kristen Stewart. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Twilight actors and real-life lovebirds Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson spent the night dancing at a Friday/Saturday pre-Oscar bash at the Chateau Marmont in Hollywood, reports UsMagazine.com. A source revealed that Stewart and Pattinson “were dancing the whole time. They definitely kissed a few times.” Also on the dance floor were Hayden Panettiere, Miley Cyrus, Ryan Gosling, Scarlett Johansson, Halle Berry, and Natalie Portman, to name a few.
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Jon Gosselin and Kate Gosselin. Photos: PRN / PR Photos; Glenn Harris / PR Photos
Reality stars Jon and Kate Gosselin are not getting back together, reports People. The pair have been the at the center of tabloid gossip recently, and though rumors suggest the two are back together, sources close to the former couple disagree. “There is absolutely no chance of a reconciliation. They remain civil for the sake of the kids, but that’s it,” said a source close to Kate Gosselin. “It’s frustrating for Kate that people keep making up stories. They have both moved on. Obviously he is the father of her children and that won’t change, but she is feeling very happy about her decisions and situation”
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Taylor Swift and Chord Overstreet. Photo: Glenn Harris / PR Photos; Andrew Evans / PR Photos
It looks like Taylor Swift has moved on from Jake Gyllenhaal. According to UsMagazine.com, the country singer was spotted at Thursday’s L.A. Kings game with Glee‘s Chord Overstreet. An Overstreet source said he called Swift up Wednesday to talk about writing a song together and following the game, the duo went out for food. “He will definitely pursue this,” Overstreet’s friend said. This isn’t Swift’s first date with a cast member of Glee; she was previously with Cory Monteith, who plays Overstreet’s romantic rival.
Academy Award winner Natalie Portman is admired by many for her phenomenal acting in Black Swan, but her friend and co-star, Greta Gerwig, who co-starred with Portman in No Strings Attached, is praising her for another reason. “I think if everything else she does in her life is an indication of what a great mom she’ll make, she’s going to be the best mom in the world,” Gerwig told People Saturday at the Film Independent’s Spirit Awards. “She’s a lovely girl to pal around with. It’s been really great to know her.” Gerwig was nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards against Portman, and although she knew her odds of winning were slim, she was thrilled with her nomination.
How do you know if your partner will make a good parent?
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson. Photo: DMac/Flynetpictures.com
Although it seems that Jessica Simpson has been more consistent with her gym regimen in anticipation of her wedding to Eric Johnson, Simpson denies the allegations, according to UsMagazine.com. “Yes, I am working out, but why is that worth any sorta press? I always take care of myself,” Simpson wrote on her Twitter page Thursday, adding, “Eric and I could get married right now in sweats!”
Following her release from rehab, Demi Lovato has relapsed on an old relationship. The 18-year-old Disney star was caught with her ex-boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama, according to UsMagazine.com. The couple has supposedly been dating since Lovato’s split from Joe Jonas. Lovato checked into rehab back in November after pulling out of the Camp Rock 2 Tour with the Jonas Brothers to “seek medical treatment for emotional and physical issues.” Reports say she has had past issues with weight management and self-mutilation.
Rihanna and Ryan Phillippe. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos; Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Who’s the hot new couple in Hollywood? Apparently Ryan Phillipe and Rihanna have been hooking up and are keeping it on the down-low. According to UsMagazine.com, the pair started getting together when their previous relationships were coming to a close. A source close to Rihanna says, “They initially hooked up when things were strained with [Rihanna’s ex] Matt Kemp back in early December. As for Phillipe, “his three-month, nonexclusive romance with Amanda Seyfried had recently fizzled.”
Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo. Photo: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos
Letting your partner go to Sin City without you is one thing, but letting him go with a bunch of supermodels seems a bit risky. Apparently Vanessa Minnillo doesn’t think so! Minnillo recently let future hubby Nick Lachey go to Las Vegas alone Thursday to host a Sports Illustrated swim party while she stayed behind for auditions. Talk about a cool fiance. Even though Vanessa wasn’t on Vanity nightclub’s list that night, she was on Lachey’s mind. “She looks as good if not better than any of the models you see behind me in a swimsuit,” he told E! Online. And as far as the wedding plans go, Lachey assures us that they’re “getting there slowly but surely…we’re inching our way along.”
Is it OK for your partner to go on a wild trip without you?
Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. Photo: Fame Pictures
Vicky Christina Barcelona stars and now-spouses Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem found themselves with some free time last week, reports People. The couple, who just had their first child together, were able to get away for a romantic dinner in London at Gordon Ramsay. Onlookers say the two couldn’t keep their hands off of each other and that they were looking very cozy.
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Jesse James and Sandra Bullock. Photo: ME/Flynetpictures.com
Jesse James has been part of quite a lot of controversy in Hollywood over the past year. Sandra Bullock’s ex was the center of a cheating scandal, and then shocked us once again with a surprise engagement to tattoo artist Kat Von D. Now, James has signed a book deal with Simon & Schuster’s Gallery Books, reports E! Online. The book will include details about James’ marriage to Sandra Bullock, and will also contain information on James’ engagement to Kat Von D. There is no set release date as of yet, but Simon & Schuster’s Gallery Books appears to be looking at a release date later this year.
Mary-Kate Olsen is in a new relationship with shoe designer Seth Campbell, according toUsMagazine.com. The two have been spotted at multiple New York City hotspots including celebrating a mutual friend’s birthday together at NYC’s Lavo. “They’ve been able to have a few dates on the down low. He’s a downtown kind of guy, likes to party every now and then,” said a source close to the couple.
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Ashley Greene and Joe Jonas. Photos: PRN / PR Photos; Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Twilight star Ashley Greene had much to celebrate this past weekend. The actress rang in her 24th year by celebrating in Sin City with rockstar boyfriend, Joe Jonas, People reports. Jonas gifted Greene with a Chanel bracelet, accidently crediting the jewelry as a token from Coach. Greene adores her new jewelry. “Coach, Chanel, [it] makes no difference to him … [But] I absolutely love it because he knows what I like,” said Greene. But besides birthday jewels, Greene credits her favorite gift as, “having my best friends fly in to celebrate with me.”
What are some ways to decide what gift to give your partner?
Eduardo Cruz and Eva Longoria. Photo: Gangster#1/Silvano/Flynetpictures.com
By Kelly Seal
When someone leaves us broken-hearted, our natural reaction is to find love again as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, healing a broken heart takes time and patience. It’s necessary to spend some time alone so you can build your own strength and move on to a happier, healthier relationship in the future.
Like us, many celebrities move from one relationship to the next, hoping that this will ease their pain and help make the transition easier. Eva Longoria started dating Penelope Cruz’s brother Eduardo shortly after her split with Tony Parker. Jake Gyllenhaal quickly started dating after breaking up with Reese Witherspoon, leaving a trail of girlfriends behind including Taylor Swift, Carey Mulligan and Jennifer Aniston. While romance creates a sense of happiness and excitement for a brief time, eventually old pain can start to resurface.
Paris Hilton and Cy Waits. Photo: Janet Mayer / PR Photos
Paris Hilton and boyfriend Cy Waits may soon be getting engaged, reports People. The couple were spotted shopping at Jacob & Co. jewelry store in New York City on Friday. “They shopped for engagement rings,” says a source. “They were really cute together. Paris was making comments about the rings and joking that her ring has to be at least 24 carats.” While the pair did not leave the store with an engagement ring, Hilton did “[walk] out sporting a $25,000 white gold and black diamond ring.” Hilton’s rep later revealed, “The couple were shopping in New York looking for something special for Paris’s 30th Birthday.”
How can you tell when your mate is about to propose?
Dianna Agron and Alex Pettyfer. Photo: Paul J. Froggatt/FAMEFLYNET
It’s another messy Hollywood breakup. Sources are saying that Glee star Dianna Agron is “terrified” of her “psycho” ex-boyfriend, Alex Pettyfer, according to E! Online. News that the couple, who were dating for less than a year, called it quits broke last week. Friends of Pettyfer calls the reports “absolute nonsense,” and a source close to Agron says, “Things have definitely been intense, and Alex certainly can have quite the temper, but I don’t think she’s ‘terrified’ of him.”
Brody Jenner and Avril Lavigne. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Has the heartbreaker we loved to watch on The Hills finally found his dream girl? If you ask Brody Jenner’s mom, Linda Thompson, Avril Lavigne might be the one that sticks around in her son’s life. According to E! Online, when Thompson was asked if she thought the two would be together forever, she said, “I actually do yeah.” What makes the pair so perfect for each other? “They have the same sense of humor,” Thompson said. “They both love to laugh and have fun. They both have a little streak of irreverence which is pretty delightful and a lot of fun to be with.”
Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman. Photo: Fame Pictures
Fame and fortune will not keep you from the hardships of living in the same place as your ex after a breakup. After all, relationships end easier than leases or mortgages. Christina Aguilera’s living situation has been uncomfortable, due to her ex-husband Jordan Bratman living under the same roof as her and her new man, Matt Rutler. According to E! Online, Jordan Bratman has finally moved out. As Xtina’s ex now sits in a snazzy bachelor pad, Matt Rutler’s 2011 Ford Mustang GT still sits in the singer’s driveway.
Former American Idol Season 8 contestant Scott MacIntyre has found “the one.” MacIntyre and his fiancée, Christina Teich, plan to wed later this year, the singer’s rep confirmed to UsMagazine.com. The couple will make their first public appearance at the Season 10 American Idol Top 24 party, which will be held February 24 in Hollywood.
Dianna Agron and Alex Pettyfer. Photo: Paul J. Froggatt/FAMEFLYNET
Dianna Agron is now single following her recent break-up with Alex Pettyfer, according to UsMagazine.com. The duo’s split became official following Agron moving out of their shared home last week. The couple, who were set up by director D.J. Caruso while filming the movie I am Number Four, recently avoided speculations about an engagement being in the near future. They only dated for less than a year.
Who should move out of your shared home after a split?
Jesse James and Kat Von D. Photo: Emiley Schweich / PR Photos
By Yolanda Shoshana, Luscious Lifestyle Diva
Biker boy and ex-husband to America’s sweetheart, Jesse James recently declared that 2010 was the best year of his life. That declaration definitely made some people raise an eyebrow or two. Since when does a messy divorce and the possibility of losing your child constitute the time of one’s life? But according to James, it all led to him finding love with Kat Von D. When he announced his engagement to Von D, people said they are perfect for each other, which was not necessarily a compliment in their case. That said, there’s no doubt that the law of attraction was working its magic when the two of them met.
Simply speaking, the law of attraction is when “like” attracts “like.” Take a look at Jesse James and Sandra Bullock’s different places in life. Clearly, they had perspectives and ideals that simply didn’t match, whereas James and Von D are on the same page.
Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz. Photo: Fame Pictures
While Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz’s divorce announcement on February 9th may seem to have come out of the blue, UsMagazine.com reports that the couple “have been talking about splitting up forever.” The couple, who share son Bronx, 2, cited no reason for the divorce, but an insider feels that Simpson’s late-night partying played a large role in the split. Simpson frequently spent her time with a crew of pro skateboarders in San Clemente, California, and would often not return home until sunrise. Sources say that Wentz “started getting burnt out” by Simpson’s behavior and “would constantly check in on Ashlee, and he’d have his friends call the house and her cell to make sure she said she was where she said she was going to be….He felt like he couldn’t trust her.”
What are some ways to know your partner is trustworthy?
Jessica Alba and Cash Warren. Photo: MAC/Fame Pictures
Jessica Alba and husband Cash Warren are adding one more to their brood, according to UsMagazine.com, and Alba took to Facebook to let her fans in on the good news. “Honor is going to be a Big Sister!” the actress wrote. “Cash and I are thrilled and wanted to share the news directly with you so you didn’t hear about it somewhere else.” Alba, 29, and Warren, 32, already have a two year-old daughter, Honor. The soon-to-be mother of two added, “I appreciated all of the love and support you all gave me during my first pregnancy and will definitely appreciate it again this time around.”
'Jersey Shore' star Angelina Pivarnick is engaged. Photo: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos
Let’s do a fist pump for a Jersey Shore engagement! Angela Pivarnick is officially engaged, following her boyfriend David Kovac’s very public proposal on the red carpet outside of STYLE360 Sachika’s fashion show Wednesday. “She was completely surprised [and said], ‘Are you serious?’ She looked really happy and shocked,” an onlooker told People.