Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Dr. Beth Gineris
In order to create successful partnerships in our lives, we must learn to shift thinking from an independent state (me) to a mutually interdependent state (we). Our mindset becomes both caring and supportive, rather than self focused. Here are some details of the two different relationship styles:
Katy Perry and John Mayer. Photo: Teach/FAMEFLYNET
By Jessica Conigliaro
This Valentine’s Day, singer-songwriter John Mayer showed girlfriend Katy Perry just how much he cared for her. The couple was seen leaving Vincenti, an Italian restaurant in Los Angeles Thursday night. Perry left wearing a red heart shaped ruby on her ring finger, People reports. Although it has not been confirmed to be an engagement ring, Mayer certainly went out of his way to make her feel special that night.
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Katy Perry and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Andrea Surujnauth
Katy Perry and Rihanna became close friends during last year’s Grammy Awards. Now it seems as though their friendship is suffering due to Rihanna and Chris Brown rekindling their love or one another. An insider told UsMagazine.com, “They aren’t tight anymore because Katy doesn’t approve of Rihanna dating Chris Brown.” Instead of hanging out together during this year’s Grammy Awards, Perry and Rihanna were seen sitting in different areas of the audience, Perry with John Mayer and Rihanna with Chris Brown.
What do you do if getting back with an ex is controversial with your friends and family?
Katy Perry and John Mayer. Photo: Izumi Hasegawa / PR Photos; Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Jessica Conigliaro
John Mayer is well known for getting involved in high profile relationships–so often that we are left wondering how meaningful these celebrity women are to him. Mayer recently started dating pop singer Katy Perry; his feelings seem to be more believable this time around, according to People. Mayer said, “I don’t feel like I’m in a celebrity relationship…for me it feels like something that’s very human.” When a relationship feels right, the topic of tying the knot tends to come up; when asked if he would ever get married, Mayer responded, “Of course!”
Katy Perry and Russell Brand. Photo: Gangster#1/Flynetpictures.com
By Andrea Surujnauth
Russell Brand and Katy Perry have been divorced for about seven months now and according to UsMagazine.com, Brand says that he has moved on. He was on Howard Stern’s Sirius XM radio show on February 4th and Stern got him to open up about his feelings on the divorce. Stern asked Brand how felt about his ex-wife dating John Mayer. “What do you make of your ex-wife dating John Mayer?” Stern asked. “Doesn’t she know that he’s a worse womanizer than you?” Brand jokingly replied, “Worse or better, depending on how you view it.” But on a serious note, Brand spoke highly of his ex. He claims he has nothing bad to say about Perry or her new boyfriend, who she has been dating since July 2012. Despite Stern trying to dig a little deeper, Brand continued to claim that his ex-wife was perfect from top to bottom. He also admits that he is single at the moment and although he would love to have a wife and start a family, he is focusing on himself for now.
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According to UsMagazine.com, John Mayer said, “I’m happy in all aspects of my life. I’m very happy in all aspects of my life.” Mayer and Katy Perry have been a couple since June of this year. Although they went through a brief break, they have been going strong for a couple months now. The loving pair can be seen spending their weekends together as reported by EOnline.com.
When Hollywood sex symbol Marilyn Monroe died she had only been married to Joe Dimaggio for nine months. Despite a tragically short romance, the baseball legend put in a standing order for long-stemmed roses to be delivered to Monroe’s grave three times a week for the next 20 years. The flame of romance continues to burn among the celebrity twosomes nowadays. On-screen or off, many stars continue to enthrall us with gestures of love. Over 24 million of us tuned in to watch Will and Kate’s first kiss as prince and princess. There’s still passion in the hearts of the rich and famous. Sometimes it makes our eyes water, and sometimes it’s so cheesy we want to throw up, but we’re definitely interested:
Katy Perry and John Mayer. Photo: Teach/FAMEFLYNET
By Jessica Simpson
It looks like things between Katy Perry and John Mayer are turning serious! Though the two have only been dating for a few months, they reportedly spent Christmas together, according to People. “They’re happy together and with her family for the holidays,” said a source. “John really likes getting to know Katy’s family better.”
When is it time to introduce your partner to your parents?
Katy Perry and John Mayer. Photo: Izumi Hasegawa / PR Photos; Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Nic Baird
Katy Perry’s relapsing boyfriend, singer-songwriter John Mayer, attended a Friday celebration for the pop star’s upcoming birthday, Oct. 25, according to UsMagazine.com. Perry dressed as a sexy vampire for the L.A. costume party, while her on-again man donned a vampire hunter outfit. Other celebrities, like Kristen Stewart, Diane Warren, Neil Patrick Harris and Johnny Wujek were also in attendance. Perry “believes she can change” Mayer, a source told Us about their rekindled romance. “She doesn’t want to be just another one of his conquests.”
How do you know if your new partner is a player at heart?
Russell Brand and Geri Halliwell. Photo: Winston Burris / PR Photos; Landmark / PR Photos
By Jennifer Ross
It seems that Russell Brand, the British Comic, has a taste for ginger — Ginger Spice that is. Brand, 37, and Geri Halliwell, 40, are reported to be dating, according to The Sun, British paper. Out in public, the two have been seen together in London at Hampton Court Palace, along with Halliwell’s daughter from a previous relationship, 6-year-old Bluebell. More recently, Brand posed with the Spice Girls in a Twitter picture at the London Olympics’ closing ceremony, which was considered to be the Spice Girls’ amazing reunion performance. With his divorce from ex-wife, Katy Perry, only a month old, Brand also briefly dated Isabella Brewster, younger sister to Dallas star Jordana Brewster. Let’s hope this relationship lasts!
Katy Perry is definitely a California girl at heart. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, her beach bum looks have morphed into a style that is fun, sophisticated and edgy. In the latest issue of ELLE, Katy admits that she can’t be the bubblegum queen forever, but with five hit singles from her first album, she is certainly entitled to ride the wave for a while. While her stage outfits are nothing less than over the top, her street attire has an entirely different vibe. We often see her carrying Chanel purses, sporting Alice and Olvia tops and rocking Marc Jacobs flats – proving that she is no stranger to awesome style.
Her first look is a great representation of her style: playful and young but with an edge.
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Her second look shows off more of her girly side. This look is great for a dinner date with that special someone. Men love women in a dress – it shows off their curves and their feminine side.
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Take cues from this pop star and never be afraid to change your look. Explore different styles and always try to remember to set the trends rather then follow them, just like Katy.
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Reggie Bush and Kim Kardashian. Photo: Matrix/Flynetpictures.com
By Courtney Allen
In wonderful world of Hollywood, maintaining both a long-lasting relationship and a fast-paced career is evidently a huge challenge. The jam-packed schedules and non-stop tabloid mania in the everyday lives of celebrities leaves us constantly wondering when the next split will be–the fact they are going to happen is a guarantee. Nasty rumors of deceit, unexpected flings with co-stars and stress from an intense life can make stardom a celebrity couple’s worst enemy. Unfortunately for these five celebrity duos, losing their battle to fame proved inevitable:
Katy Perry and John Mayer. Photo: Teach/FAMEFLYNET
Although Katy Perry’s divorce from Russell Brand just finalized last week, she may already be back in the dating game. Hollyscoop.com reports that the popular singer was seen flirting with John Mayer at a party last weekend. Some fear that Mayer’s reputation as a Hollywood bad boy may not make him the right choice for the emotional Perry, but a source mentioned that the two “definitely appeared to be very into each other.”
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Chart-topping pop singer Katy Perry’s relationship may be back on with fellow musician Robert Ackroyd after their break-up less than a month ago. The 27-year old Perry gave the Florence and the Machine guitarist V.I.P. treatment during the Capital FM Summertime Ball in London on Saturday. A source tells UsMagazine.com, “Katy made a real fuss over him and made sure he was well looked after.” The two were also spotted together earlier in the week meeting up after the pop star’s taping on the Graham Norton Show. Perry and Ackroyd first went public with their relationship back in March, just months after ex-hubby Russell Brand filed for divorce.
What are some things to consider about getting back with an ex?
Russell Brand and Katy Perry. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos
By Victor McGlothin
Katy Perry was in love with Russell Brand. They got married, and then 14 months later, they experienced a celebrity divorce. When Hollywood relationships heat up so fast and end just as quickly, we all go running to blogs and message boards looking for answers. Often, reasons why celebrity couples break up are obvious…and it usually involves money.
Russell Brand and Katy Perry. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos
British comedian Russell Brand and and singer Katy Perry will be officially divorced soon, but Brand is getting rid of any kind of connection between the two and unfollowed her on Twitter. The two had only been married for a little over a year before they decided to split, and it appears that the pop star isn’t having any trouble moving on. Perry was caught making out with musician Robert Ackroyd at Coachella, and although their relationship is still new, an insider told UsMagazine.com, “They’re having a fabulous time.”
What are some advantages to cutting all ties after a split?
Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries. Photo: Fame Pictures
By Daniela Agurcia
With fame comes glamour and wealth. These are things everyone wants, but they can also take a toll on a relationship. With a celebrity’s busy schedule and a seemingly bottomless bank account, it’s hard to make time and decisions for things other than themselves. The fact of the matter is that there’s only so much a relationship can take before the best decision is to just call it quits. Here are some of the issues that can ultimately break up a celebrity couple:
Katy Perry and Russell Brand. Photo: Gangster#1/Flynetpictures.com
Rumors are flying that Katy Perry is trying to get Russell Brand back. Although three months ago she released her song “Part of Me” as revenge towards Brand, Perry has seemingly had a change in heart. According to UsMagazine.com, “Katy’s been trying to get him back!” says a source. “She’s a lost soul right now.” Perry’s change of mind came from a recent trip to India on April 3, the same place where she and Brand were married in 2010. A source says, “She’d already been missing Russell. Being back there stirred up even more old feelings.” A friend of Perry’s said that the duo getting back together would be a “long shot.” “Right now, Katy and Russell are trying to get to the point where they can at least be friends.”
In recent years, the divorce rate in America has hovered around 50 percent, and in Hollywood, this statistic appears to be closer to 70 percent.
For some celebrity couples, rushing into a serious relationship or even marriage is no big deal; they can always break up or file for an annulment or divorce, knowing that their family, friends and fans will stand behind them. They are not held accountable by their vows, viewing any “easy way out” as an acceptable solution.
But why do so many Tinseltown twosomes approach romance with such a wavering attitude, in such fleeting terms? Here are just a few reasons why some celebrity relationships change with the seasons:
Russell Brand and Katy Perry. Photo: DS/DINO/JERC/Flynetpictures.com
Newly single Katy Perry may be using her music as an outlet for her divorce with Russell Brand. A nominee for record of the year, Perry performed at the Grammy Awards. She came out with “E.T.” and then followed it up with her new song titled “Part of Me.” According to People, with lyrics like, “You can keep everything.” It sure sounds like the singer was making a reference to Brand.
How can music help you recover after a tough breakup?
Katy Perry and Russell Brand. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
According to a filing that took place on Tuesday in the Los Angeles Superior Court, Katy Perry and Russell Brand have come to a “comprehensive written settlement of all issues.” A source tells People that Brand is not seeking cash from his higher-earning ex. Having not signed a prenuptial agreement, Brand would have been entitled to half of what Perry earned during the marriage. Since the ex couple have no children, the only issue was the distribution of property, which they will settling out of court. Seeing that Perry signed the papers with her usual happy autograph that included a smiley face in her last name, she must have been happy with the settlement.
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Relationships can be hard work, and they require a lot of effort to be put in from both ends. When you both commit, it makes it all worthwhile- in most cases. While many relationships start off on a high note and continue on the path of blissfulness, others plummet to a place of irreconcilable differences, physical altercations and repeated infidelity. They end up heading straight to Splittsville. In fact, all you have to do is ask the following couples:
Though Katy Perry may not be fully ready to move on from ex-husband Russell Brand, she is getting there. According to UsMagazine.com, the singer was seen at a pre-Super Bowl party where she was seen mingling with many sexy athletes in attendance. She may not be hearing wedding bells again anytime soon, but she’s certainly back to her old joking self. “You’ll be the first straight man I’ve had a photo with in a long time, so live up to it,” she said to Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton, as they posted for a picture together.
How do you know how long to wait before moving on after a split?
A night on the town with some close friends can really help get over a breakup, and that looks to be the case for Katy Perry. According to E! Online, the pop star was spotted in Las Vegas this past weekend supporting her best friend, jewelry designer Markus Molinari. It remained a quiet evening for the singer as she supported a fundraiser and spent some quality time with close friends. Despite the general romantic buzz of Sin City, it’s certainly an opportunity for Perry to begin to move on from her recent split with Russell Brand.
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