The Longest Celebrity Marriages – And Why They Lasted

Published on 04/29/2025
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David McCallum & Katherine Carpenter – 50 Years

For more than 50 years, David McCallum, who is well-known for his famous performances in The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and later NCIS, has been sharing an incredible love story with Katherine Carpenter, a former model. Due to life’s unforeseen circumstances, his first marriage ended in 1967 when his wife fell in love with co-star Charles Bronson. But destiny had other ideas. David and young Katherine crossed paths that same year. As their relationship became stronger, they became engaged and had two happy kids. Their journey together is proof that sometimes the most beautiful places come from taking detours in life.

David McCallum & Katherine Carpenter – 50 Years

David McCallum & Katherine Carpenter – 50 Years

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Billy & Janice Crystal – 47 Years

For an incredible 49 years, Janice and Billy Crystal, the comic genius behind hits like When Harry Met Sally, have been blissfully married. Their relationship has remained a ray of hope in the glittering world of Hollywood, where relationships frequently end abruptly. So, what’s their magic formula? In a heart-to-heart with Us, Crystal revealed that laughter is their glue. “Laughter has been our soundtrack,” he reflected. “From being young lovers to doting grandparents, we’ve journeyed together.” He believes the core of their friendship is continual communication, noting, “We never stopped tuning into each other.”

Billy & Janice Crystal – 47 Years

Billy & Janice Crystal – 47 Years

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