These 40+ Famous Aussie Celebrity Couples Will Make You Believe in Love
Eric Bana And Rebecca Bana: Together Since 1995
Eric and Rebecca Bana believe the best thing they can do for each other and their two children is to support one another as each of them becomes the best version of themselves. According to this pair, when each one of them is happy and fulfilled in their personal life, they have an abundance from which they can pour into their kids and their relationship, making it flourish.
Eric got crowned Cleo’s Bachelor Of The Year in 1996 and won with a trip to America, to which he brought along his then-girlfriend, Rebecca along. The ‘Dirty John’ star proposed during their vacation, and these two got married within a year. Fast-forward decades later and they’re still thriving.
Alex O’Loughlin And Malia Jones: Together Since 2014
For Alex O’Loughlin’s wife, Malia Jones, the actor wasn’t part of her ‘back-up plan’ because he is her main man, to begin with. The couple’s meet-cute happened in Hawaii, where O’Loughlin filmed the TV series’ Hawaii Five-O.’ Their meeting was meant to be since Jones decided to move back home from Sydney, Australia, while the ‘Back-Up Plan’ star relocated to the beautiful island thanks to work.
Isn’t it a twist of fate that these two gorgeous humans also happen to hail from Australia, where the actor is originally from and where the model lived for a while? Well, we guess fate had a better setting for their initial encounter! Years after they got married, the hunky actor admitted he’s still madly in-love with his surfer wife.
Alicia Loxley And Kane Loxley: Together Since 2012
Many would agree that Alicia Loxley is an inspiration to all women, whether single or married. Her career as a journalist is something to be admired – just a few years after her start at ‘ABC News,’ Alicia found herself as the presenter of ‘Nine News Melbourne’ and ‘Nine Afternoon News Melbourne.’
Besides her successful career, though, the newscaster is fortunate also to have a good marriage. Let’s admit, not many professionally accomplished people have thriving relationships. It’s actually not surprising that Alicia’s union with husband Kane Loxley works since the TV host moved to Melbourne from Perth for him. When they met, Kane was a Melbourne-based barrister while his wife delivered the Monday-to-Friday news bulletin from Perth.
Allison Langdon And Michael Willesee Jr.: Together Since 2008
Whenever this ‘Today’ co-host talks about her marriage, she often mentions that she promised herself never to date another journalist. Even if Allison Langdon’ went back on her word’ as soon as she started dating husband Michael Willesee Jr. a few years back, it was okay.
The couple’s love story is adorable, especially when told by Allison; she was at a bar when a guy walked in with whom she felt an instant attraction. As luck would have it, the guy was a fellow journalist Michael, and she ended up not only going out with him; the two married soon after. It just goes to show that in matters of the heart, never say never.
Anthony LaPaglia And Alexandra Henkel: Together Since 2018
For actor Anthony LaPaglia, age is not an issue when it comes to marriage with his wife, Alexandra Henkel. For those unaware, Anthony’s wife is 31 years his junior. Such a wide gap might usually be frowned upon unless it’s show business, a world where LaPaglia and Henkel both live.
Still, the couple’s relationship became the subject of many detractors, who predicted their relationship wouldn’t last. Well, Anthony and Alexandra proved their critics wrong; they are still flourishing after tying the knot in 2018. The ‘Without a Trace’ actor dated the German actress in 2015, then shortly separated. After two years, though, they got back together, which was when Anthony finally decided to pop the question.
Barry Humphries And Elizabeth Spender: Together Since 1990
Barry Humphries and Elizabeth Spender met at a party in 1988 when Barry was still married. While the ‘Bedazzled’ starlet was attracted to him, she couldn’t help but point out their 16 year age gap, which she thought would make a romance inappropriate. The two maintained a platonic friendship for years until Barry one day called Elizabeth to inform her that he was single.
More than three decades after the pair tied the knot, Elizabeth remains glad she chose to follow her heart rather than focus on what others would think or say about her marriage. In Barry, the former actress has found a friend that she can always count on, no matter the circumstances.
Andrew Upton And Cate Blanchett: Together Since 1996
For a long time, we always believed in marrying a partner that one knows enough about until we learned about Andrew Upton and Cate Blanchett’s romance. Just three weeks after the two began dating, Andrew proposed to his now-wife, and while that might have seemed absurd back then, not once has the pair ever regretted their decision.
According to Cate, while taking the time to know someone could prevent unnecessary heartache and wastage of time in the future, we also have to be keen not to pass up the opportunity to be with our soul mates that are right in front of us. The happy couple now has four children while also co-owning and running a production company together.
Chris Hemsworth And Elsa Pataky: Together Since 2010
It’s easy for things between a long-married couple to get boring. Yet, that’s not the case for Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky, who made things official back in 2010. The pair met, dated, and tied the knot in less than a year, meaning they have mostly spent their married years getting to know more about each other, which has kept things exciting.
While these two are thankful to be with someone they remain attracted to, they believe meeting each other’s individual needs even after having kids is the real secret to a long and happy marriage. Still, Elsa cautions that there’s no perfect relationship and that all lovers should be more patient with one another.
Dannii Minogue And Adrian Newman: Together Since 2014
Living in the limelight for almost her entire life, Dannii Minogue prefers to keep her love life private, which she thinks is only fair as she shares everything else with the public. While the singer refuses to divulge details of her relationship with boyfriend Adrian Newman, she often clarifies that they’re both very happy.
After dating for six years, they took their relationship a step further in 2021, when they moved in together. Dannii now has a son that she has often shared is the first person she considers before making any decisions. For Adrian to be living with them, it’s obvious that the boy approves of their relationship and gets along quite well with his mom’s soulmate.
David Gulpilil And Miriam Ashley: Together Since 2004
It’s no secret that David Gulpilil and Miriam Ashley’s marriage has had its fair share of challenges. Even so, these two would much rather stick it out because of their love and devotion for one another.
In today’s world, where divorce has become the order of the day, Miriam cautions that marriage isn’t just a relationship that one gets into and then leaves when they stop feeling attracted to their partner or when things get complicated. If one cannot commit, Miriam advises that they would rather keep dating until they find someone they are willing to devote themselves to. She’s been married since 2004, so she’s obviously speaking from first-hand experience.
David Wenham And Kate Agnew: Together Since 1994
Ballet has always been a big part of David Wenham and Kate Agnew’s love story. When he was younger, the actor would always accompany his own younger sisters to ballet shows. Little did he know that he would marry an ex-ballerina and that their two children would also grow to be ballet dancers.
David believes that it’s unrealistic for anyone to expect that their partner and relationship would always remain the same over the years. The actor explains that such an expectation only leaves people disappointed. According to David, the only reason he and Kate have lasted this long together is that they embrace the changes and work together to ensure their marriage remains a success.
Mark Cameron And Davina Smith: Together Since 2006
Being married to a military officer who often gets deployed to different places around the world means that Davina Smith and her two children, with her husband, Mark Cameron, sometimes go as long as six months, not being able to see each other. The pair tied the knot in 2010 in Australia’s Toowoomba city during the annual flower festival celebrations.
Even after more than 15 years of being together, such long periods of separation aren’t something Davina could ever get used to. Early on in their marriage, the ‘Today Extra’ anchor would complain about the nature of her husband’s job, but not anymore. Now, she’s learned to support, love him and treasure every moment they get to spend together.
Deborah Knight And Lindsay Dunbar: Together Since 1998
Getting a job as a US correspondent for ‘Channel Ten’ meant that Deborah Knight had to leave her hometown, where she had also first met Lindsay Dunbar and moved overseas for several years. While the two didn’t have more than a friendship between them back then, Lindsay decided to relocate with the journalist, proving his commitment and desire to pursue his now-wife.
After moving, the couple dated for seven years before tying the knot in 2005. Even after having two children together and despite their busy work schedules, Deborah and Lindsay still make time for each other, which they consider one of the major factors contributing to their marriage’s success to date.
Eric Bana And Rebecca Bana: Together Since 1995
Eric and Rebecca Bana believe the best thing they can do for each other and their two children is to support one another as each of them becomes the best version of themselves. According to this pair, when each one of them is happy and fulfilled in their personal life, they have an abundance from which they can pour into their kids and their relationship, making it flourish.
Eric got crowned Cleo’s Bachelor Of The Year in 1996 and won with a trip to America, to which he brought along his then-girlfriend, Rebecca along. The ‘Dirty John’ star proposed during their vacation, and these two got married within a year. Fast-forward decades later and they’re still thriving.
Geoffrey Rush And Jane Menelaus: Together Since 1988
The award-winning Australian actor Geoffrey Rush and his wife Jane Menelaus, whom he met at ‘The Benefactors’ performance, have been married for over two decades. Their relationship is highly notable because they both share the spotlight in acting and work together to build their careers but never neglect their family of two kids and love for each other.
Over the years, the couple has weathered several challenges that threatened their union, but in every battle they conquered, standing by each other through it all, which only strengthened their bond. The duo live in their home in Melbourne and enjoy spending quality time together as they grow older.
Hugh Jackman And Deborra-Lee Furness: Together Since 1996
Age is just a number; this is particularly true for Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness, with their 13 year age gap. They recently celebrated their 25th anniversary of being together, much to the delight of fans and well-wishers. When prompted for a reason for their lasting bliss, Hugh said their secret is just being themselves.
The actors first met while on the set of a TV series ‘Corelli,’ and in two weeks, Hugh said he knew she was the one. Even though Deborra-Lee disclosed that the relationship wasn’t all smooth sailing then, they conquered each hurdle and married in 1996. After welcoming two adorable children, Hugh and his Mrs. credit their brood for bringing them even closer together.
Isla Fisher And Baron Cohen: Together Since 2002
If anyone needs proof that true love still exists and can last in showbiz, then they need to look at Isla Fisher and Baron Cohen’s love life. They are both very successful actors and comedians with hectic schedules, but they still have a successful marriage and a beautiful family.
These meant-to-be lovebirds met at a party in 2002, got engaged in 2004, and tied the knot in a private ceremony in Paris in 2011. Isla even converted to Judaism for Baron, and despite both being popular, they prefer to keep their family life away from the spotlight. Still, it is pretty evident to all that Isla and Baron are happy together, and their love is here to stay.
Jason Clarke And Cécile Breccia: Together Since 2010
Many people remember Jason Clark from his roles in ‘Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes’ or ‘Terminator,’ but what they may not know is that he’s married to the gorgeous French model Cécile Breccia. While the Australian actor keeps his relationships out of the public eye, we can report that Jason and Cécile began dating in 2010 and eventually tied the knot in January 2018.
Despite their penchant for privacy, one of the times we got to see them in public together was at the 2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards. According to sources, Jason and Cécile’s union is now blessed with two children who they’ve also managed to keep away from media scrutiny.
John Noble And Penny Noble: Together Since 1980
Divorce is a frequent occurrence in showbiz, but some couples prove that love can stand the test of time. One such love pair is John Noble and Penny Noble, who have been married for over four decades and have three children together – including the talented actress Samantha Noble.
John is an Australian actor with numerous prestigious appearances, nominations, and awards to his name. Despite the wealth, fame, and recognition, he has remained lovingly devoted to his wife and children who live with him in the United States. Although very little is publicly known about the actor’s union with Penny, they remain an example of true love and marital bliss in entertainment.
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