Actresses Who Have Been Engaged But Never Married

Hollywood marriages have changed a lot over time, with many actors and actresses now focusing more on their careers and independence than on getting legally married. While getting engaged is still common, several successful actresses have chosen to either cancel their wedding plans or stay in long-term relationships without actually tying the knot. These women have dealt with the difficulties of public relationships while constantly being watched by the media. Their choices reflect different reasons for not marrying – from their personal views on marriage itself, to the struggles of combining a famous career with family life.

Abbie Cornish

Abbie Cornish is an Australian actress who’s appeared in films like ‘Bright Star’ and ‘Limitless’. She was previously engaged to martial artist Adel Altamimi after dating for some time, but they later ended their relationship. Since then, she’s chosen to keep her personal life private. Abbie has never been married, and continues to thrive as an actress in both independent and popular films. She’s also a talented musician and poet.

Allison Janney

Allison Janney is an award-winning actress famous for her roles in shows like ‘The West Wing’ and ‘Mom’. In the early 2000s, she was engaged to Richard Jenik, a computer programmer, but she’s often said she wasn’t particularly interested in getting married. Janney has had a successful Hollywood career, highlighted by an Academy Award win for ‘I, Tonya’. She remains unmarried and continues to choose complex and interesting roles in film and television.

Brandy Norwood

Brandy Norwood is a well-known singer and actress, famous for her role in the TV show ‘Moesha’. She was once engaged to basketball player Quentin Richardson, but they broke up after a short time. Brandy once said she was married to music producer Robert Smith, but later clarified that they were never legally married. They have a daughter together, and Brandy has never had an official marriage. She continues to work as a performer and actress, including appearing in the movie ‘Cinderella’.

Brenda Song

Brenda Song first gained fame as a star on the Disney Channel series ‘The Suite Life of Zack and Cody’. She was previously engaged to musician Trace Cyrus in 2011 after a public relationship. Currently, she’s in a long-term relationship with actor Macaulay Culkin, and they have two children together. Though reports suggest they are engaged, they haven’t gotten married yet. Song has also moved on to more mature acting roles, appearing in projects like ‘The Social Network’ and ‘Dollface’.

Brie Larson

Brie Larson, who won an Academy Award for her role in ‘Room’, was engaged to musician Alex Greenwald while her career was taking off. They separated in 2019. Since then, Larson has become well-known for playing Captain Marvel in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She has never been married and continues to be a leading actress in Hollywood.

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron is an Oscar-winning actress famous for her incredible performance in ‘Monster’. She was with actor Stuart Townsend for almost ten years, and they considered each other husband and wife, even exchanging rings, but they never officially got married. Later, she had a well-known relationship with Sean Penn, and there were rumors of an engagement. Currently, she’s raising her two children as a single parent and has never tied the knot.

Dakota Johnson

Dakota Johnson rose to fame after starring in the ‘Fifty Shades’ movies. She’s been with musician Chris Martin since 2017, and although there’s been a lot of talk about them getting secretly engaged, they haven’t officially tied the knot. Coming from a family of actors, Johnson has proven herself to be a talented and diverse performer, appearing in films like ‘The Lost Daughter.’ She is currently still unmarried and continues to work on prominent projects.

Danielle Campbell

Danielle Campbell became well-known for playing Davina Claire on the TV show ‘The Originals’. She’s now engaged to her former co-star, Colin Woodell, after they announced their plans in 2023, though they haven’t announced a wedding date yet. Campbell started her acting career as a child with a role on ‘Prison Break’ and continues to work on dramatic TV and film projects while remaining unmarried.

Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato began her career as a child actor on the show ‘Barney and Friends’ and later became famous through Disney. In 2020, she got engaged to actor Max Ehrich after a very quick romance that the media followed closely. However, the engagement ended after only two months, played out publicly. Lovato has openly shared details about her personal life and her path to self-discovery. She has not yet married and continues to create music and occasionally act.

Eiza González

Eiza González is a Mexican actress who gained recognition in Hollywood after appearing in films like ‘Baby Driver’ and ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’. She’s often been linked to romantic relationships and engagement rumors, including a well-publicized romance with Paul Rabil, but she hasn’t gotten married. González remains a popular actress, especially in action and dramatic roles, and prefers to keep her personal life private while her career continues to flourish.

Emma Roberts

Emma Roberts is known for her work in popular shows like ‘American Horror Story’ and ‘Scream Queens’. She had a complicated, years-long relationship with actor Evan Peters, and they even got engaged in 2013, but eventually ended things after periods of being together and apart. Since then, Roberts has dated other well-known people and welcomed a child in 2020. Though she hasn’t gotten married, she continues to enjoy success as an actress.

FKA Twigs

FKA Twigs is a talented singer and actress, recognized for her role in the film ‘Honey Boy’. She was previously engaged to Robert Pattinson after a very public relationship that often faced media attention. They ended their engagement in 2017 after dating for three years. Since then, FKA Twigs has had other relationships, but hasn’t gotten married. She continues to be a significant and innovative artist in the entertainment world, celebrated for her distinctive style and creative approach.

Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere is well-known for her role in the TV show ‘Heroes’. She was with professional boxer Wladimir Klitschko for nine years, and they have a daughter together. However, they ended their relationship in 2018 without getting married. Despite facing some difficult personal issues publicly, Panettiere is still a highly regarded actress, especially for her work on ‘Nashville’. She has yet to marry and is currently prioritizing her own health and happiness.

Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson first became well-known as a contestant on ‘American Idol,’ and later won an Academy Award for her performance in ‘Dreamgirls.’ She and David Otunga, a professional wrestler and lawyer, were engaged for almost ten years and have a son together, but they separated in 2017 without getting married. Hudson has since reached EGOT status—winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award—and currently hosts a popular daytime talk show. She remains unmarried.

Jennifer Morrison

As a TV critic, I’ve been following Jennifer Morrison for years, and she’s definitely a familiar face. Most viewers probably recognize her from hits like ‘House’ and ‘Once Upon a Time,’ where she really proved her dramatic chops. There was a time she was engaged to her ‘House’ co-star, Jesse Spencer – a super romantic proposal at the Eiffel Tower, no less! Sadly, that didn’t work out, and she’s dated others within the acting world. Interestingly, she’s never actually tied the knot, but she hasn’t just stayed in front of the camera. She’s really expanded her talents, moving into directing and producing, and she continues to be a beloved figure for fans of quality television.

Karina Smirnoff

Karina Smirnoff is a professional dancer and actress who’s best known for being on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and appearing in the movie ‘Shall We Dance?’. She’s been engaged several times, including to Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Brad Penny, and was once engaged to entrepreneur Jason Adelman, but she ended that engagement in 2015. Despite being engaged multiple times publicly, she has never gotten married. She continues to be a well-known figure in the dance and entertainment industries.

Kat Graham

Kat Graham is well-known for playing Bonnie Bennett on ‘The Vampire Diaries’. She and Cottrell Guidry were engaged for two years but called it off in 2014. In 2022, she got engaged to director Darren Genet, but they ended their engagement a year later and didn’t marry. Kat Graham remains a successful actress, performer, and activist.

Lady Gaga

I’ve always been a huge Lady Gaga fan, and it’s been amazing to watch her grow, not just as a musician but as an actress too – ‘A Star Is Born’ was incredible! Her personal life has had its ups and downs, though. She was with Taylor Kinney for a while, and I was sad to hear they split up in 2016. Then she got engaged to Christian Carino, but that didn’t work out either. She’s talked about how hard it is to juggle such a demanding career with finding love, and honestly, I can see that being a real struggle. She’s still rocking it in both music and movies, though, and I admire her for staying focused on her passions, even if it means she hasn’t found ‘the one’ yet.

Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey is a singer-songwriter who has also dabbled in acting and filmmaking. She was in a long-term relationship with musician Barrie-James O’Neill, ending in 2014, and was later reportedly engaged to music executive Evan Winiker, though that didn’t last. Del Rey has never tied the knot, and her music videos often feature dramatic portrayals of love and loss. She continues to be a major influence on pop culture today.

Marisa Tomei

Marisa Tomei is an Academy Award-winning actress, best known for her role in ‘My Cousin Vinny’. She dated and was engaged to actor Logan Marshall-Green starting in 2008. Tomei has often spoken about not wanting to follow traditional paths when it comes to marriage and having children. Throughout her consistently successful career, she’s also appeared in popular films like those in the ‘Spider-Man’ series. She remains unmarried and is still a highly respected actress in Hollywood.

Mary-Louise Parker

As a film buff, I’ve always admired Mary-Louise Parker. She’s incredibly talented, especially known for her fantastic work as Nancy Botwin in ‘Weeds’ – she really carried that show! Her personal life has had its ups and downs, though. She was with Billy Crudup for a long time, and everyone thought they were going to get married, but things fell apart when she was pregnant with their son. She then got engaged to Jeffrey Dean Morgan, her ‘Weeds’ co-star, but they ultimately called off the wedding. Despite everything, she’s remained a really respected actress, consistently delivering great performances on both screen and stage, and I’m always excited to see what she does next.

Maya Jama

As a big fan of British TV, I’ve been following Maya Jama for a while now – you might recognize her from shows like ‘Katherine Ryan: Glitter Room’. Her personal life has been pretty public over the years; she and Stormzy were a couple for ages, and everyone kept wondering if they’d get engaged. Then she got engaged to basketball player Ben Simmons, but sadly they called it off in 2022. Interestingly, she and Stormzy are back together now! Despite all the attention on her relationships, she hasn’t tied the knot yet and is really focused on doing amazing things with her career, which is great to see.

Minnie Driver

Minnie Driver received an Academy Award nomination for her role in ‘Good Will Hunting’. She and her co-star, Josh Brolin, were engaged for a short time in 2001, but they later ended their relationship. While she’s had other notable relationships, Minnie Driver has never gotten married. She frequently discusses her independence and dedication to raising her son on her own. The actress continues to work on both television shows and movies, including ‘Speechless’.

Nicole Scherzinger

Nicole Scherzinger is a well-known singer and actress, famous for being in The Pussycat Dolls and voicing a character in ‘Moana’. She was in a highly publicized, long-term relationship with Formula One racer Lewis Hamilton, and they were often rumored to be engaged. Currently, she is engaged to former rugby player Thom Evans, after dating for several years. Despite being close to getting married a few times, she hasn’t officially tied the knot yet. Scherzinger continues to be a popular performer and TV personality worldwide.

Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey is a hugely influential figure in the entertainment world. She and Stedman Graham became engaged in 1992, but they chose to have a committed, spiritual partnership instead of a legal marriage. Oprah has often explained that her career and desire for independence played a big role in that decision. She’s also known for her roles in acclaimed movies like ‘The Color Purple’ and ‘Selma’.

Rachel Bilson

Rachel Bilson became well-known for her role as Summer Roberts on the popular TV show ‘The O.C.’ She and actor Hayden Christensen began dating after meeting while filming ‘Jumper,’ and eventually got engaged and had a daughter. Though they later separated, Rachel has been connected to other people in the entertainment industry, but hasn’t gotten married. She continues to work in the entertainment world and currently hosts a successful podcast where she rewatches and discusses shows.

Rashida Jones

Rashida Jones is well-known for her acting work on shows like ‘The Office’ and ‘Parks and Recreation’. She was once engaged to Mark Ronson, a music producer, but they ended their relationship after about a year. Since then, she’s been in a long-term relationship with musician Ezra Koenig, and they have a son together. Although they’ve been together for years, they haven’t gotten married. Jones continues to thrive as an actress, writer, and producer in Hollywood.

Rebel Wilson

As a big movie fan, I first really noticed Rebel Wilson in ‘Pitch Perfect’ – her role as Fat Amy was hilarious! It was lovely to see her announce her engagement to Ramona Agruma, a jewelry designer, earlier this year. They’ve since welcomed a daughter through surrogacy and are so sweet sharing little moments of their life online. They’re still engaged, though – no wedding news yet! It’s been amazing to watch Rebel’s personal journey and she’s still a fantastic presence in movies and on TV.

Rose McGowan

Rose McGowan became well-known for her acting in the TV show ‘Charmed’. She was engaged to musician Marilyn Manson for two years, but they broke up in 2001. Later, while filming ‘Planet Terror’, she became engaged to director Robert Rodriguez. Despite being engaged multiple times, McGowan has never gotten married. Today, she’s also known as an activist and author, in addition to her work as an actress.

Shailene Woodley

I’ve always been a fan of Shailene Woodley – she really came into her own with roles in ‘The Divergent Series’ and ‘Big Little Lies’. It was a bit of a surprise when she got engaged to Aaron Rodgers; their romance seemed to move pretty quickly and stay out of the spotlight. They announced it in 2021, but sadly, it didn’t last, and they split the next year. What I find really interesting about Shailene is how openly she shares her thoughts on life and relationships in interviews – she’s definitely a free spirit! She hasn’t tied the knot yet, and it’s cool to see her consistently choose really interesting and demanding roles in her work.

Shakira

Shakira is a hugely popular singer and actress, known for projects like the movie ‘Zootopia’. She was with Antonio de la Rúa for eleven years before they broke up. She then had a long-term relationship with soccer player Gerard Piqué, and they have two sons together. Although they were together for eleven years, they never got married and separated in 2022. Shakira continues to be one of the world’s best-selling music artists.

Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow is a talented singer and actress who’s appeared in shows like ‘Cougar Town’ and the movie ‘Cars’. She famously dated and became engaged to cyclist Lance Armstrong in the mid-2000s, but they ended their relationship just before their wedding. While she’s been linked romantically to actors like Owen Wilson, Sheryl has never gotten married. She continues to focus on her music and raising her two adopted sons.

Sienna Miller

As a film fan, I’ve always followed Sienna Miller’s career, both on and off screen. She’s been engaged a few times now – I remember the buzz when she was with Jude Law, but that ended pretty publicly. Then there was Tom Sturridge, and most recently, Lucas Zwirner. It’s interesting, though, because despite all those commitments, she hasn’t actually tied the knot yet. Of course, I know her best from films like ‘The Girl’ and ‘American Sniper’ – she’s a really talented actress.

Tara Reid

Tara Reid rose to fame in the late 1990s with her role in ‘American Pie’. She was once engaged to Carson Daly, but they broke up in 2001. She’s since announced engagements to Michael Axtmann and Zachary Kehayov, but she hasn’t gotten married yet. Reid continues to act and is well-known for her work in the ‘Sharknado’ movies.

Winona Ryder

Winona Ryder first gained widespread recognition for her role in ‘Beetlejuice’. In the early 1990s, she was engaged to her ‘Edward Scissorhands’ co-star, Johnny Depp, but they ended their relationship after three years and canceled their wedding. Despite never getting married, Ryder has continued to be a highly regarded actress, and is currently starring in the popular series ‘Stranger Things’.

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2026-02-15 22:52