In many instances, actors who portray romantic partners on screen may develop feelings for each other off-screen as well, sharing tender moments or even kisses. However, as time passes, they might discover that the initial attraction has faded or perhaps never truly existed. At such points, they face the challenging decision of ending their relationship. Yet, when they are required to collaborate on the same film set, navigating through these complex emotions can prove difficult. It is during these instances that their professionalism and dedication are truly put to the test.
Many actors have managed to collaborate on movies and television productions, even when they can’t seem to see eye to eye off-set. Here’s a list of ten former couples in Hollywood who have reunited professionally, putting their past behind them.
Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake
Relationship Timeline: 2003 to 2007
Worked Together On: Bad Teacher
Diaz and Timberlake initially crossed paths at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards back in 2003, sparking whispers of a romantic connection. At that point, Timberlake was just 22 years old while Diaz was 31. Despite parting ways in 2006, they managed to maintain a cordial relationship. In the year 2011, they collaborated on the comedy-drama film “Bad Teacher,” directed by Jake Kasdan.
Regarding the collaboration, Diaz informed US Weekly that Timberlake was an ideal fit for the part and they often shared hearty chuckles while filming together.
Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder
Relationship Timeline: 2010 to 2013
Worked Together On: The Vampire Diaries
On the set of the popular American TV series The Vampire Diaries, a duo developed a romantic connection. Even though they reportedly separated in 2013, they maintained their on-screen chemistry as love interests throughout the show’s run. However, Dobrev departed from the series after season six, in 2015, before it ended its eight-season, 171-episode journey in 2017.
The duo demonstrated an ability to maintain a clear distinction between their private and work spheres, ensuring that their disagreements did not interfere with their performance. Notably, they were awarded the ‘Best Chemistry’ prize at the 2014 People’s Choice Awards.
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony
Relationship Timeline: 2004 to 2011
Worked Together On: Spanish album Ni Tú Ni Yo
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony began dating in 2003 and got married in 2004. They announced their separation in 2011, with their divorce being finalized in 2014. Together, they have two children: twins Max and Emme, born in 2008. Roughly five years after splitting up, the former couple worked together on a Spanish-language album titled “Ni Tú Ni Yo,” which came out in 2016. Anthony acted as the executive producer of the album through his company, Magnus Media, and Sony Music Latin.
Jennifer Garner and Michael Vartan
Relationship Timeline: 2003 to 2004
Worked Together On: Alias
Prior to marrying Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner had a brief romance with Michael Vartan during their work on the television series Alias. Although they eventually split, they maintained their friendship and continued working together until 2006. In 2018, when asked about reconciling with Garner, Vartan expressed that if something didn’t succeed initially, it would never succeed again.
In the TV show Alias, Gartner portrayed Sydney Bristow, a double agent who worked for the Central Intelligence Agency while pretending to be an operative for SD-6. Vartan took on the role of Michael Vaughn, one of Sydney’s colleagues and romantic interest at work.
Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult
Relationship Timeline: 2011 to 2014
Collaborated on the following films: X-Men: First Class, X-Men: Days of Future Past, X-Men: Apocalypse, and X-Men: The Phoenix Saga
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Lawrence and Hoult initially crossed paths while filming X-Men: First Class, which sparked a romantic relationship between them. After four years together, they decided to go their separate ways in 2014. Despite their breakup, they continued working together on the screen as Mystique and Beast in X-Men: Days of Future Past, X-Men: Apocalypse, and X-Men: Dark Phoenix.
As a devoted follower, I’d express it this way in my own words: “Reuniting with Lawrence on the set of our X-Men project felt much like returning to school after a long summer break. Since there are numerous characters involved, we all had brief stints together, but not daily for the entire four-month production.
Zendaya and Jacob Elordi
Relationship Timeline: 2019 to 2020
Worked Together On: Euphoria and Deep Water
It is said that these two actors were romantically involved from around August 2019 to late 2020, although they never publicly acknowledged it. They enjoyed a getaway in Greece during this period, and also spent time with each other’s loved ones. Nevertheless, they chose not to confirm or deny their relationship status.
In Euphoria, Zendaya portrays Rue Bennett, a former substance abuser, while Elordi takes on the role of Nate Jacobs, a high school sports star. They have shared a scene in the movie Deep Water as well.
Joey King and Jacob Elordi
Relationship Timeline: 2017 to 2018
Worked Together On: The Kissing Booth, The Kissing Booth 2, and The Kissing Booth 3
In the first person perspective, I (Elordi) dated King for approximately a year, but we decided to go our separate ways in 2018. Despite ending our romantic relationship, we have remained professional collaborators, sharing the screen as Elle Evans and Noah Flynn in The Kissing Booth trilogy.
2020 saw King admit that collaborating with her former partner wasn’t a walk in the park, given the added scrutiny from viewers eagerly observing their dynamic on-screen for any hints about their relationship. “Easy? Not a chance,” she said to Cosmo. “I’m certain people will dissect every gesture and detail. Well, go ahead! But remember, I was simply happy to be Elle Evans once more in the end.
Camila Mendes and Charles Melton
Relationship Timeline: 2018 to 2019 and 2021 to 2022
Worked Together On: Riverdale
On the Riverdale TV show’s filming location, these two actors initially crossed paths. For approximately a year, they engaged in an on-again, off-again romantic relationship before deciding to part ways. However, their relationship was rekindled in 2021, but it didn’t last for too long, and by 2022, they chose to separate once more.
From 2017 to 2023, the duo collaborated on the show “Riverdale.” During this time, Mendes portrayed Veronica Lodge, whereas Mantle’s character was Reggie Mantle.
Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse
Relationship Timeline: 2017 to 2020
Worked Together On: Riverdale
Reinhart and Sprouse’s love story, both behind and in front of the camera, generated a lot of attention. They had an on-again, off-again relationship for about three years, from 2017 to 2020. Their paths crossed on the set of Riverdale, where they developed feelings for each other. In 2018, they made their public debut at the Met Gala. After parting ways, these actors still appear together in the popular CW teen series as Betty Cooper and Jughead Jones. As of now, they are friends, having moved past their disagreements.
Blake Lively and Penn Badgley
Relationship Timeline: 2007 to 2010
Worked Together On: Gossip Girl
In 2010, it seemed like the magic between us had faded, as we decided to part ways. Yet, fate (or perhaps the scriptwriters) had other plans, because from 2010 until 2012, I got to share the small screen with my heartthrob yet again – portraying our unforgettable love story in Gossip Girl as Serena van der Woodsen and none other than Dan Humphrey, played by the charming Mr. Badgley.
In 2015, Badgley stated that they managed to keep their complex relationship from interfering with their work or disrupting their careers. “We always maintained a professional demeanor, truth be told, and we deserve a round of applause for doing so because anything can become complicated in such situations… and we handled it gracefully,” Penn added.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve observed that many Hollywood celebrities consistently prioritize their professional commitments over personal emotions, often due to contractual obligations or the expectations of their fans. It’s truly inspiring to see these stars display emotional maturity by maintaining amicable relationships even after difficult breakups and fulfilling their roles with dedication and grace.
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