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Madonna and Sean Penn -

Madonna and Sean Penn got married in a private celebration in 1985. Known as the "Poison Penns," their fame was tinged with rumors of intense disagreements and accusations of mistreatment, despite both parties refuting claims of aggression. However, their marriage ended after three years.

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Johnny Depp and Winona Ryder -

Johnny Depp and Winona Ryder crossed paths in 1989 during the premiere of 'Great Balls of Fire!' Their connection sparked a romance and their subsequent appearance in the legendary Tim Burton film 'Edward Scissorhands' solidified their status as the coolest alt couple of the era. Their relationship stirred some controversy, however, as Ryder was only 18 years old while Depp was 27.

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Bruce Willis and Demi Moore -

Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were a famous couple in the entertainment industry during the '80s and '90s. Their marriage began in 1987 and lasted for 13 years, during which time they had three daughters. However, their relationship was often surrounded by gossip about possible unfaithfulness. Willis was associated with Liv Tyler and Milla Jovovich, whereas Moore was linked with Leonardo DiCaprio.

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Demi Moore and Emilio Estevez -

In 1984, before her relationship with Bruce Willis, Demi Moore dated Emilio Estevez, her co-star in 'St. Elmo's Fire.' They became engaged, but mutually separated in 1986.

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Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Downey Jr. -

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick have been married for over 20 years. However, prior to that, Parker was in a relationship with Robert Downey Jr. Their connection began during the filming of the movie 'Firstborn' in 1984. Unfortunately, Downey's struggles with addiction led to their breakup in 1991.

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Brad Pitt and Christina Applegate -

During the 1980s, Brad Pitt was known as the boyfriend of the star actress Christina Applegate. Their relationship, albeit brief, came to an end when Applegate allegedly left Pitt for Sebastian Bach, the lead vocalist of Skid Row, during the MTV Movie Awards.

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Afterward, Pitt began a relationship with his co-star from 'Too Young to Die,' Juliette Lewis, who was merely 17 while Pitt was 27. Their relationship lasted for three years, and they continue to speak highly of one another.

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Kelly Preston and George Clooney -

During the 1980s, George Clooney gained recognition for his role on the sitcom 'The Facts of Life.' In 1987, he started a committed relationship with the late Kelly Preston. As a gesture of affection, Clooney even gifted Preston a potbelly pig named Max. However, when they split in 1989, Clooney assumed custody of the pig.

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Drew Barrymore and Corey Feldman -

In 1989, Drew Barrymore and Corey Feldman began dating, creating a relationship that epitomized the 1980s. At the time, Barrymore was just 14 years old, while Feldman was 18. They were both facing significant personal challenges. After a brief period together, they decided to end their relationship. Feldman's heavy drug use during that period and Barrymore's determination to remain sober contributed to the breakup.

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Sylvester Stallone and Brigitte Nielsen -

Brigitte Nielsen, a Danish actress, and Sylvester Stallone were rumored to have begun dating in 1985 after she sent him a daring photo and requested a meeting at their shared hotel. They tied the knot that year but their marriage lasted a mere 19 months. Rumors of infidelity and controversies circulated in tabloids during their relationship.

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Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell -

Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell both had flourishing careers during the 1980s. They encountered each other initially at the ages of 16 and 21, but officially united after crossing paths at an audition in 1983.

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Despite not being married, they remain one of Hollywood's enduring couples, having spent 40 years together.

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Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz -

Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz were undeniably the trendiest couple of the 1980s. They crossed paths at a concert in 1986 and secretly married in 1987, coinciding with her 20th birthday. Just a year later, Bonet welcomed their famous daughter, Zoë Kravitz.

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Bonet accused him of cheating in 1993, leading to their divorce. Nonetheless, they have remained amicable and regularly appear in public, alongside their daughter.

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Matthew Broderick and Jennifer Grey -

Matthew Broderick and Jennifer Grey co-starred in the popular '80s film 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off.' Despite playing siblings on screen, their off-screen relationship blossomed into romance.

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Matthew Broderick and Jennifer Grey -

Their relationship remained a secret until 1987 when they were involved in a tragic car crash that killed the occupants of the other car. The distressing incident exposed their relationship and became a subject of widespread media coverage.

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Rob Lowe and Janice Dickinson -

Janice Dickinson, known as an outspoken public figure and a judge on 'America's Next Top Model,' had a thriving career as a supermodel. During that time, she had connections with various notable men, including Rob Lowe. In 1988, Dickinson openly revealed during an interview with Howard Stern that she had engaged in a threesome with Lowe and another man.

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George Michael and Brooke Shields -

Considering that George Michael did not publicly reveal his sexuality until 1998, his romance with Brooke Shields in the 1980s appeared to be an ideal pairing. The youthful celebrities were together for a brief period of less than a year. Reflecting on the experience, Shields mentioned in her memoir that she believed she had found true love with him.

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Val Kilmer and Cher -

Cher and actor Val Kilmer were in a relationship from 1982 to 1984. Cher recalls it as a significant romance in her life, revealing in a 2018 interview with the Daily Mail, "When we kissed, I thought my head would shoot off my body."

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Richard Gere and Cindy Crawford -

Richard Gere and Cindy Crawford crossed paths at a barbecue in 1987. At 21, Crawford was in awe of the renowned personalities surrounding her. Amidst the glittering crowd, it was the seasoned presence of Richard Gere that captivated her. Subsequently, they got together and tied the knot in 1991. However, their union came to an end in 1995, with Crawford attributing their age gap of 16 years.

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Tom Cruise and Cher -

One of the notable unions of the 1980s was when Tom Cruise and Cher came together in 1985. Their encounter took place at Madonna and Sean Penn's wedding. At the time, Cruise was 22 years old, while Cher was 16 years his senior.

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Prince and Kim Basinger -

In 1989, Kim Basinger and Prince began a passionate relationship. Basinger made a move to Minneapolis for their love, and speculations arose about an unreleased album they worked on together, titled 'Hollywood Affair.'

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Tommy Lee and Heather Locklear -

Tommy Lee, drummer of Mötley Crüe, wed actress Heather Locklear from 'Dynasty' in 1986 during their peak fame. Although their union thrived for seven years, their divorce unfolded after his infidelity with an adult film star was exposed.

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Paula Abdul and Arsenio Hall -

Television presenter Arsenio Hall started dating choreographer and pop singer Paula Abdul after crossing paths on the set of the film 'Coming to America' in 1988. Many years later, Hall told Parade: "The most fun I've ever had in any phase of my life with a woman was with Paula."

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Mike Tyson and Robin Givens -

Boxing champion Mike Tyson and actress Robin Givens, both in their early twenties, had been dating for only 11 months when Givens revealed her pregnancy.

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Mike Tyson and Robin Givens -

After getting married and beginning to raise their daughter, their marriage started to fall apart. In a well-known interview, Givens admitted her fear of her husband, leading to their divorce in 1989.

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Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith -

Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith's Hollywood relationship raises concerns. Their connection began when Griffith was 14 and Johnson 23. They wed in 1976, pre-dating her 18th birthday. Although they divorced after seven months, they later reconciled, remarrying in 1989. This time, their marriage lasted for seven years and led to the birth of their daughter, actress Dakota Johnson.

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Elle Macpherson and Billy Joel -

In the 1980s, following his divorce from Elizabeth Weber, Billy Joel was involved with a number of supermodels. Among them was Elle Macpherson, whom he met during a visit to St. Barths. They had a brief relationship.

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Christie Brinkley and Billy Joel -

However, it was Christine Brinkley who eventually won his heart. It's rumored that there was even some crossover between the two relationships, and that Macpherson was waiting for him when he took Brinkley to his apartment for the first time! Brinkley and Joel got married in 1985.

Sources: (Best Life) (Eighties Kids) (The News International)

See also: Who was the "it" couple the year you were born?

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