Celebrities Who’ve Been Married 5 Times or More

Elizabeth Taylor: 8

Elizabeth Taylor was the queen of Hollywood romance, marrying seven men and walking down the aisle eight times. She first wed Conrad Hilton Jr. in 1950 at just 18, though the marriage lasted only eight months. She then married actor Michael Wilding, producer Mike Todd (tragically widowed in 1958), and singer Eddie Fisher in a highly publicized scandal. Taylor’s most iconic marriages were to Richard Burton, whom she wed twice, with their passionate and volatile relationship captivating the press. Her later marriages to John Warner and construction worker Larry Fortensky brought her marriage tally to eight. Taylor’s legendary love life was as dramatic as her film career.

Zsa Zsa Gabor: 9

Zsa Zsa Gabor holds the Hollywood record for multiple marriages, with nine husbands throughout her long and glamorous life. Her first marriage was to Turkish diplomat Burhan Asaf Belge in 1935, followed by Conrad Hilton, the founder of Hilton Hotels, in 1942. She later married actor George Sanders, investment banker Herbert Hutner, and then Joshua S. Cosden Jr., divorcing him within a year. In 1975, she wed designer Jack Ryan, divorcing just a year later before marrying Michael O’Hara. A brief, one-day marriage to actor Felipe de Alba in 1983 was annulled, as her divorce wasn’t finalized. Her ninth and final marriage was to Frédéric Prinz von Anhalt in 1986, with whom she remained until her death in 2016 at age 99.

Billy Bob Thornton: 6

Actor, director, and musician Billy Bob Thornton’s romantic history is as colorful as his career. He married Melissa Lee Gatlin in 1978, with whom he had a daughter. His later marriages included actress Toni Lawrence, singer-actress Cynda Williams, and model Pietra Dawn Cherniak, with whom he had two sons. Thornton’s most famous union was with Angelina Jolie in 2000, marked by eccentric displays of affection such as vials of each other’s blood. After their divorce in 2003, he eventually married longtime partner Connie Angland in 2014, with whom he shares a daughter.

Hedy Lamarr: 6

Golden Age screen siren Hedy Lamarr, often hailed as both a beauty icon and an inventor, married six times. Her first husband was Austrian arms manufacturer Friedrich Mandl, followed by screenwriter Gene Markey. She later married actor John Loder, with whom she had two children, before divorcing in 1947. Lamarr’s later marriages included nightclub owner Teddy Stauffer, oil magnate W. Howard Lee, and lawyer Lewis J. Boies. Despite her turbulent love life, Lamarr left behind a legacy far greater than her marriages, contributing to technology that paved the way for modern Wi-Fi.

Pamela Anderson: 5

Pamela Anderson’s love life has been as variegated as her career. She first married Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee in 1995, with whom she has two sons. In 2006, she married rocker Kid Rock, though the union quickly fell apart. She also married poker player Rick Salomon twice, though their first marriage was annulled. Anderson’s shortest marriage was to producer Jon Peters in 2020, which lasted just 12 days and was never legally binding. In December 2020, she married her bodyguard Dan Hayhurst, though that marriage ended in 2022. Despite her rollercoaster romances, Anderson has said she still believes in love.

Martin Scorsese: 5

Iconic filmmaker Martin Scorsese has married five times, with relationships often mirroring the turbulence of his on-screen stories. His first marriage was to Laraine Marie Brennan in 1965, followed by a short union with author Julia Cameron, with whom he has a daughter. He later married actress Isabella Rossellini, then producer Barbara De Fina. Since 1999, Scorsese has been happily married to Helen Morris, with whom he shares a daughter. Unlike his earlier relationships, his marriage to Morris has been a stable one, and Scorsese has described her as his partner in both life and creative pursuits.

James Cameron: 5

Famed director James Cameron, the creative force behind ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar,’ has been married five times. His first wife was Sharon Williams, followed by producer Gale Anne Hurd, with whom he worked on ‘The Terminator.' He then married director Kathryn Bigelow in 1989, divorcing two years later. In 1997, Cameron wed actress Linda Hamilton, though the relationship ended two years later amid reports of infidelity. His fifth and current marriage is to actress Suzy Amis, whom he wed in 2000 and with whom he shares three children. Cameron has admitted he’s drawn to strong women, which has shaped both his films and personal life.

Larry King: 8

Talk show legend Larry King was married eight times to seven different women, making his love life nearly as headline-grabbing as his career. His first marriage, to Freda Miller, was annulled due to parental disapproval. He later wed Annette Kaye, then Playboy Bunny Alene Akins, whom he married twice. His subsequent wives included Mickey Sutphin, Sharon Lepore, and Julie Alexander. In 1997, he married Shawn Southwick, with whom he remained until his death, though the couple had been estranged. King once quipped that he “wasn’t a marrying kind of guy,” but in an era when living together was frowned upon, he simply married every woman he fell in love with.

Joan Collins: 5

Glamorous British actress Joan Collins has been married five times and has never shied away from discussing her romantic adventures. She married actor Maxwell Reed in 1952, divorcing four years later, then wed singer Anthony Newley in 1963, with whom she had two children. Her third marriage was to producer Ron Kass in 1972, which ended in 1983. In 1985, Collins wed Swedish singer Peter Holm, but their marriage dissolved amid a nasty and very public divorce in 1987. Finally, in 2002, she married theater producer Percy Gibson, 32 years her junior. Collins has often said that Percy is her true soulmate, once joking, “I kissed a lot of frogs before I found my prince.”

Jennifer O’Neill: 9

Model and actress Jennifer O’Neill married nine times to eight men. Her first marriage, at age 17, was to Dean Rossiter. She later married Joseph Koster, choreographer Nick De Noia, singer Jeff Barry, and John Lederer. In the 1980s and 1990s, she wed and divorced Richard Alan Brown twice and also had a short-lived marriage to actor Neil L. Bonin. Since 1996, O’Neill has found lasting stability with record producer Mervin Sidney Louque Jr. Her many marriages became part of her public persona, alongside her work as a model, actress, and author.

Mickey Rooney: 8

Actor Mickey Rooney had a love life as dramatic as his films, marrying eight times. His first wife was actress Ava Gardner in 1942, though they divorced a year later. He then married Betty Jane Phillips, followed by model Martha Vickers. Rooney wed actress Elaine Mahnken in 1952, then Barbara Ann Thomason in 1958. Tragically, Thomason was murdered in 1966. He later married her best friend Marge Lane, though their union lasted only 100 days. His last two marriages were to Carolyn Hockett and singer Jan Chamberlin. Despite his chaotic love life, Rooney remained a Hollywood icon, mourned by fans after his death in 2014.

Kenny Rogers: 5

Country music legend Kenny Rogers had five marriages and five children throughout his life. He first wed Janice Gordon in 1958, followed by Jean Rogers in 1960. His third marriage was to Margo Anderson, lasting from 1964 to 1976. In 1977, he married actress Marianne Gordon, a union that endured until 1993. His final marriage was to Wanda Miller in 1997, with whom he shared twin sons. Unlike his earlier relationships, Rogers’ last marriage was a happy one, lasting over two decades until his death in 2020. He once joked that he had to marry often because he was “always looking for the right one.”

Ben Folds: 5

Singer-songwriter Ben Folds has had a rollercoaster romantic history, with five marriages behind him. His first wife was Anna Goodman, followed by Kate Rosen and Australian musician Frally Hynes, with whom he shares twins. He later married Fleur Stanbrook before tying the knot with ballerina Emma Sandall in 2017. That marriage ended in divorce in 2024. Despite his complicated romances, Folds has often channeled his experiences into his music, using heartbreak and relationships as inspiration for some of his most heartfelt songs.

Richard Burton: 5

Welsh actor Richard Burton’s love life was as fiery as his legendary performances. He is best remembered for his two marriages to Elizabeth Taylor, whom he first wed in 1964 after her divorce from Eddie Fisher. They divorced in 1974 but couldn’t stay apart, remarrying in 1975 before splitting again in 1976. Burton’s other wives included Sybil Williams, with whom he had two daughters, model Suzy Hunt, and makeup artist Sally Hay, whom he married in 1983 and stayed with until his death in 1984. His tumultuous, passionate relationship with Taylor remains one of Hollywood’s most famous love stories.

George Foreman: 5

Boxing legend George Foreman has had five marriages. His first wife was Adrienne Calhoun in 1971, followed by Cynthia Lewis, Sharon Goodson, and Andrea Skeete. His fifth and current marriage is to Mary Joan Martelly, whom he wed in 1985 and with whom he has remained ever since. The couple shares five children together, in addition to Foreman’s other children from previous relationships. Foreman’s last marriage has endured for decades, bringing stability to his personal life after years in the spotlight.

Henry Fonda: 5

Hollywood great Henry Fonda, father of Jane and Peter Fonda, was married five times. He wed Margaret Sullavan briefly in 1931 before marrying Frances Ford Seymour, Jane and Peter’s mother, in 1936. After Seymour’s tragic death in 1950, he married Susan Blanchard, followed by Italian aristocrat Afdera Franchetti. His final marriage was to Shirlee Mae Adams in 1965, and they remained together until his death in 1982. Despite personal struggles, Fonda’s career flourished, making him one of the most respected actors of his generation.