From Jay-Z and Beyoncé to Ellen Degeneres and Portia: The couples with the biggest age gaps

Age is just a number for these couples who have been loved up for years. 

George Clooney, aged 60, and his spouse Amal Clooney, aged 44, boast a notable 16-year age gap between them. Nonetheless, their union has thrived since they exchanged vows in 2014, resulting in the joyful addition of two children. 

Jay-Z and Beyoncé stand as a formidable force within the music industry, earning them the title of dynamic power duo. Despite an 11-year age difference, the couples has managed to stick through the ups and public downs of the relationship since 2008. They welcomed three children into their family unit, one of which has been tearing it up stage with her mother—Blue Ivy Carter.

With an age difference of 18 years, Simon Cowell, aged 62, and Lauren Silverman, aged 44, embarked on their romantic journey. They met in 2013, while Silverman was married to one of Cowell's acquaintances. Following her divorce, the couple continued their relationship and eventually started a family. They share a son together, Eric. 

Their relationship is characterized by a significant 43-year age difference. Their paths first crossed in 2014 during concurrent tours in Japan. Hamrick, a talented ballerina affiliated with the American Ballet Theatre, encountered Jagger while he was with the Rolling Stones.

At 33 and 43 years old respectively, Nikki Reed and Ian Somerhalder boast a decade-long age gap. Following their marriage in 2015, the couple welcomed two children.

With an age difference of 11 years, Blake Lively, aged 34, and Ryan Reynolds, aged 45, met on the set of the 2011 superhero film Green Lantern, where they portrayed on-screen romantic partners. Following their wedding in 2012, the couple has since welcomed four children into their family. 

48-year-old Portia de Rossi and 64-year-old Ellen DeGeneres met at a gathering in 2004, sparking a romantic connection soon thereafter that has lasted 18 long years. Despite their 16-year age gap, the couple have managed to establish a very strong relationship. 

Both accomplished figures in the entertainment realm, they are fervent champions for LGBTQ+ rights, utilizing their platform to advocate for equality and inclusivity.

A remarkable 31-year age difference has not been a problem for Nicholas Cage, who has been married 4 times, and his wife. Nicolas Cage, aged 58, met Riko Shibata in Shiga, Japan, her hometown. They exchanged vows in 2021. Opting for an intimate celebration, they hosted a small ceremony surrounded by loved ones. 

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas met for the first time at a prestigious Oscars after-party in 2016. It wasn't until 2018 that their romantic relationship blossomed. Despite the 10-year age gap the couple's relationship ended in marriage and they now have a daughter together.

 Jacqui Ainsley, aged 39, and Guy Ritchie, aged 53, were introduced in 2010 by mutual acquaintances. They married in 2015, and they have since welcomed three children into their family. Additionally, Ritchie has two children from his previous marriage to Madonna.

Heidi Klum, aged 48, and Tom Kaulitz, aged 32, share a 16-year age gap. Following a whirlwind courtship after they met on America's Got Talent, the couple became engaged later that same year, sealing their commitment and marrying in 2019.

David Furnish is 59 and music legend Elton John is 75—that's 16 years between them. They met in 1993 during a soirée orchestrated by a mutual acquaintance. Following a decade-long civil partnership established in 2005, the couple exchanged vows in a union celebrated in 2014.

With a decade between them in age, Keely Shaye Smith, aged 58, and Pierce Brosnan, aged 68, met in 1994 on a picturesque beach in Mexico. Their encounter blossomed into a lifelong partnership, which ended in marriage and the birth of two children. Smith boasts a background in journalism and television hosting, while Brosnan has become renown for roles such as James Bond.

The story as to how the couple met remains unclear. It is reported that Brett Ratner, a mutual friend, movie and TV producer introduced the couple to each other. However, some sources also suggest that Noor was a friend of Al Pacino’s daughter Olivia, who introduced the couple. Nevertheless, Al is 54 years older than Noor who is a film producer and a former girlfriend of Mick Jagger. She is 54 years younger than Al Pacino.

In 2015, Robert De Niro and Tiffany Chen met on the set of the film The Intern, where Chen assumed the role of a Tai Chi instructor aiding De Niro's character. Chen, a former dancer and martial arts instructor, is 34 years junior to De Niro.

Jason Statham, aged 54, and Rosie Huntington-Whitely, aged 34, have been an item since 2010. The adventure-loving couple who seem to love activities like hiking and surfing, also share a son together. 

Dwyane Wade, aged 40, and Gabrielle Union, aged 49, first met in 2007. The 9-year age gap didn't stop them from getting married in 2014. Both esteemed figures in the entertainment sphere, Wade's legacy extends from his career as a retired NBA player, while Union distinguishes herself as a versatile actress and accomplished author.

With a 34-year age gap, Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva first met when Silva was still young. He had been a family friend but they only reconnected in 2014 when Alejandra was manager at the Treville Hotel in Positano, Italy.

Despite a considerable age difference of 25 years, Kris Jenner, aged 66, and Corey Gamble, aged 41, first met in 2014 at a gathering organized by renowned designer Riccardo Tisci. Serving as a talent manager, Gamble has seamlessly integrated into the family's reality TV ventures, sharing the limelight with Kris. Their enduring companionship has withstood the test of time, spanning over six years and counting.

With an age difference of a decade, Katherine Schwarzenegger, aged 32, and Chris Pratt, aged 42, got married in 2019. They had their first child in 2020.

The couple met at a dinner party in Los Angeles and were introduced by mutual friends. 40 years younger than Richie, Lisa connected immediately with him and the pair have been together since 2014. 

Adam Levine is 10 years older than Behati Prinsloo. The couple first met in 2012, at a Victoria's Secret fashion show. Levine was performing and Prinsloo was featured as a model. The couple now have a little family of their own, with two daughters. 

David Tennant met Georgia on the set of Doctor Who in 2008, she was playing the character of Jenny, the Doctor's daughter. They tied the knot in 2011 and now share five children, including one adopted child. The couple have a 14-year age gap.

Eddie Murphy and Paige Butcher announced their engagement in 2018 after 6 years of dating. They have kept details of their relationships private. They share two children and have an age gap of 17 years.

Sarah Paulson revealed to the New York Times in 2016 who she was in love with, Paulson stated: “What I can say absolutely is that I am in love, and that person happens to be Holland Taylor.” The couple has a 31-year age gap.

With a 12-year age gap, Viola Davis, 54, and Julius Tennon, 66, have been married since 2003. They met while working on City of Angels.  Davis recollected the moment they met to People: 'The only thing I thought was 'He's good-looking. He's really good-looking.' 

They welcomed a daughter, Genesis, into their lives in 2011. Tennon, also has two children from prior relationships.

Desperate Housewives star Felicity Huffman and Shameless actor William H. Macy shared an on-and-off romance for 15 captivating years. When they finally decided to tie the knot in 1997, Macy was 47, while Huffman was 35. This 12-year age difference proved inconsequential as they now share two daughters.

Harrison Ford, 81 and Calista Flockhart, 69 have been an item for 20 years, getting together in 2002. They share one child whom Lockhart adopted before meeting Ford. There's a 22 year age gap between them.

The couple met in 1998 at Deauville Film Festival, they tied the knot a few years later and welcomed two children. There is a 25 year age gap between them.