For many pop culture fans, 2025 will forever be remembered as the year Travis Kelce proposed to Taylor Swift, marking the beginning of their relationship.
Selena Gomez recently married music producer Benny Blanco, while Miley Cyrus seems to be deeply committed to her relationship with drummer Maxx Morando.
But the pop star set weren’t the only ones checking items off their romantic “Wi$h Li$t.”
Reality stars Bozoma Saint John from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and Dolores Catania from The Real Housewives of New Jersey are both engaged! Bozoma accepted a proposal from Keely Watson, and Dolores said yes to Paulie Connell.
JoJo Siwa, known from Dance Moms, doesn’t seem upset at all about her new relationship with Chris Hughes, who she met while both competing on Celebrity Big Brother U.K.
JoJo Siwa described realizing she and her now-girlfriend were meant to be together as if the universe had subtly guided them. She told TopMob News they transitioned from friends to a couple in June, and it felt natural because they’d both been in relationships before. Siwa explained that this connection feels effortless and right because of their shared history.
But other reality TV stars received a different message from the universe.
Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko, who practiced their dance moves for Dancing With the Stars in their trailer, ended their seven-month relationship in April. Nader decided the romance wasn’t working out.
Everyone was shocked and saddened when Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux, a popular couple from Love Is Blind, announced their divorce after four years of marriage.
The year started with the surprising news that Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell, who found love on The Bachelor, had broken up. Their split, which happened in January, quickly became one of the most talked-about breakups in the show’s history.
Just a quick moment? As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the relationships that thrived and those that faced challenges – because even the best things can have their difficulties.
Status: Married
Former Bachelorette Gabby Windey and her wife, Robby Hoffman, secretly got married in Las Vegas on January 11th, and didn’t share the news until mid-March. Windey, who recently won The Traitors, described the impromptu ceremony – which happened after they had to evacuate their home due to the L.A. fires – as “the best” in an interview with Cosmopolitan.
Hoffman remembers Gabby suddenly asking, “Should we get married?” while they were in their very fancy hotel room, which felt like a wedding suite. Windey quickly found a lace dress, and they played Chappell Roan’s “HOT TO GO!” as she playfully walked down the aisle.
There were roses everywhere, which Windey jokingly compared to the show The Bachelor. However, she was most excited to have a private date with the star of Hacks.
The reality star shared how much she enjoys spending time with Robby, and said she was overwhelmed with happiness to have a private moment with her on such a special night – it was a truly joyful experience.
Status: Split
Bachelor star Matt James and his girlfriend of four years, Rachael Kirkconnell, unexpectedly announced their breakup on January 16th, just hours after sharing photos from a trip to London with his followers.
Oh my gosh, you guys, it’s just… heartbreaking! Apparently, James was really worried about why we were even thinking about marriage. He basically said, during that Call Her Daddy interview, that he had concerns about things about me – things he didn’t want in a wife! Can you believe it? It’s just… he wasn’t sure I was the right person for him long-term, and it all came down to his worries about me and what I’d bring to a marriage. I just… I can’t even!
She explained that they simply weren’t a good match. He’d come to the realization that, after being together for a while, she should be the one wanting to get engaged. He felt she should be ready for that step, but he didn’t feel she was, and he didn’t see a future for them as a married couple. He admitted he couldn’t picture himself proposing or being married to her.
Status: Married
Earlier this year, Katie Thurston, who starred on The Bachelorette, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She and her fiancé, Jeff Arcuri, had already been planning their wedding, and the diagnosis made their commitment to each other even more meaningful. They moved forward with their New York wedding in March, supporting each other through it all.
She told Us Weekly that he surprised her one night by saying he wanted to prove his love and commitment. He declared he would marry her the very next day, even though they were already planning a bigger wedding later on.
She explained that Thurston’s actions demonstrated his commitment, truly standing by her ‘in sickness and in health’ and showing he’s a steadfast partner.
In July, Thurston gave a more positive update, sharing that her tumors had gotten smaller, with her husband supporting her. She told TopMob News in October, “Considering everything, I’m doing well.”
Status: Split
Spiritual astrologer Ally Lewber initially believed she and fellow Vanderpump Rules star James Kennedy were destined to be together. However, their relationship ended soon after Kennedy’s arrest for domestic violence last December.
Launching her StarStruck podcast in April, Lewber described the situation with Kennedy as difficult and very public. She now understands it was an unhealthy relationship, though prosecutors ultimately decided against pressing charges.
Now that she’s moved on, she’s excited to dedicate herself to astrology and her true passions, leaving behind her work with DJs and reality television. Regarding her relationship with James Kennedy, she confirmed they are no longer together, but she will always be supportive of his journey to sobriety and recovery and wishes him well.
Status: Split
Brooks Nader, known for her role on Love Thy Nader, and her Dancing With the Stars partner, Gleb Savchenko, became a couple off-screen during the show. However, Nader revealed in April that they had broken up.
Savchenko revealed she was surprised to learn, through a recent article, that Brooks had ended their relationship. In a statement on April 7th to Us Weekly, she explained that Brooks’ last contact was a text message on April 6th requesting a conversation. Savchenko said she tried calling Brooks in response, but hasn’t received a reply.
Status: Married
Oh my gosh, you guys, Zach and Kaity’s wedding was EVERYTHING! They chose this amazing place in Austin, Chapel Dulcinea, and it was just so them. But get this – Kaity actually almost called the whole thing off! She was telling all about it on Bachelor Happy Hour and said that as they started planning all these big, fancy vows, she realized it wasn’t about that at all. She stepped back and thought, ‘Wait, we’re losing sight of us!’ She just wanted to make sure the wedding stayed true to their love and connection, and she felt like she was getting way too caught up in the little things. It was so sweet and real, honestly!
After a small, private wedding with only seven family members present, the couple celebrated with a larger, more casual gathering that felt like a group date.
The couple celebrated their wedding with around 100 guests on November 15th, including several stars from The Bachelor franchise like Joey Graziadei, Kelsey Anderson, Charity Lawson, Dotun Olubeko, Susie Evans, and Kathy Swarts. They’ve also shared their plans for the future, telling People magazine that they’re eager to start a family and are hoping to begin trying for children in the fall of 2026.
Status: Dating
JoJo Siwa didn’t win Celebrity Big Brother UK, but she did find something even better during filming: a new boyfriend, Chris Hughes. She told Keltie Knight of TopMob News in May that she loves talking about Christopher, quickly adding, “He’s my favorite person to talk about!”
And, yet, she kept reiterating, they were just friends. Until they weren’t.
JoJo Siwa told The Guardian in June that her relationship with her partner had become romantic. She described it as a wonderful and natural progression, saying she’s very much in love and feels the same way in return.
Status: Split
Though Jenn Tran went on Dancing With the Stars to find love, not friends, she developed a close connection with her dance partner, Sasha Farber. After dating for almost a year – and living with him – she ended the relationship in June.
After temporarily pausing her education to participate in the show and following a brief engagement to Devin Strader that ended before the season finale, Jenn is now fully focused on her studies in Miami. According to a source who spoke to TopMob News, she’s prioritizing her goals and doesn’t feel she needs to be in a public relationship to do so.
Status: Split
Just under three months after being questioned by runner-up Litia Garr on the After the Final Rose special about leading her on, Bachelor Grant Ellis announced his engagement to Juliana Pasquarosa had ended. In a June Instagram post, he explained they had both tried hard and cared deeply for each other, but ultimately realized they weren’t a good match for the future.
I was shocked when Brittany Pasquarosa went on Bachelor Happy Hour and finally shared what really happened. She explained that right after ATFR aired, she was incredibly upset and said things she regretted during a fight with Zach. What really got to me, though, was what she said he did the next morning. Apparently, the first thing he said to her was that he’d already been thinking about how they should announce their breakup – and she hadn’t even decided if she wanted to break up yet! It just seemed so calculated and cold.
Status: Separated
Denise Richards was surprised when she and her husband of six years, Aaron Phypers, split in July. In an Instagram video posted on August 21st, Richards shared how difficult divorce is, explaining it’s her second time going through it and she never imagined she’d be divorced again. She added that this experience taught her to never say never.
She obtained a temporary restraining order against Phypers following accusations of abuse, which he refutes, but she chose not to share the reasons for their split. She explained that there were sensitive issues surrounding her divorce that she wasn’t ready to discuss, but hopes to address them publicly when she feels the time is right.
Status: Engaged
It’s no surprise that Becca Tilley, known from The Bachelor, was overjoyed when her longtime partner, Hayley Kiyoko, proposed in July. Kiyoko shared the happy news on Instagram, writing, “My dream girl said yes to forever.”
Five months after Kiyoko proposed in Mallorca, her partner of seven years returned the gesture during a trip to Kyoto, Japan, asking her to marry him.
The couple might choose to get married in a distant, exotic location. In a 2024 interview with TopMob News, Tilley, host of the Scrubbing In podcast, shared that she envisions a smaller wedding with close friends and family, potentially held somewhere they travel to.
Status: Married
Lo Bosworth and her husband, Domenic “Dom” Natale, first connected on July 20th. After getting engaged in January, the New York City couple originally planned a big wedding. However, Lo explained to People magazine that when they started planning with their families, they decided to have a smaller, more intimate celebration at home, hoping it would be perfect if she became pregnant.
I was so thrilled to hear about Kelsey’s wedding! She and her husband actually got married when she was four months pregnant, right in her parents’ backyard in Laguna Beach. She described it as a really relaxed affair – she even encouraged guests to jump in the pool! They wanted something colorful and inviting, a luncheon that felt comfortable and not at all stuffy, and it sounded absolutely perfect. It was exactly the kind of celebration that felt true to her and her brand.
Status: Split
Following the breakup of Love Island USA season six stars JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez in July, several new contestants joined the show. Craig announced the split on Instagram, stating the reasons were even worse than fan speculation. Rodriguez also shared on Instagram that despite caring deeply for Craig, they both realized the relationship wasn’t sustainable in the long run.
Craig didn’t share specifics, but her close friend, Charmane Smith, did. In a now-deleted post, Smith urged people to check their partner’s phone, suggesting they search for phrases like ‘I don’t like Black women,’ ‘I thought I’d get more money from this,’ ‘I’m faking this relationship,’ ‘Going on the show is for attention,’ and ‘I can’t wait to end this so I can sleep with a lot of women.’
Status: Split
Just a month after leaving the show, Love Island USA winners Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales have broken up. Amaya shared the news on Instagram, explaining that they realized they were heading in different directions and didn’t share the same goals for the future. She described a healthy relationship as a partnership and noted, “You don’t have to experience everything to know something isn’t right.”
As for Chelley Bissainthe, she definitely seemed committed to making things work with Ace Greene after leaving the villa. They really hit it off on the show! Sadly, though, their romance didn’t end up lasting – it fizzled out before the year was over. It’s always tough when things don’t work out, even if the connection seemed strong at first.
Okay, so, like, Ace and I… we broke up. I heard him say it on the radio yesterday, and honestly, it’s just… heartbreaking. He said it was so hard for both of us, a really tough call. He explained it by saying that sometimes, truly loving someone means you have to let them go, and that’s what we decided was best. It just… ugh. It’s just the most bittersweet thing ever, you know?
Status: Dating
Though Nic Vansteenberghe and Olandria Carthen finished in second place on this summer’s season of Love Island USA, they consider themselves winners. They’re the only couple still together from season seven! Olandria jokes that they might have connected earlier if she’d known it was Nic she was kissing during the blindfold challenge, as he took a little while to find the right person.
I felt that initial connection too, which is why I kissed him right away,” she told TopMob News in July. “Looking back, though, despite both of us having a really tough time, our experiences were actually quite similar.
Status: Dating
Louis Tomlinson, from the band One Direction, and Zara McDermott, known from Love Island, have officially confirmed their relationship. They started sparking romance rumors about six months ago and publicly announced they were together with an Instagram post on August 4th.
She shared a kissing selfie with just a heart emoji, and her partner commented, “I love you.”
Status: Engaged
Bozoma Saint John of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills gained a new family member this summer when Keely Watson proposed to her in front of friends and family at BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood on August 29th.
Over ten years after the passing of her first husband, Peter Saint John, the marketing executive shared with People magazine that her upcoming marriage feels like a testament to overcoming grief and finding happiness again. She described her fiancé, Keely, as proof that everything happens at the right time, according to God’s plan, and expressed her excitement about embracing life, love, and a second chance at happiness.
Status: Married
Okay, I’m seriously losing it! Stephen Colletti – Stephen Colletti from Laguna Beach! – is MARRIED! To Alex Weaver, the amazing NASCAR reporter. They just posted the sweetest pictures on Instagram – it looks like they did a super intimate courthouse wedding, and Alex’s dress was GORGEOUS, a Nadine Merabi, and her rings were from Marrow Fine Jewelry. They just captioned it ‘Mr. & Mrs.’! I’m so happy for them, it’s like a real-life fairytale! I’ve been following Stephen forever and can’t believe he found his person. Seriously, I’m obsessed!
The couple then announced they were taking a trip to Paris, with Weaver sharing photos of their short “mini-moon in France” on Instagram.
Status: Separated
Mercedes “MJ” Javid says she and her soon-to-be ex-husband, Tommy Feight, are still on good terms despite their recent divorce filing. Speaking at BravoCon 2025, the former “Shahs of Sunset” star shared that she still loves Tommy, and they will always be a family, especially for their 6-year-old son, Shams. She anticipates a positive future for all of them.
Viewers can see her story unfold in the new Bravo series, The Valley: Persian Style, which premieres in January. She emphasized that the show will be very honest, even covering difficulties in her marriage. “We’re not holding back,” she said, explaining that they won’t let each other avoid tough topics.
Status: Married
Amy Slaton, star of the show 1,000-lb Sisters, recently got married! She and her fiancé, Brian Lovvorn, had a Halloween-themed wedding five months after getting engaged. The ceremony took place at the historic Talbott Tavern in Bardstown, Kentucky, a restaurant and inn known for its reported ghost stories.
Slaton felt the location was ideal for her wedding. She told People magazine, “My wedding is a dream come true, and I’m finally getting the happy ending I’ve always wanted!”
Status: Engaged
Dolores Catania’s fiancé, Paulie Connell, came up with a unique proposal idea. The couple first met at an Apple store in New Jersey, and Paulie decided to propose there on November 10th.
The CEO of Eco Electrical Services told People magazine he considered a lot of extravagant proposal ideas. “I could have proposed on a yacht in Greece, or rented a huge hall and proposed with fireworks in front of 400 people,” he said. “But we’re a down-to-earth couple, and I wanted something simple and genuine, not a big, showy production.”
Though the 11-carat diamond isn’t exactly understated.
The mother of two shared her joy about marrying her partner of almost five years. She described feeling a deep, heartfelt happiness, saying it felt like a blessing she almost didn’t deserve. ‘It’s like this excitement comes from deep within,’ she explained, ‘and I feel so incredibly lucky to be loved this much!’
Status: Separated
Shortly after publicly announcing her separation from husband Todd Tucker, Kandi Burruss let fans know that what they see on Instagram isn’t always an accurate reflection of her life. During an Amazon Live stream on November 24th, the Grammy winner explained she’s been struggling privately. “Just because you see me online doesn’t mean everything is okay,” she shared. “I’ve been going through a lot, and life has been challenging.”
She explained that her 11-year marriage had ended because problems had been building up over time.
Status: Married
Jon Gosselin married Stephanie Lebo in a ceremony held in Pennsylvania on November 23rd. The father of eight tied the knot with the research and development specialist.
In front of around 180 guests, including his daughter Juliana and his two children, Collin and Hannah, the former star of Jon & Kate Plus 8 reportedly told his new wife that he’d never known such effortless happiness before meeting her. According to Entertainment Tonight, he continued by saying he felt incredibly lucky to be able to spend the rest of his life with his best friend and soulmate.
Status: Separated
Unfortunately, Love Is Blind season three stars Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux have announced their separation. The couple, who got “married” on the show four years ago, are divorcing.
On December 3rd, Alfia announced on Instagram that she and her husband have decided to divorce. They share a 16-month-old daughter named Vienna. Alfia explained that this was a very difficult decision, made after careful consideration and many honest conversations, and that they both deeply value their time together.
Status: Separated
Despite extravagant gifts – five diamond rings symbolizing promises to his wife, Bronwyn Newport – Todd Bradley couldn’t save their marriage. After a season of discussing accusations of infidelity on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Newport and the tech executive announced they are divorcing after nine years of marriage.
Bronwyn Newport and Todd Bradley have decided to separate, according to a statement released on December 12th. The separation was a mutual choice made with consideration and respect for each other.
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