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Eventful Marital Journeys: 10 Celebs Who Exchanged Vows More Than Four Times

While some stars have managed to find true love once, twice, or even three times, others have taken their walk down the aisle more frequently
PUBLISHED OCT 15, 2023
Cover Image Source: GettyImages/ Photo by: (L)Sonia Recchia (M)Silver Screen Collection (R) Bettmann
Cover Image Source: GettyImages/ Photo by: (L)Sonia Recchia (M)Silver Screen Collection (R) Bettmann

Here are the most talked about celebrity nuptials

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Marriage is often described as a union between two people that lasts a lifetime. However, for some celebrities, it appears to be more of a revolving door. While some stars have managed to find true love once, twice, or even three times, others have taken their walk down the aisle more frequently. In this listicle, we'll explore the fascinating world of celebrities who have been married four times or more.

1. Jim Edmonds: Married 4 times

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Image Source: Instagram/ jimedmonds15

Jim Edmonds, a former professional baseball center fielder and realtor, has had his fair share of weddings. His latest marriage, to Kortnie O'Connor in September 2022 in Lake Como, Italy, marked his fourth trip down the aisle. Prior to Kortnie, Edmonds had marriages to Lee Ann Horton, Allison Jayne Raski, and Meghan King, with whom he appeared on The Real Housewives of Orange County.

2. Nicolas Cage: Married 5 times

 Nicolas Cage attends the
Nicolas Cage attends the "Dream Scenario" world premiere party/Photo by Sonia Recchia/Getty Images for World Class Canada

"Con Air" and "Face Off" star Nicolas Cage, with a tally of 5 marriages, has become a familiar face at wedding altars. His former spouses include Patricia Arquette, whom he married in the early 90s, Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of Elvis Presley, Alice Kim, Erike Koike, and most recently, Riko Shibata, whom he married in 2021, in Las Vegas. The couple has since welcomed their first child, bringing a new dimension to Cage's personal life.

3. Zsa Zsa Gabor: Married 9 times

Bel Air Zsa Zsa Gabor Poolside In Her Bel Air Mansion Paul Harris/ Photo By Paul Harris/Getty Images
Bel Air Zsa Zsa Gabor Poolside In Her Bel Air Mansion Paul Harris/ Photo By Paul Harris/Getty Images

Zsa Zsa Gabor, the iconic Hungarian-American actress, achieved unparalleled fame in Hollywood due to her nine marriages, a record among celebrities. These marriages included her union with prominent figures such as Burhan Asaf Belge, hotel magnate Conrad Hilton, actor George Sanders, oil tycoon Herbert Hutner, Joshua S. Cosden Jr., Jack Ryan, entrepreneur Michael O'Hara, brief nuptials with Felipe de Alba, and her final marriage to Frédéric Prinz von Anhalt. Her ninth and last marriage was the one that lasted until her passing in 2016.

4. Jennifer O'Neill: Married 9 times

Actress Jennifer O'Neill poses for a portrait in 1986 in Los Angeles, California/Photo by Harry Langdon/Getty Images
Actress Jennifer O'Neill poses for a portrait in 1986 in Los Angeles, California/Photo by Harry Langdon/Getty Images

Jennifer O'Neill, known for her striking beauty and eventful love life, has walked down the aisle an astounding nine times with eight different men. Her journey into matrimony commenced at the young age of 17 when she exchanged vows with Dean Rossiter. This whirlwind romance continued with marriages to Joseph Koster, Nick De Boia, Jeff Barry, John Lederer, Richard Alan Brown, and Neil L. Bonin. She even remarried Richard Alan Brown once. Her most recent nuptials, with Mervin Disney Louque, Jr., in 1996, have stood the test of time, making it her longest-lasting union.

5. Mickey Rooney: Married 8 times

 Actor Mickey Rooney arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at The Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Hollywood, California/ Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Actor Mickey Rooney arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at The Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Hollywood, California/ Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Mickey Rooney, the legendary actor known for his remarkable career in film and theater, not only gained attention for his talent but also for his eventful personal life. His first marriage to the iconic Ava Gardner was short-lived, leading to unions with Betty Jane Phillips, Martha Vickers, Elaine Mahnken, and Barbara Ann Thomason, who tragically passed away. Later in life, he married Marge Lane, Carolyn Hocket, and his last marriage to Jan Chamberlin lasted until his death in 2014.

6. Larry King: Married 8 times

 Larry King poses for portrait as the Friars Club and Crescent Hotel honor him for his 86th birthday at Crescent Hotel on November 25, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California/Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images
Larry King poses for portrait as the Friars Club and Crescent Hotel honor him for his 86th birthday at Crescent Hotel on November 25, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California/Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images

Larry King, the iconic broadcaster, was known for his eventful romantic life, having married a remarkable eight times. His first marriage to Freda Miller was reportedly annulled, setting the stage for a series of unions with Annette Kaye, Alene Akins, Mickey Sutphin, Sharon Lepore, Julie Alexander, and Shawn Southwick. His tumultuous marriage to Shawn Southwick finally concluded in 2019, and tragically, even after his passing in 2021, they were still entangled in divorce proceedings, marking the end of an era in his romantic history.

7. Elizabeth Taylor: Married 8 times

Actress Elizabeth Taylor (1932 - 2011) wearing a white robe during the filming of 'The Sandpiper', 1965/Photo by Silver Screen Collection/Getty Images
Actress Elizabeth Taylor (1932 - 2011) wearing a white robe during the filming of 'The Sandpiper', 1965/Photo by Silver Screen Collection/Getty Images

Elizabeth Taylor, the legendary actress, made headlines for her tumultuous personal life, with eight marriages to seven different men. She was married to Conrad Hilton, charming actor Michael Wilding, showman Mike Todd, crooner Eddie Fisher, the tempestuous Richard Burton (whom she married twice), politician John Warner, and even Larry Fortensky, a construction worker. Her journey through matrimony was a whirlwind of passion, drama, and enduring fascination for the public.

8. Lana Turner: Married 8 times

A portrait of actor Lana Turner (1921 - 1995) posing on a silk sheet with large cushions in a sleeveless v-neck jumpsuit and a short-sleeved silk robe/Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images
A portrait of actor Lana Turner (1921 - 1995) posing on a silk sheet with large cushions in a sleeveless v-neck jumpsuit and a short-sleeved silk robe/Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images

Lana Turner, the iconic Hollywood beauty, ventured into matrimony a total of eight times during her lifetime. Her romantic journey was marked by a series of brief unions, annulments, and divorces. Over the years, she exchanged vows with notable figures, including Artie Shaw, a renowned bandleader; Joseph Stephen Crane, her first husband; Henry J. Topping, Lex Barker, Fred May, Robert Eaton, and Ronald Dante. Lana chose to remain single until her death in 1995, finding a different kind of fulfillment beyond the institution of marriage.

9. Richard Pryor: Married 7 times

Comedian Richard Pryor, From the 1983 film Richard Pryor: Here and Now/ GettyImages/ 	Bettmann
Comedian Richard Pryor, From the 1983 film Richard Pryor: Here and Now/ GettyImages/ Bettmann

Renowned comedian Richard Pryor, celebrated for his humor and raw storytelling, was married a remarkable seven times throughout his life. His tumultuous journey through marriage featured several instances of rekindling love with the same partners. Among his spouses were Patricia Price, Shelley Bonis, Deborah McGuire, and Jennifer Lee, whom he married twice. Flynn Belaine also shared her life with Pryor in two separate marriages. Pryor's final marriage to Jennifer Lee remained steadfast until his passing in 2005.

10. Rue McClanahan: Married 6 times

Rue McClanahan during Rue McClanahan Signs Copies of Her Autobiography
Rue McClanahan during Rue McClanahan Signs Copies of Her Autobiography "My First Five Husbands And the Ones Who Got Away" - April 17, 2007 at Barnes & Noble in New York City, New York, United States/ Photo by Shane Gritzinger/FilmMagic

Rue McClanahan, the cherished actress known for her iconic role in The Golden Girls, exchanged vows a remarkable six times. Her extensive marital history included unions with Tom Bish, Norman Hartweg, Peter DeMaio, Sam "Gussie" Fisher, Tom Keel, and Morrow Wilson. Interestingly, her last marriage endured until her sad passing in 2010, making it the last chapter in her love story. McClanahan's enduring charm on and off the screen continues to be celebrated by fans, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

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