Totally Wild: 14 Celebrity Hookups You Absolutely Forgot About (And Will Make You Scream ‘No Way!’)

Alright, buckle up, pop culture fanatics! It’s a truth universally acknowledged that celebrities love to date other celebrities, and honestly, we love to dissect every single moment of it. But what about those sneaky, under-the-radar hookups that flew completely off your radar? Get ready, because some of your favorite stars have dating histories so wild, they’ll have you shouting “Wait, really?!” at your screen.

Part of the reason these fascinating pairings might have slipped your mind is, well, optics! Sometimes there’s a bit of an age gap, or maybe one (or both!) of the celebs just got out of another relationship. Plus, let’s be real, sometimes a couple just wants to figure out if they actually have chemistry before debuting their romance to the public and the media, especially if one person has a super different “image” than the other.

So, if you thought you knew everything about Hollywood’s tangled web of romance, think again! We’re about to take a super fun trip down memory lane, digging into those low-key relationships that were, believe it or not, absolutely a thing. Prepare to be genuinely surprised, because these celebrity couples dated, and you probably had no idea.

1. **Emma Roberts and Chord Overstreet**Okay, so you might already know that Chord Overstreet dated Emma Watson, and if you’re a Swiftie, you definitely know he was linked to Taylor Swift. But hold onto your hats, because that’s not the only Emma he’s been connected to! Yes, you heard that right: Chord and Emma Roberts had their own on-again, off-again thing going on from 2011 to 2012.

Sources at the time hinted that their relationship simply “ran its course,” which is celebrity speak for “it ended.” But here’s a fun little tidbit: the pair were actually spotted together at a party as recently as 2020. Don’t get too excited though, they were reportedly just friends, chilling out and probably reminiscing about their early 2010s romance. Just imagine the stories they could tell!

Emma Roberts, for her part, has had her fair share of high-profile connections too. Her dating history also includes names like Alex Pettyfer, Garrett Hedlund, Hayden Christensen, and, of course, the one and only Evan Peters. It just goes to show you that even the most visible stars have chapters in their dating lives that remain a delightful mystery to us all until we dig deep.

2. **Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander**If you’re shocked by this one, you’re not alone, but here’s the kicker: these two aren’t just a forgotten hookup, they’re actually married! Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander tied the knot in 2017. They’re famously private, which is probably why their coupling isn’t shouted from the rooftops like some other celebrity romances, but their story is absolutely adorable.

Their love story began on the set of the 2014 film *The Light Between Oceans*. Sparks clearly flew while filming this emotional drama, and they’ve been together ever since. They rarely, if ever, speak about each other publicly, which only adds to their mystique and makes their bond feel even more special and exclusive.

However, we did get a glimpse into Fassbender’s admiration for Vikander when he spoke to Good Morning America. He sweetly shared, “We met on that job and have been seeing each other since.” He went on to gush about her talent, saying, “She’s such a fierce performer. She’s so brave. She’s not afraid to bring ugly personality traits to the forefront in characters. So I was really impressed by her immediately.” Aww, our hearts!

3. **Jennifer Garner and Michael Vartan**Raise your hand if you remember *Alias*! That show was absolutely *the* hottest thing in the early 2000s, and a massive part of its undeniable popularity was the incredible, off-the-charts chemistry between Jennifer Garner’s Sydney Bristow and Michael Vartan’s Michael Vaughn. Seriously, it was electric! So, it probably won’t surprise you that life ended up imitating art for these two.

News of their real-life pairing broke in 2003, not too long after Garner had split from her then-husband Scott Foley. Fans everywhere were absolutely thrilled to see the on-screen romance spill over into reality! However, our collective hearts were shattered when their split was confirmed shortly after. It was a tough pill to swallow for fans who had rooted for them both on and off screen.

To make matters even more painful for the *Alias* faithful, Vartan pretty much stomped on any lingering hope for a reunion when he told E! in 2018, quite definitively, that the pair were “never, ever getting back together.” Talk about a final nail in the coffin! Still, their on-screen and brief off-screen romance remains a highlight of early 2000s celeb gossip.

4. **Vanessa Hudgens and Josh Hutcherson**When you think of Vanessa Hudgens’ dating history, your mind probably zooms straight to her iconic relationship with Zac Efron, right? It was the *High School Musical* romance that defined a generation! But after ‘Zanessa’ split, Vanessa was linked to another famous former child actor, and you might have totally missed it.

Cast your memory back to 2011, and you’ll find Vanessa linked to none other than Josh Hutcherson, her costar in *Journey 2: The Mysterious Island*. They were quite the cute duo, flying under the radar compared to her previous high-profile romance. What’s wild is how we even found out they had dated and, more importantly, broken up!

Their split was inadvertently revealed during an incredibly awkward *TODAY* interview where the two were asked point-blank whether they were dating. The silence that followed was absolutely deafening – you could cut the tension with a knife! But credit where credit is due, the two recovered like pros, proving that even A-listers can handle an uncomfortable moment with grace. Still, it was a moment for the history books!

5. **Emmy Rossum and Sam Esmail**Here’s another couple who have mastered the art of keeping their relationship, marriage, and even their kids out of the bright glare of the spotlight. We’re talking about Emmy Rossum and the incredibly talented director and writer Sam Esmail, whom you probably know best as the brilliant creator of the hit show *Mr. Robot*. Their story is surprisingly charming, even if it was kept hush-hush.

Their connection began when Sam started working with Emmy on the 2014 film *Comet*. As often happens in Hollywood, professional collaboration turned into something more personal, and they began dating. But their engagement story? It’s truly something special! Sam proposed in 2015, and he did it by mocking up a copy of the *New York Times* Modern Love column. Yes, he proposed through a fake *New York Times* article! How incredibly creative and cute is that?

They took their relationship to the next level and got married in 2017. Ever since then, they have largely kept their lives out of the public eye and mostly offline. It’s a testament to their commitment to privacy that many fans might not even realize they’re a couple, let alone married with children. Sometimes, the most beautiful romances are the ones kept just for two.

6. **Mark Ronson and Rashida Jones**Prepare for a blast from the past, because this duo is a truly surprising pairing from the early 2000s! We’re talking about the super talented musician, songwriter, and DJ Mark Ronson, and the hilarious actress Rashida Jones, whom you definitely recognize from *Parks and Rec* (among many other fantastic roles, obv). They were introduced by mutual friends, and their romance blossomed pretty quickly.

Mark and Rashida dated in 2002 and wasted no time making things official, getting engaged in 2003. They were certainly a stylish and cool couple, but alas, their engagement wasn’t meant to last, and they parted ways in 2004. Breakups can be messy, but it seems these two managed to keep things incredibly amicable, which is pretty rare in Hollywood.

In fact, the two apparently remained friends! Fast forward to 2019, and Jones even interviewed Ronson for *Interview* magazine. During that chat, Ronson candidly opened up about their past. He reflected, “When you and I were together, we were really struggling and busting our asses. You were auditioning, getting some parts, but not maybe the way some of your peers were. I was completely not where my peers were.” He sweetly added, “That’s why I’m so excited for your success and everything that you’ve done. I know exactly how hard you’ve been working since you got out of college.” It’s always nice to see exes supporting each other!

7. **Elisabeth Moss and Fred Armisen**Okay, get ready for a truly quick — and then quickly over — celebrity romance! Like so many stars before them, Fred Armisen and Elisabeth Moss first crossed paths on the iconic set of *Saturday Night Live*. Little did they know, their professional encounter would swiftly turn into a whirlwind personal one, albeit a very brief one.

Less than a year after meeting, in 2009, they got engaged, and then, in true Hollywood speed, they swiftly married that very same year. It seemed like a match made in comedy and drama heaven! However, the honeymoon phase must have been exceptionally short, because less than a year after their wedding, they announced their divorce in September 2011.

Moss later offered a truly revealing — and pretty brutal — insight into their relationship when she spoke to Page Six in 2012. She famously quipped, “One of the greatest things I heard someone say about him is, ‘He’s so great at doing impersonations. But the greatest impersonation he does is that of a normal person.’ To me, that sums it up.” Ouch! That’s one way to describe a past relationship, and it definitely sheds some light on why this particular union was so short-lived. Talk about spilling the tea! This brief but memorable coupling certainly left a mark.”

Alright, pop culture fanatics! We’ve already taken a wild ride through some truly unbelievable celebrity hookups that had us scratching our heads. But hold onto your popcorn, because our journey down Hollywood’s secret dating lanes is far from over. Get ready to gasp, giggle, and maybe even Google a few more names, because we’ve got another seven mind-blowing, totally forgotten romances that are about to blow your mind and prove that even in the age of constant social media, some sparks can still fly completely under the radar!

8. **Keira Knightley and Jamie Dornan**Prepare for a full-circle moment if you’re a fan of period dramas and, shall we say, *spicy* modern literature. Back in the early 2000s, before he was captivating audiences as Christian Grey and she was gracing historical epics, Keira Knightley and Jamie Dornan were a thing! They actually met at a photoshoot in 2003, which, let’s be honest, sounds like the most Hollywood way to start a romance ever.

Their relationship lasted a couple of years, with the two dating until 2005. They kept things super low-key, opting not to confirm their relationship to the press, a strategy that clearly worked, given how many people probably missed this pairing! Jamie Dornan later shed some light on what it was like to be a part of such a high-profile, albeit private, romance.

He even spoke about the “pressure” that came with it, though he quickly clarified some misreported quotes. More tellingly, he shared with the *Evening Standard* in 2014, “It was a strange environment to find yourself in, being hounded and followed.” Sounds like even when you’re trying to keep things quiet, the spotlight still finds a way to make itself known!

9. **Kirsten Dunst and Jake Gyllenhaal**Okay, if you didn’t know these two dated, you’re officially excused, because it was a *long* time ago! We’re talking early 2000s, when both Kirsten Dunst and Jake Gyllenhaal were in their early twenties. Their meet-cute was pure Hollywood: Jake’s sister, Maggie, played matchmaker, introducing them, and clearly, it worked! They dove into things pretty quickly, moving in together and even getting a shared furry friend.

Their relationship spanned from 2002 to 2004, making them a pretty significant pairing for that era. And while their romance might have slipped from collective memory, one particular moment lives on in internet infamy: that iconic photo of Kirsten eating salad with her fingers while Jake stares intently at her. Seriously, if you haven’t seen it, stop reading right now and Google it. It’s peak early-aughts celebrity candidness.

Alas, like many Hollywood romances, theirs eventually fizzled out. When they split, Jake reportedly kept the dog, which is always the real tell of who gets custody in a celebrity breakup, right? Both have since moved on, and it sounds like they aren’t exactly grabbing coffee together these days, professing to be “not close” after all these years.

10. **Matthew Morrison and Kristen Bell**Here’s a little factoid that will make your pop culture radar go off: Kristen Bell and Matthew Morrison actually dated! Yes, *that* Kristen Bell, your favorite delightful human, and *that* Matthew Morrison, the beloved Mr. Schuester from *Glee*! This revelation came courtesy of Kristen herself, who spilled the beans to *Us Weekly* back in 2010.

She casually mentioned, “I actually went to college with Matty Morrison…We actually dated very briefly, so I’ll have to say maybe Matt Morrison is my favorite part of Glee for various reasons.” Talk about a mic drop! While she kept the juicy details to herself, the idea of these two crossing paths, let alone dating, is absolutely wild.

We might not have many more tidbits about their brief college romance, but it’s clear there’s no bad blood. Kristen went on to marry the hilarious Dax Shepard in 2013, and Matthew was linked to other famous faces like Olivia Munn and Lea Michele. The two even reunited for a group photo at a UNICEF ball in 2011, proving that some exes can actually be, you know, *cordial*. We love to see it!

11. **Jennifer Garner and Scott Foley**Okay, *Alias* fans, get ready for a trip back in time, even further back than the Michael Vartan days! Before Sydney Bristow found love with Michael Vaughn on-screen (and then off-screen), Jennifer Garner was actually married to another co-star: Scott Foley! Their romance started on the set of the hit show *Felicity*, where Jennifer made a brief guest appearance in 1998 as Scott’s character Noel’s long-distance girlfriend. Talk about life imitating art!

Their real-life connection blossomed quickly, leading them to tie the knot in 2000. It seemed like a match made in early 2000s TV heaven! However, their marital bliss wasn’t destined to last. They announced their separation in April 2003, around the time Jennifer’s career was skyrocketing with *Alias* and her undeniable chemistry with Michael Vartan was making headlines.

While they didn’t explicitly say it at the time, the pressures of Jennifer’s rising fame and working closely with her new “hot coworker” on *Alias* might have played a role. Despite the split, both Garner and Foley refuted infidelity rumors and managed to remain relatively amicable. Jennifer even reflected on their relationship in a 2013 *Allure* interview, saying, “Oh, [Scott’s] a great guy. We were full-on grown-ups, but looking back I’m aware we did not know what hit us. We didn’t have a shot. He’s a really good guy, and we just imploded.” A candid and refreshing take!

12. **Alanis Morissette and Ryan Reynolds**If your brain just did a full-on glitch when you read those two names together, you are not alone! The iconic singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette and the endlessly charming actor Ryan Reynolds were actually a couple, and for a while! This pairing felt a bit random to many, and apparently, sometimes even to the two of them. They both hail from Canada, and reportedly met at a party hosted by none other than Drew Barrymore in 2002.

Their romance quickly became serious, leading to an engagement in 2004. They were quite the public pair, often seen on red carpets, not shy about their PDA. But alas, even the most passionate flames can flicker out. They first broke up in 2006, then seemingly got back together, only to break up *again*. Ouch!

Morissette later opened up about the difficulty of dating another celebrity in a 2008 interview with the *LA Times*. She candidly shared, “I think it’s the straw that breaks the camel’s back…I was a full-blown love addict, so it was like, ‘I can’t keep doing this, my body can’t take it.’ For someone who is a love addict, [breakups are] debilitating.” It sounds like a truly intense chapter in her life, reminding us that celebrity breakups aren’t always easy, even for the stars.

13. **Jason Schwartzman and Zooey Deschanel**Alright, indie film buffs, prepare to have your minds blown! Turns out, two of Hollywood’s most quirky and beloved stars, Jason Schwartzman and Zooey Deschanel, had a serious romance! This was reportedly Zooey’s first serious relationship, and it actually had a fun, full-circle beginning. They initially dated when she was just 19 years old, but then rekindled their spark thanks to an unexpected cupid: Dustin Hoffman!

Zooey shared the adorable detail with *Cosmopolitan* in 2005, revealing that Dustin “invited us over at the same time. He was like, ‘I’ll leave you two alone.’ It was clear he was setting us up.” How charmingly old-school Hollywood is that? Following this delightful intervention, the two dated again from 2003 to 2005.

Details about their renewed romance are pretty scarce, as both tend to keep their personal lives out of the spotlight. After their split, Zooey would famously be linked to Jonathan Scott, while Jason settled down with Brady Cunningham. But it’s still wild to think about this super cool, super indie-darling pairing that quietly existed in the Hollywood dating scene!

14. **Jared Leto and Cameron Diaz**Hold the phone, because this is one of those celebrity hookups that makes you do a double-take and immediately wonder, “How did I *not* know about this?!” Yes, the one and only Jared Leto and the legendary Cameron Diaz were a couple, and for quite a significant stretch of time! The reason this pairing might be news to you is simple: they mastered the art of privacy. Despite occasionally being photographed together, they kept their relationship very, very quiet.

Their relationship reportedly spanned from 1999 to 2003. That’s four whole years of secret coupledom in the wild world of Hollywood! There were even whispers that they got engaged at some point, though, given their commitment to privacy, those rumors were never confirmed and ultimately, it seems, did not lead to a walk down the aisle.

After their super-stealthy split, both went on to have other high-profile relationships. Cameron dated Justin Timberlake and Alex Rodriguez before tying the knot with Benji Madden in 2015. Jared, for his part, was linked to Katy Perry and Scarlett Johansson. It just goes to show you that even the most famous faces can keep a love story under wraps, leaving us all playing catch-up years later!

And there you have it, folks! Another deep dive into the surprising, head-spinning, and sometimes just plain bizarre celebrity relationships that somehow managed to slip through the cracks of our collective memory. From secret engagements to awkward on-camera reveals, Hollywood’s dating pool is truly a gift that keeps on giving, isn’t it? It just goes to show you that even with all the cameras and all the gossip, some stars prefer to keep their romantic sparks for themselves. But hey, that’s what we’re here for — to unearth those hidden gems and keep the pop culture conversation *super* interesting. So, which forgotten hookup surprised you the most? We know you’ve got thoughts!