The year 2023 was full of surprises and drama in the world of entertainment. Many celebrity couples called it quits, leaving their fans heartbroken and confused. Some of these breakups were amicable and mutual, while others were messy and scandalous. Here are 10 of the biggest celebrity breakups of 2023 that made headlines:
Blackpink Jisoo and Ahn Bo-hyun
The K-pop star and the actor were one of the most popular and adorable couples in the industry. They met on the set of the hit drama Itaewon Class and confirmed their relationship in 2022. However, they announced their breakup in June 2023, citing busy schedules and different goals as the reasons. They said they remain friends and support each other’s careers.
Cardi B and Offset
The rap power couple had a tumultuous relationship since they got married in 2017. They had a daughter, Kulture, in 2018, but also faced rumors of infidelity and divorce. They reconciled several times, but finally decided to end their marriage in September 2023. Cardi B filed for divorce, saying they grew apart and had irreconcilable differences. They said they still love and respect each other as co-parents and friends.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez
The singer and the former baseball player were engaged for two years and planned to get married in 2020, but postponed their wedding due to the pandemic. They seemed to be a perfect match, blending their families and businesses together. However, they shocked their fans when they announced their split in April 2023, after reports of Rodriguez’s alleged affair with a reality TV star. They said they realized they were better off as friends and wished each other the best.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
The reality TV star and the rapper were one of the most famous and influential couples in the world. They got married in 2014 and had four children, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm. They also collaborated on various projects, such as fashion, music, and social causes. However, they faced many challenges, such as West’s mental health issues, political views, and controversial statements. Kardashian filed for divorce in February 2023, after months of living separately. They said they wanted to focus on their children and their own happiness.
Emma Stone and Dave McCary
The Oscar-winning actress and the Saturday Night Live writer and director were a low-key and private couple. They met in 2016, when Stone hosted SNL and starred in a sketch directed by McCary. They got engaged in 2019 and secretly got married in 2020. They also welcomed their first child, a daughter, in March 2023. However, they surprised their fans when they announced their separation in August 2023, without giving any details. They said they wanted to keep their personal lives out of the public eye.
Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas
The actor and the actress met on the set of the thriller Deep Water in 2019 and started dating in early 2020. They spent the lockdown together and seemed to be very happy and in love. They also introduced each other to their families and friends, including Affleck’s ex-wife Jennifer Garner and their three children. However, they broke up in January 2023, after less than a year of dating. They said they had different plans for the future and decided to go their separate ways.
Zac Efron and Vanessa Valladares
The High School Musical star and the Australian model met in 2020, when Efron was filming a Netflix show in Australia. They hit it off and started a whirlwind romance. They moved in together and traveled around the country. They also sparked engagement rumors, when Valladares was spotted wearing a ring. However, they ended their relationship in April 2023, after 10 months of dating. They said they had a lot of fun together, but realized they were not compatible in the long run.
Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis
The actress and the comedian were together for nine years and engaged for seven. They had two children, Otis and Daisy. They were known for their comedic chemistry and supportive partnership. However, they confirmed their breakup in November 2023, after months of speculation. They said they had a mutual and amicable split and remained committed to co-parenting their kids.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky
The singer and the rapper were longtime friends and collaborators before they started dating in 2020. They made their relationship official in 2021 and appeared together on red carpets and magazine covers. They also gushed about each other in interviews and social media. However, they called it quits in October 2023, after less than a year of dating. They said they had a lot of love and respect for each other, but decided to focus on their careers and personal growth.
Harry Styles and Olivia Rodrigo
The pop star and the breakout singer were one of the most unexpected and exciting couples of 2023. They met at the Grammy Awards in March 2023, where they both won multiple awards and performed their hit songs. They started dating soon after and became the talk of the town. They also inspired each other’s music and fashion choices. However, they broke up in December 2023, after nine months of dating. They said they had a wonderful time together, but realized they were too young and busy to be in a serious relationship.
