To quote MTV, the old Taylor Swift wasn’t the only popular figure that died this year. We also said goodbye to many Hollywood couples who decided to part ways.
As we approach the end of 2017, here’s a look back at the shocking and sad celebrity splits. It’s crushing to think that their love is now buried six feet under (may it rest in peace). Fingers crossed, we won’t have to mourn anymore broken relationships from high-profile couples.
1. Jennifer Lawrence and Darren Aronofsky
Speaking of abusive, Jennifer Hudson “requested and received a protective order against her ex-fiancé (David Otunga)” in “the best interest of their son (David Jr., 8)”. After spending 10 years together, it’s heartbreaking that the situation between the former flames ended so messy.
10. Mel B and Stephen Belafonte
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom first caught everyone’s attention when they were spotted vacationing together in Hawaii. Many even joked that the pop star’s single “Rise” was inspired by Bloom’s naked photos. Sadly, the beautiful couple called it quits at the end of February. However, they were seen cuddling at Ed Sheeran’s concert 4 months ago.
13. Robert Pattinson and FKA Twigs
Robert Pattinson and FKA Twigs first became an item in September 2014. It didn’t take long before the British actor and the indie singer got engaged in April 2015. It’s really a shame because news broke that the pair called off their engagement in October although sources claim they had broken up “several months ago”.
14. Paul Wesley and Phoebe Tonkin
Are couples destined not remain together in “The Vampire Diaries”? Many of us were disappointed that “Delena” didn’t work out. So when it was reported that another of our favourite couple, Paul Wesley and Phoebe Tonkin, had ran its course, we were devastated. Although the former flames have stayed mum about their private lives throughout their 4-year relationship, Wesley and Tonkin have never been shy about sharing lovey-dovey snapshots of each other on their Instagram accounts.
15. Claire Holt and Matthew Kaplan
Relationships are really fragile in Hollywood aren’t they? The day before their one-year wedding anniversary, Claire Holt and Matthew Kaplan filed for divorce. Many of you may remember the 28-year-old Australian actress from playing Rebekah Mikaelson in “The Originals”. Holt, who took Kaplan’s last name, requested for her original surname to be restored.
16. Amy Schumer and Ben Hanisch
We couldn’t be happier for Amy Schumer when she revealed that her then-boyfriend, Ben Hanisch, is an eye candy. Since Schumer and the furniture designer split in May, the funny comedian has been linked with chef and “Beetlebung Farm Cookbook” author Chris Fischer.
17. Tyra Banks and Erik Asla
It wasn’t a total shocker when we found out that Tyra Banks was dating famous photographer Erik Asla. She’s a top model after all. But just when we were getting better acquainted with her baby daddy after they welcomed their son, York Banks Asla, the couple went separate ways. Having said that, Asla still uploads stunning photos of Banks on his Instagram account.
Sources: MTV, Pop Sugar, US Magazine.
