Some of the most unforgettable celebrity kisses have happened in TV shows and movies, when actors simply pretend to be head over heels. But what about celebrity kisses off-screen? Real-life lovebirds are a whole other story, and let’s just say, something about their authenticity hits differently. Here are eight purely iconic photos of celebs kissing, giving off major love vibes.
This smooch between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez symbolized the rebirth of the legendary couple, who broke up in 2004 and rekindled their love almost 17 years later, in the spring of 2021. This photo was taken at the 2021 Venice Film Festival for the premiere of Affleck’s latest film, The Last Duel. Well, it ain’t over ‘til it’s over.
At their August 2018 On the Run II Tour concert, Beyoncé and JAY-Z got a late start due to weather issues before performing together at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. However, they shared an iconic surprise kiss as soon as the rain stopped, starting the show off right.
While it may seem like everything between this couple was perfect, Kim Kardashian famously married Kris Humphries in August 2011, and filed for divorce 72 days later. Their relationship will go down in Hollywood history.
After Megan and Harry were officially declared husband and wife in May 2018, the pair kissed as soon as they exited St. George’s Chapel instead of waiting to pose for the traditional newlywed kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. Talk about making their own rules.
After winning the Best Kiss award at the 2005 MTV Movie Awards for their onscreen smooch in The Notebook, the former real-life couple shared an iconic lip-lock that could be considered the most romantic live TV moment of all time.
Following their 2011 royal wedding, Prince William and Kate Middleton shared their long-awaited public kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. Classic.
At the 2021 VMAs in September, the newly-engaged couple shared an especially juicy kiss, to say the least.