Who has been married 44 years: One of the Beatles or the Rolling Stones?
With rock stars like Paul McCartney and Phil Collins making headlines for their $50 million dollar divorce settlements, it’s starting to seem as though all Hollywood weddings and rock’n’roll marriages are doomed.
However, long before Britney was divorced (twice) or Mariah Carey eloped, rock stars were walking down the aisle—and making it last.
Today we’re taking a look at some of the longest-lasting marriages in the rock music world. Members of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones have had successful relationships, but who comes out on top? Find out! (And, if you’re in the mood, check out some free wedding music mp3s).
Top Rock Star Weddings
11. David Bowie and Iman: Married 16 Years
A rockstar and a supermodel? Sounds like the recipe for marital success to us!
Free David Bowie MP3—Rebel Rebel MP3
10. John Cougar Mellencamp and Elaine Irwin: Married 16 Years
9. Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa: Married 17 Years
8. Jon Bon Jovi (Bon Jovi) and Dorothea Hurley: Married 19 Years
Known for writing catchy love songs, it’s no surprise that Bon Jovi married his childhood sweetheart.
7. George Harrison (Beatles) and Olivia Trinidad Arias: Married 23 Years (until Harrison’s death in 2001).
6. Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones) and Jo Howard—Unfortunately, after 23 years of marriage, this couple seems to be headed for divorce court, but they’re still married for now, so they’re on our list.
5. Keith Richards (Rolling Stones) and Patti Hansen: Married 25 Years
Yeah, we were pretty shocked by this one, too!
4. Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne: Married 26 Years
3. Ringo Starr (Beatles) and Barbara Bach: Married 27 Years
The Beatle drummer found happiness with one of the Bond Girl beauties from the James Bond films, lucky fella.
2. Paul McCartney (Beatles) and Linda McCartney: Married 29 Years (until Linda’s death)
Paul and Linda had one of the best marriages in rock’n’roll history. Unfortunately, things with Heather Mills didn’t go quite as well.
Free Beatles MP3—Can’t Buy Me Love MP3
And, the winner of best Rock Star marriage is…
1. Charlie Watts of the Rolling Stones
Charlie Watt married Shirley Ann Shepherd in October of 1964, which means they’ve been married for 44 years. While the other Rolling Stones were out partying, the soft-spoken drummer used to speak openly about how much he missed his wife and family while on tour.
Being married for 44 years is a long time by any standard, and considering Watts is a member of one of the most famous bands in the world—The Rolling Stones—it’s AMAZING!
Free Rolling Stones MP3—Satisfaction Free MP3
What do you think?
Are you surprised that Rock Stars can make their marriages last?
Can young stars learn something from these successful marriages?
Leave a comment and tell us what you think.
VJ says...
01.13.09 10:49 am
What about Roger and Heather Daltrey….hasn’t been 44 years but I believe they have been married for 38 or 39!