Love at 30,000 Feet: Zoe Saldaña and Other Celebs’ Off-Screen Romances
Ah, the glamorous life of A-listers on the red carpet—who doesn’t love a good gown and some stunning bling? But let’s be real: not all love stories in Hollywood are written in the spotlight. Take Zoe Saldaña, a nominee for the Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the 2025 Oscars, who initially found romance way up high—no, not in the tabloids, but rather on a Virgin America flight from Los Angeles to New York, post-Thanksgiving. It’s almost like a rom-com itself! Saldaña recounted her first meeting with artist Marco Perego-Saldaña during an episode of The Drew Barrymore Show. The two had crossed paths several times before—each thinking the other was way out of their league—until a casual chat on a plane led to a whirlwind romance. Who would’ve thought that a few email exchanges and a visit to his studio would lead to an inseparable bond, right? Isn’t love just the quirkiest thing?
As Zoe prepares to strut her stuff at the Oscars, she reflects on the hilarious moments from the 2025 Critics Choice Awards, including her husband’s near bathroom disaster right before her big acceptance speech. And let’s not gloss over those adorable family moments she shared on Instagram—showcasing her with Marco and their three adorable kids. Bless his heart for making it back just in time!
Saldaña’s love story isn’t unique in the glitzy world of celebs. Stars like Lana Del Rey have also found romance away from Hollywood’s flickering lights, marrying wildlife tour guide Jeremy Dufrene after meeting at a national park in Louisiana. Even Bella Hadid has gotten in on the action—she met cowboy Adan Banuelos at a horse show in Texas, proving that love sometimes gallops through unexpected avenues. In a world overflowing with glitz and glam, these offbeat love stories are a refreshing reminder that real connections can happen in the most mundane of places. Just goes to show that true love can fly under the radar—literally!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online, W Magazine, People Magazine
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