Perhaps because of these factors, many couples decide never to tie the knot. The reasoning they follow is that without the pressures of marriage, they might be better able to adjust their relationship to have a better chance of succeeding. In this article, we will present the list of couples who have decided not to marry despite being in long-term relationships, compiled by the reputable Ranker.com. Some of them have families together while others have thought that sharing a pet would allow them to go as far as they want.

• Kurt Russell & Goldie Hawn

Goldie Hawn first met Kurt Russell on the set of the 1968 film The Only True Original Family Ties. Although sparks flew between the couple, Hawn thought Kurt was too young for her. By the way, she was 21 years old, while her future boyfriend was 16 years old. So the relationship had to wait another 15 years during which Goldie married twice, first to actor-director Gus Trikonis and then to singer Bill Hudson. Meanwhile, Kurt met Susan Hubley on the set of the TV movie ‘Elvis’, fell in love and married in 1979. In 1983, in the midst of a divorce, he met Goldie again on the set of the movie ‘Swing ‘Shift’ and fell in love. And since then the couple has been in relationship. In an interview, Kurt called marriage a good symbol, but she didn’t have to be a part of it.

• Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins

Although Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins split in 2009, but with 23 years of relationship, they were once one of the successful couples. They first met in 1988 while filming the American romantic comedy sports film Bill Durham. In the film, Susan was cast against Kevin Costner, but she fell in love with the lanky Tim, who was the supporting actor in the film. Susan was nearly 12 years her boyfriend’s senior, but they were similar in terms of political views (Liberal) and religious leanings (Roman Catholic). They have two sons, Jack Henry, born May 15, 1989, and Miles Guthrie, born May 4, 1992. The couple were going strong until Tim’s split in 2009 due to a so-called midlife crisis. and “madness”.

• Oprah Winfrey & Stedman Graham

Oprah Winfrey is one of the most famous TV personality and the richest self-made woman in America at $2.9 billion plus net worth. Her boyfriend, Stedman Graham, may not have the personal fortune to be anywhere near Oprah’s, but he’s known for his self-help books. The couple became engaged in November 1992 but did not marry, preferring to have “spiritual union”. And after almost 30 years of relationship, the spiritual union seems to be working well for the couple. Not much is known about their relationship due to the very private nature of the relationship and the couple’s tendency to keep their relationship a secret. However, Oprah has shed some light on their first date. She told People magazine, that they went waterskiing on their first date. However, Stedman, who attempted to get up 28 times, did not make a particularly favorable impression. Luckily for him, everything worked out in the end.

• Jon Hamm & Jennifer Westfeldt

Jon Hamm has become one of the most popular faces in television thanks to his role as ad executive Don Draper on the AMC drama series Mad Men. He even won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series in 2008 for his brilliant performances. However, he hasn’t let his fame affect his 17-year relationship with screenwriter and actress Jennifer Westfeldt. The secret of their success? Well, it’s no secret. The couple was open about everything and has nothing to hide from each other. They certainly aren’t opposed to starting a family, but marriage isn’t on the horizon just yet. They recently got over split rumors and Jon’s stint in rehab for alcohol addiction.

Update – They broke up in September 2015.

• Spencer Tracy & Katharine Hepburn

Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn’s novelAll the ingredients of a legendary love story. It was against society norms, intense, passionate and incredibly romantic. When they first met on the sets of Woman of the Year, Spencer was a highly paid and one of Hollywood’s most popular actors. And, Hepburn was a rebel, wore pants before they became popular, and was a quintessential “modern woman.” Within a week of the shooting, they had fallen in love and were comfortable calling each other with pet names Kate and Spence. The pair used to have lunch together and fell in love over lunch in the parking lot. Despite their 25-year relationship, they were unable to formalize their relationship as Spencer was married to actress Louise Treadwell.

• Johnny Depp & Vanessa Paradis

Hollywood heartthrob Johnny Depp met Frenchactress Vanessa Paradis through a mutual friend in 1994. However, Depp was already in a relationship with British model Kate Moss, so nothing happened. But Vanessa was impressed. They met four years later in Paris and this time it was love at first sight, for both, as Johnny says, there was an instant attraction. The couple made their first public appearance in 1999 when Johnny received an award from the Hollywood Walk of Fame star. After three months of dating, Vanessa was pregnant with their daughter, Lily-Rose. Trying to keep their family life safe from media glare, the couple spent as much time together as possible. However, it wasn’t enough when the couple announced their separation in June 2012.

• Ricky Gervais & Jane Fallon

Ricky Gervais and Jane Fallon have been in a relationship for more than 30 years. But they have no plans to get married, they never had. Reason? Gervais says there’s no point in holding a ceremony in front of the gods because there’s nothing good in it. Jane has been with Ricky for a long time since he became one of the most popular standup comedians – seven BAFTA Awards , five British Comedy Awards , three Golden Globe Awards and two Emmy AwardsWinner and successful producer. They met in 1982 while studying at University College London and have been in a relationship since 1984. Besides marriage, they have avoided having children. Why? Gervais, in his characteristically witty way, has claimed that they are sponges. Well whatever works for them.