The love that exists in Hollywood experiences unpredictable storms and excessive limelight but a relationship that lives through all of this can survive most bumps on the road. While we have seen many of our favorite celeb couples go separate ways, two love birds that reinstate our faith in true love are Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn. This stellar celebrity couple has been together for more than 35 years and their love has evolved through all these decades. Their chemistry gained a lot of attention. However, this charming couple has recently announced something big that has made the fans speculate a lot.
Announcing Through Hidden Words
While many celeb couples refrain from speaking about their relationship in interviews and on red carpets, Goldie Hawn has always expressed her views about a long-term relationship and all that is required to make one successful. The ups and downs are inevitable and so, it all depends on those two people. During an interview, she shared, “monogamy is a very tough order. You’re in the prime of your life, you are attracted to other people, potentially, you have fantasies about that.” Little did the fans know, this statement had a lot hidden that was revealed later!
That First Meeting
Love at first sight might be a thing but relationships can’t begin with just one meeting and eye contact. For Goldie and Kurt, the start was chaotic too. They met during the filming of 1968’s “The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band” in 1966. Both the stars were just sort of newbies to this career at that time. “I was 21 and he was 16. I thought he was adorable, but he was much too young,” Goldie Hawn revealed. Russell had played roles in just three movies when they met while that was Hawn’s debut.
Spotlight On The Age Gap
Goldie and Kurt had a memorable time on the sets of “The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band” while shooting. They felt comfortable with each other’s presence on the set and that was all for them during those days. They might have felt something but they never thought about being in a relationship. The age gap between them was also a factor that made them hesitate before indulging in any emotions. Russell was just a teenager with dreams to make it big in Hollywood and Hawn was working hard to grab some significant roles.
Experiencing Stardom
After that short meeting and making precious memories on the set, Hawn and Russell continued to move on with their lives separately. Turns out, these two talented individuals were on their way to stardom. One year after these two appeared in a movie together, Hawn received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Cactus Flower. The accomplishments didn’t end there for Hawn as she was nominated for an Oscar for her character in Private Benjamin. She was becoming the most sought-after actress and a lot more was awaiting this new star.
Spreading The Goldie Charm
Goldie Hawn had tasted fame in unimaginable ways and her hard work was paying off. During the 1970s, she was making hit shows and becoming a huge star. After hosting two comedy shows, “Pure Goldie” (1971) and “The Goldie Hawn Special” (1978), Hawn was creating magic in the industry. In 1972, she stepped into the music world and signed for Warner Brothers. Her album called “Goldie” is a country classic. The iconic country musicians Dolly Parton and Buck Owens had a significant role to play in Hawn’s record.
Russell’s Humble Beginnings
For Russell, the struggle period didn’t seem to cease. He didn’t achieve fame despite a few years of being in the industry. When Russell portrayed the role of Elvis Presley in the made-for-TV movie “Elvis”, he received a lot of appreciation and an Emmy award nomination. Next, he was a part of John Carpenter’s action series and that was a huge break too. He even starred in “Escape From New York” and “Escape from Los Angeles”. The 1982 remake of “The Thing” also had this star team of Russell and Carpenter in action.
Mysterious Connection With Walt Disney
There have been quite a few speculations regarding the bond that Walt Disney and Kurt Russell shared especially after it was revealed that the last words written by Walt Disney were “Kurt Russell”. Russell shared that he was called years after Walt Disney’s death and the woman in the office pointed at something and asked him if he knew what it was about. She told him that his name was the last thing Walt Disney wrote. Russell was just a teen when Walt Disney passed away but it looks like he felt a spark in this teenager.
Chasing One Dream
Russell had always been a phenomenal baseball player and so, when he stepped into acting, he had to make a hard choice. He wanted to play baseball professionally but he found himself in a pickle when he had to choose. Russell played baseball in the minor leagues and was a lead batter with a .563 average as he played for the California Angels. During an unfortunate incident, Russell tore his rotator cuff while playing once and he didn’t recover from that injury. That’s when he knew that acting was his true calling!
Towards A Different Future
Russell and Hawn were headed on separate paths in their personal lives as they moved forward in their careers as actors. Hawn tied the knot with the dancer, Gus Trikonis in 1969 but they split up after 7 years. A few months later, she married Bill Hudson and they had two kids together – Oliver and Kate Hudson. Russell fell in love and took the vows in 1979 with Season Hubley, an actress. They had a son who they named Boston. They might have thought that they found their “happy ending” but something wasn’t aligning.
Parting Ways
For Russell and Hubley, things went downhill in their marriage and they decided to part ways after being married for four years. They had a divorce in 1983. Hawn found herself in a similar situation with Hudson. They were not in a healthy relationship and that led to their divorce in 1980. Turns out, both these stars were single during the beginning of the 80s. They were focusing on their careers and could have never predicted the next turn in their lives. They were bound to run into each other after all this while.
Second Time’s A Charm…
In 1983, Russell was ready to work on his next film called “Swing Shift” and Goldie Hawn was starring opposite him. After all these years, they met on the movie set again. Russell recalled the conversation he had with Hawn when they met the second time. “I was severely hungover and I didn't know Goldie at all outside of having worked with her those many years before,” he revealed. “So the first thing that came out was, ‘Man, you've got a great figure.’ It came out quickly and it could've gone wrong, and she said, ‘Why thank you.’”
The First Date Adventure
Hawn was impressed by Russell’s “pick-up” line and soon, they planned to go on a first date. They went to watch a movie and made a stop at a swing club on their way back home. Their date turned adventurous as they tried to break into Hawn’s new home since she didn’t have the keys. He explained, “We eventually found our way upstairs, looking around at imaginary furniture. We were in the imaginary bedroom when the police walked in because we had to break into the place to get in. That was our first date.”
Building A Family
Russell and Hawn became inseparable after their first date. They knew that they were made for each other. Even though Hawn and Russell had kids from their previous marriages, they were thrilled to welcome a baby together. On July 10, 1986, the couple gave birth to their first child – Wyatt Russell, and the little one had love flooding in from his half-siblings. “We all have dinner together quite often. My daughter lives down the street from me, so I see her a lot,” Hawn shared. Wyatt also pursued acting and appeared in various movies including “22 Jump Street”.
A Family Of Stars
This couple’s kids were equally talented and were attracted to the glamorous life of the movie industry. They stepped into this field, worked hard to become one of the greatest movie stars of their time. Hawn motivated her daughter, Kate Hudson to keep working towards her dreams and we all know the fame she gained with her immense talent. Kate’s roles in movies such as “How To Lose A Guy In Ten Days”, “My Best Friend’s Girl” and “Raising Helen” were highly applauded. Kate even owns a fitness clothing company and has been awarded for her awe-inspiring roles.
Climbing The Ladder Of Fame
Kate Hudson didn’t have everything served to her in a platter when she decided to pursue acting. Being a daughter of two rich and famous personalities who had established themselves as the stars of Hollywood may seem like an advantage but it can turn into a hurdle at any moment. So, Kate kept her last name “Hudson” as she chased her dreams. After being a big part of the award-winning movie “Almost Famous”, she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
An Extraordinary Bond
Kate Hudson shares a beautiful connection with Kurt Russell, her stepdad. Kate considers him as her real dad. Her relationship with her biological father, Bill Hudson is slightly tense and complex. Kate shared all about her family bonds and said, “I have a beautiful mother. I have a stepfather who stepped in and played a huge, huge part in sharing what it is to have a dependable father figure in our life, but it doesn't take away from the fact that we didn't know our dad.” Russell has taken care of her since she was only 18 months old.
A Troubled Parent-Child Relationship
Oliver Hudson is also a well-known actor who has starred in multiple TV shows and movies. Oliver and Kate have made multiple efforts to contact their biological father but all in vain. Kate revealed, “I was thinking - I've been thinking a lot about Dad. I've been thinking about our sisters that we don't spend any time with, and our brother. Brothers. We've got four siblings we don't spend any time with.” Both of them eventually accepted the distance that has been created between them and their father. Fortunately, they always had Russell by their side as a father figure.
A Dramatic Battle For Parenthood
Oliver Hudson decided to communicate his emotions to the world regarding Bill Hudson on Father’s Day in 2015. He posted an old picture of him with Kate and Bill and captioned it, “Happy Abandonment Day”. Bill Hudson had a lot to say about their relationship. “I say to them now, ‘I set you free.’ I had five birth children but I now consider myself a father of three. I no longer recognize Oliver and Kate as my own.” He even said that Goldie “poisoned” the kids and pushed them away from him.
Delightful Mother-Daughter Love
Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson share a beautiful connection and Hawn has always been proud of her daughter. Kate is in awe of her mother and has spoken wonderful words for her during various interviews. Goldie gushed about Kate’s achievements and the elegance that she exudes. “As we grow older together, I can't express the amount of love, joy, laughter, sadness we share. She understands me, I understand her. We're girls. We share everything. She's, like, the greatest,” Hawn revealed.
Wyatt’s Journey In Hollywood
Wyatt Hudson chose the path of Hollywood taking inspiration from his parents and half-siblings. He is filled with tremendous talent as well. Wyatt rose to fame after starring in “Everybody Wants Some!!” which was basically a college baseball movie. Wyatt had been playing hockey before pursuing the limelight. He even reached a professional level of the game. Russell and Hawn have always been a strong support system to their kids and have given them the right advice. They always told Wyatt, “be on time, know your lines, and be a nice guy.”
From Parents To Grandparents
Russell and Hawn have a beautifully blended family and now, their kids are all grown up and commencing new life adventures. They have their own little families and it’s heartwarming to watch all the members celebrating each other. Kate is a mother of three kids, each with a different partner. She is dating Danny Fujikawa who is a musician, actor, and co-owner of a record company and gave birth to their daughter on October 2, 2018. Oliver Hudson is married to Erin Bartlett and they have three kids together.
Beliefs Of The Family
Both Kate and Oliver were raised Jewish as their mom follows those beliefs. Recently, this blended family has been indulging in meditation and realizing the powerful impact of this practice. In the Hawn-Russell household, Buddhism values are being welcomed with open arms. Kate and Oliver mediate with pure dedication and have experienced the relaxing effects that these sessions bring with them. They meditate at least once every day to stay calm and composed. During Oliver’s wedding, a Buddhist monk was hired by him to officiate the ceremony.
A Personal And Professional Balance
Hawn and Russell have been living together and their love has evolved over all this time. They have learned to strike a balance between their personal and professional lives. In 1984, they were on the set of “Swing Shift”, a romantic drama movie and the chemistry was overflowing. They worked together again in 1987 in the movie “Overboard”. Many years later, they watched it to relive those days. “You know how sometimes you forget why you fell in love? I remembered everything, and why I fell in love. It was really something to be able to watch that,” Hawn shared.
No “Save The Date” Cards?
There have been quite a few speculations around the wedding of Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell. They have been living together for more than three decades and have grown as a couple and built a beautiful family. However, they never tied the knot despite being truly in love. When Hawn was asked about this choice that they made, she asked, “What is marriage going to do for us?” Their children agree with this decision and have never pushed them for marriage. Hawn and Russell had something special in their lives to unveil.
Outside The Confines Of Marriage
While the majority of couples around the world consider marriage as one drastic moment of their lives that would take their relationship to another significant level, Hawn and Russell have never succumbed to the conventions that are created. They have a newfangled approach to romantic relationships and so, they never took those vows. “There’s something psychological about not being married because it gives you the freedom to make decisions one way or the other. For me, I chose to stay. Kurt chose to stay, and we like the choice,” Hawn revealed during an interview.
Sharing The Wedding Views
Hawn and Russell have similar views about marriage as they don’t consider it a crucial step towards commitment. They never let that spark waver and have unraveled the secret recipe of making a relationship work. Hawn shared, “You’ve just got to want to be together. I don’t think there’s any way other than do it.” Russell is on the same page as the love of his life and said, “For people like us, the marriage certificate wasn’t going to create anything that otherwise we wouldn’t have. I don’t know. 40 years isn’t enough to finally say, ‘Well I guess...’”
Walking On The Stars
Hawn and Russell celebrated a huge achievement on May 4, 2017, as they received stars on Hollywood’s Walk Of Fame. It was one of the most special moments that they would always treasure. The gleaming couple walked on the red carpet hand-in-hand leading to the Hollywood Boulevard and were grateful for all that they have achieved over all these years in Hollywood. The one unique thing about the “star revelation” was that it was a shared one. Their stars were present right next to each other that symbolized their striking accomplishments and evolving love.
A Star-Studded Event
The event where Russell and Hawn were honored with the stars on Hollywood’s Walk Of Fame was no less than a glamorous starlit wedding. All the family and friends were present there to cheer for the couple. Reese Witherspoon arrived to congratulate her friends. Quentin Tarantino, Pulp Fiction director was also in attendance to be a part of this celebration. Kate Hudson spoke the most heartwarming words for stepdad, Russell, and her mom, Goldie Hawn on that occasion. The air was filled with all sorts of emotions and everyone sang praises of the charming couple.
Kate’s Gratifying Words
Hawn was surprised by the whole event and revealed, “It turned out to be a lovefest. The last thing he said was, ‘I’ll always cherish you.’ I didn’t expect him to say those things. I had no idea he was going to be so beautiful.” Kate had to take the stage and give a speech dedicated to the two most fabulous people in her life. “I always thought I’d be talking about them at like a wedding or something. But since a wedding doesn’t seem to be in our near future, ever, this may be my only opportunity,” Kate shared.
Goldie’s Hysterical Response
While Kate slipped in the wedding topic in her speech, Hawn had a brilliant response ready for it. She definitely possesses a great sense of humor and her speech proved that. She made her way towards the podium and her first words were: “did we just get married?” Well, that’s Goldie Hawn for you, ladies and gentlemen! The people present there were amused and laughed out loud at this comment. She continued, “we’ve never had a celebration like this before, but I’m not going to pop the question.”
The List Of Achievements
Goldie Hawn was elated on the event when she and Russell unveiled their stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “I really went through something then because I didn’t know what it meant to be a star when people didn’t know who I was…I said yes to Kurt Russell,” Hawn expressed. “I said yes to Bill Hudson, and without Bill I wouldn’t have had Katie and Oliver. I wish my mom and dad could see me.” It was an emotional moment for the star couple and the same year, her movie with Amy Schumer “Snatched” was released.
Grateful For The Family
Russell expressed his gratitude towards his family and admitted that he is blessed to be the father of such talented and beautiful children. His speech might have brought tears in many eyes who stood there watching this family grow. “I owe a special debt of appreciation to my family. Thanks to my kids Boston, Oliver, Kate, and Wyatt. Any father would be blessed to be gifted with the lifetime you have brought me,” he proudly shared. It was a memorable moment for the Russell-Hawn family as they unraveled one of the biggest Hollywood accolades.
Russell’s Marvelous Year
For Russell, making movies is a passion he can never step away from. He performed in two blockbuster movies, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and “Fate of the Furious” that year. When he mentioned Goldie in his speech, everyone was in complete awe. He said, “Goldie, to you, I owe my wonderful life. Simply put, Goldie, I cherish you. All of the stars in the sky or the boulevard couldn’t hold a candle to that. There’s no one else I’d rather be next to than Goldie Hawn.” They shared a passionate kiss during the event as everyone cheered!
An Inspiring Sibling Bond
Kate and Oliver Hudson have a lot of love and respect for each other and after all these years, their bond has only grown stronger. They even have a professional connection with the collaboration on the fitness company launched by Kate. Oliver designs activewear for men called FL2 and the venture has taken off amazingly. They make an inspiring team with an impeccable blend of fitness and fashion. The company was launched in 2015 and the two have given everything to make it a huge success.
Reflecting On The Relationship
This celebrity couple has spent more than three decades together without tying a knot and it looks like they want to keep things this way for their entire lifetime. They talked about their unabating love and Russell revealed, “Look, I’ve said this for 34 years, I don’t think Goldie and I, in real terms, are any different than any other couple; we go through all the same things. But the important thing of who the two people are in a relationship is what you have to deal with. There’s gonna be ups and downs and sideways and everything else.”
Values Bequeathed To The Children
This celebrity couple has spent more than three decades together without tying a knot and it looks like they want to keep things this way for their entire lifetime. They talked about their unabating love and Russell revealed, “Look, I’ve said this for 34 years, I don’t think Goldie and I, in real terms, are any different than any other couple; we go through all the same things. But the important thing of who the two people are in a relationship is what you have to deal with. There’s gonna be ups and downs and sideways and everything else.”
Making Magnificent Movies And Memories
This couple may have not starred in many movies but whenever they appeared together on-screen, they were applauded. Hawn made a cameo in the Netflix film “The Christmas Chronicles” that starred Russell in 2018. They returned as Mr. and Mrs. Claus in its sequel. “I was excited about playing her. She hadn't been really defined yet really as a character.” Hawn shared. “She's always been in the background, making cookies. And now it's a new world, right? And they gave Mrs. Claus magic, and Kurt was a big part of that as well, of designing the character.”
A Fresh Perspective Towards Marriage
Hawn explains her views about the concept of marriage, “Well, we’re not at 40 years yet. Our children got married. I mean, they didn’t not get married. Oliver’s very happily married and Wyatt’s very happily married. Katie got married once and that didn’t work, and she’s with this most amazing human and I don’t know if she’ll marry again. The point is that we all tried marriage and sometimes marriage doesn’t work.” They have six grandchildren and they look forward to being on adventures with them. "It’s okay. It’s not about the marriage. It’s about the people and the relationship, and the will to stay together,” Hawn shared.
