Delving into other people’s lives, whether in celebrity or political relationships, offers an exciting escape. While age gaps are nothing new in any relationship, they have sparked mixed reactions. Although some find it cringe-worthy, as long as both parties are consenting adults, it’s not for us to judge. However, you still can’t get rid of that uncomfortable feeling when you see a couple with a huge age gap.
1. John and Jackie Kennedy (12-year age gap)
Once upon a time, Jacqueline Bouvier, a camera girl, got invited to a dinner in Georgetown to meet John Kennedy through mutual friends. Their first meeting was a hit, and Kennedy was smitten, saying she was unlike any girl he knew. Funny enough, Jackie had to leave early because she had a date with another guy. But that didn’t deter John. He chased after her to New York, and they dated for two years before he popped the question. They got hitched on September 12, 1953, in Newport, Rhode Island, with an age difference of 12 years.
2. Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni-Sarkozy (13-year age gap)
Carla Bruni made it big as a model, working for top brands like Christian Dior and Givenchy. In 2007, she met Nicolas Sarkozy, the president of France, at a dinner party, and it was love at first sight. Just four months later, they tied the knot, making her the first lady of France. Despite their age difference, 40 and 53, they had a daughter together and kids from previous relationships. Carla once said she gets bored with monogamy but loves the excitement of desire.
3. Glenn Greenwald and David Miranda (18-year age gap)
Famous journalist Glenn Greenwald and Brazilian politician David Miranda had a lovely meet-cute. They bumped into each other at the Ipanema beach in Rio de Janeiro when Miranda accidentally spilled his drink during a volleyball game. Talk about fate! Despite their 18-year age gap, they hit it off and got married in 2005. They’re still going strong and have two adopted kids and, get this, twenty-four (!!!) rescue dogs! As any prominent gay couple, they faced some criticism, but their love has stood the test of time.
