Elizabeth Taylor is a remarkable actress with two Oscars to her name. Her performances in movies such as “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”, "Butterfield 8" and “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” are considered some of her best works.
Taylor was also known for her complicated personal life, marrying 8 times to seven different men. She had her romantic ups and downs that kept the public’s attention piqued throughout those years.
Taylor's Last Known Romance
The final chapter of romance for Elizabeth Taylor revealed a shocking link to actor Colin Farrell. “The Penguin” actor revealed their relationship in 2013 on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The couple shared an unusual connection despite him being 40 years younger than her.
Elizabeth Taylor's most recent lover, Colin Farrell SOURCE: Pinterest
Farrell opened up about their romance being unconventional, as they never had sexual intercourse. They started their unexpected romance under unique conditions. Their paths crossed when his son Henry was born and Taylor was fighting with her heart problems in the same hospital.
When they were in the hospital, Elizabeth and Colin gave each other flowers. This connection for neither of them was easy to forget. He could not resist the magnetic pull and visited the late actress, after which they embarked on a romantic journey until her passing.
Past Marriages
Larry Fortensky
Taylor's last marriage was with Larry Fortensky, a construction worker. Their story started in 1998 in a somewhat unforeseen location – the Betty Ford Clinic. She was looking for help with her struggles with pills, while he visited regarding issues related to alcohol.
Elizabeth and Larry's wedding on October 6, 1991, took place in a lavish ceremony at Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch. However, the marriage faced challenges, leading to their divorce on October 31, 1996, citing irreconcilable differences. Despite the end of their marital journey, they chose to remain friends.
John Warner
Elizabeth’s marriage to John Warner, a prominent man who had been in the U.S. Senate for thirty long years, came about originally from one casual meet-up. They met for the first time in 1976, having been set up on a blind date by the British ambassador.
Elizabeth Taylor and her ex-husband, John Warner SOURCE: Pinterest
This date was special as it was an embassy party to honor Queen Elizabeth II during her visit to Washington. Taylor and Warner's romance blossomed which led to wedlock on December 4, 1976, at a farm of Warner near Middleburg, Virginia.
But their marital life was not without troubles and Taylor and Warner eventually divorced on November 5, 1982. She was not happy being a senator’s wife. Despite the divorce, they remained friends up until the time she passed away.
Richard Burton
The iconic love story between Taylor and Burton began in 1953 when they met by chance at a Hollywood party. But it was only when they worked together on the sets of the 1963 movie “Cleopatra” that sparks caught fire. Their chemistry on the sets was spellbinding and their affair during the Rome filming became world news.
The scandal was so bad that it even led to the Vatican accusing Taylor of being an “erotic vagrancy.” But public scrutiny did not deter this couple who decided they were meant for each other and ended their respective marriages. She filed for divorce with Eddie Fisher and on March 16, 1964, she married Burton at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Montreal.
However, their fiery and turbulent love affair had its difficulties. Richard had problems with alcoholism and infidelity while Elizabeth faced her struggles with addiction. This led to the demise of their marriage. Despite the passion of their love, they amicably divorced each other on June 26, 1974.
The Second Marriage
Taylor and Burton remarried after their initial divorce. On October 10, 1975, the couple exchanged vows for the second time in a secret ceremony on the banks of a river in Botswana. However, their renewed commitment faced challenges, and less than a year later, on July 29, 1976, they found themselves divorced once again.
Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton at the British Embassy in Paris SOURCE: Pinterest
The emotional complexities of their relationship were encapsulated by Elizabeth's heartfelt statement: "I love Richard with every fiber of my soul, but we can't be together." Despite the deep affection they shared, external pressures, personal struggles, and perhaps the weight of their intense connection led them down a path of separation.
Eddie Fisher
Elizabeth Taylor's relationship with Eddie Fisher emerged from a turbulent period in her life, as per the New York Post. She was grappling with the grief of her late husband Mike Todd's death. Seeking solace, he turned to Fisher, who happened to be a close friend of Todd.
At the time, Fisher was married to actress Debbie Reynolds. However, the connection between him and Taylor grew stronger. He then left his wife and married the "Suddenly, Last Summer" actress on May 12, 1959. They eventually divorced on March 5, 1964. The love between them dwindled as she found herself falling for her "Cleopatra" co-star, Richard Burton.
Mike Todd
Elizabeth's love story with Mike Todd began at a sailing party. They exchanged vows on February 2, 1957, in a picturesque ceremony in Acapulco, Mexico. The joy of their union, however, came to a devastating halt when tragedy struck on March 22, 1958.
Elizabeth Taylor and Mike Todd at the premiere of Raintree County SOURCE: Pinterest
Todd's life was cut short in a private plane accident, as reported in People. It left Taylor widowed after just over a year of marriage. The memory of their brief yet impactful union would linger in the pages of the actress' life, shaping her perspective on love, loss, and resilience.
Michael Wilding
Taylor's journey through love brought her to Michael Wilding. She met him in England while working on the film "Ivanhoe." The two exchanged vows on February 21, 1952, in a ceremony held at Caxton Hall in London.
Despite the initial marital bliss, Taylor and Wilding's union faced challenges, ultimately leading to their divorce on January 26, 1957. Rumors circulated that his growing jealousy over her skyrocketing star power contributed to the couple's separation. The actress, however, characterized their divorce as "friendly," suggesting a mutual understanding and an amicable parting of ways.
Conrad Hilton Jr.
Elizabeth Taylor's first venture into matrimony led her to Conrad Hilton Jr. She encountered him at the Mocambo nightclub in Los Angeles. Their union, which began with promise, resulted in marriage on May 6, 1950.
Unfortunately, the optimism surrounding the relationship started to crumble even before the conclusion of their 14-week European honeymoon. In her 1988 autobiography, "Elizabeth Takes Off," Taylor revealed the challenging dynamics within the marriage.
Conrad Jr. reportedly transformed into a different person, becoming "sullen, angry, and abusive, both physically and mentally." The strain on their relationship became too much to bear, ultimately leading to their divorce on January 29, 1951.
Taylor's Dating History
Elizabeth Taylor's dating history is a tapestry woven with various relationships and engagements. In addition to her marriages, she was engaged to William Pawley Jr. in 1949 and Glenn Davis in the same year. Throughout the years, she found companionship and connection with several notable individuals.
From 2007 to 2011, Elizabeth was in a relationship with Jason Winters. Other relationships include Rod Steiger (1996 - 2002), George Hamilton (1987 - 1988), Victor Luna (1983 - 1986), Anthony Geary (1982 - 1984), David Bowie (1975 - 1977), Henry Wynberg (1974 - 1975), Kevin McClory (1955 - 1956), Pat DiCicco (1950 - 1951), Marshall Thompson (1948), Richard Long (1948), and Mickey Rooney (1946 - 1948).
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