Celebrities Known for Their Open Relationships

Consensual non-monogamy has always existed, but in recent years more public figures have talked candidly about how they structure their love lives. When celebrities discuss open relationships, polyamory, or swinging, the conversation often moves beyond gossip and into practical realities: boundaries, communication, and what “commitment” looks like for different people.

Below, you’ll find a range of well-documented examples—some ongoing, some from earlier chapters in people’s lives—where the individuals involved have explicitly discussed non-monogamy or where reliable reporting has detailed an open arrangement they acknowledged at the time. Each entry focuses on verifiable details they’ve shared in interviews, on shows, or through reputable outlets.

Will Smith & Jada Pinkett Smith

Will Smith has said that he and Jada Pinkett Smith eventually opened their marriage after years together, describing a non-traditional structure discussed in a wide-circulation interview. The actor explained that their relationship began monogamously, then evolved after difficult periods and extensive conversations about what would work for them long-term.

Coverage of their story also includes the timeline surrounding outside relationships discussed on Jada’s show ‘Red Table Talk’ and in related media, which framed the couple’s approach within the broader topic of ethical non-monogamy. Reporting noted how both partners characterized the arrangement as mutually understood rather than secretive.

RuPaul & Georges LeBar

RuPaul has repeatedly described his marriage to Georges LeBar as open, citing a philosophy that emphasizes freedom alongside commitment. In interviews, he’s been direct about the arrangement and how it fits their decades-long bond that began in the 1990s.

Earlier coverage captured similar comments, with RuPaul talking about why he doesn’t “put restraints” on his partner and how the couple’s approach has worked over time while he leads the global TV franchise ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’.

Mo’Nique & Sidney Hicks

Mo’Nique and her husband, Sidney Hicks, once maintained an open marriage—a choice they discussed publicly for years, including on their podcast, before Mo’Nique later said she had “grown out of” that arrangement and closed the marriage. Profiles and interviews describe how their stance evolved and why.

Recent summaries of the couple’s relationship history reiterate that the openness was a past chapter that sparked public conversation, and note that they addressed misconceptions directly while prioritizing transparency.

Bella Thorne

Bella Thorne has spoken openly about practicing polyamory, explaining in interviews how dating more than one person at a time can work when it’s honest and consensual. She’s discussed both the logistical challenges and the positive aspects she’s experienced.

Earlier reporting also documented a period when Thorne publicly identified simultaneous partners, situating her personal life within a broader conversation about open relationships in entertainment and social-media culture.

Nico Tortorella & Bethany C. Meyers

Actor Nico Tortorella and entrepreneur Bethany C. Meyers have long described their marriage as polyamorous, sharing specifics about how they communicate, set boundaries, and allow space for other connections. Features and interviews trace their relationship from college through marriage, emphasizing intentional honesty.

Coverage of their 2018 wedding and subsequent family news likewise notes their non-monogamous framework while chronicling milestones, demonstrating how the couple has integrated polyamory with family life over time.

Willow Smith

Willow Smith has talked about being polyamorous on multiple episodes of ‘Red Table Talk’, explaining why ethical non-monogamy aligns with her views on love and autonomy. She has addressed myths about polyamory and discussed the role of clear agreements and communication.

Segments of the show and coverage of those episodes highlight her perspective within a multigenerational discussion, offering concrete definitions and statistics while exploring practical challenges like jealousy and time management.

Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton has been the subject of substantial reporting about an unconventional family arrangement that, at one point, included cohabitation or close co-parenting with the father of her twins, John Byrne, while she was in a relationship with artist Sandro Kopp. Articles from the period lay out how the household functioned and include her direct comments describing the dynamic.

Earlier profiles framed the setup as non-traditional and frequently cited Swinton’s on-the-record remarks that everyone involved remained on good terms. While she did not typically label it “open,” contemporaneous features made clear that multiple adult relationships were acknowledged and navigated openly.

Thomas Middleditch

In 2019, Thomas Middleditch said in a lengthy interview that he and his then-wife practiced swinging, describing it as part of how they structured their marriage at the time. Subsequent coverage summarized his comments about how the arrangement began after the wedding and the ground rules they used.

Follow-up reports later documented the couple’s divorce, noting that the relationship had previously been public about non-monogamy. These pieces provide a timeline of the marriage’s open period and its conclusion.

Dan Savage & Terry Miller

Author and columnist Dan Savage and his husband, Terry Miller, have long discussed having a “monogamish” marriage—the pair’s well-defined term for a mostly monogamous partnership with agreed-upon exceptions. Interviews and profiles describe how they negotiated boundaries and why the model works for them.

Public biographical entries and features also track their multi-decade relationship—from their 2005 wedding and 2012 Washington-state ceremony to ongoing advocacy—often citing their openness as a core, openly acknowledged component of their partnership.

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