Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick: A Look at their Amazing Marriage

In Hollywood, relationships are notoriously short-lived. But the marriage between Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick stands out as a rare exception. For almost four decades the couple has been together, and despite the intense scrutiny that comes with being in the public eye, their relationship is proof that love can conquer all.

What are some of the reasons their marriage has been successful? In interviews over the years, they have cited the support they’ve shown for each other, their sense of humor, and the ability to cherish the simple moments as key factors that have kept them together.

Their Paths First Crossed Nearly a Decade Before Their Romance

Back in 1978 when Sedgwick was 12, she and her brother happened to spot Kevin at a New York City deli. The 20-year old actor was appearing in the off-Broadway production Getting Out at the time, and Kyra, who had seen it, let him know she liked his performance. For his part, Kevin has confessed that he has no recollection of this interaction. But regardless, it certainly wouldn’t be their last.

Fast-forward nine years later to early 1987, when the pair were filming Lemon Sky. That’s when their true introduction took place. Bacon had developed a crush on her and made it a point to hang out with her outside of work. He asked her out to dinner, she accepted, they enjoyed their time together. Looking back on it, Kyra has said she woke up the next morning feeling a sense of familiarity. She eventually recognized that this feeling was connected to Kevin.