Although Monogamy is currently the most accepted and common in modern Western society, it is just one of many types of relationships. Nowadays, the term polygamy may seem relatively new to some, but it is quite common among young people.
While monogamy is the most dominant type in terms of societal view, modern society's understanding of sexuality and relationship has greatly expanded over the years. Relationships exist in a variety of shapes and sizes, and the topic of 'open' relationships has never been more popular than it is now. This is especially true when some of our favorite celebrities have admitted to being polyamorous. Several celebrities, ranging from Dolly Parton and Carl Dean to Shirley MacLaine and Steve Parker, have discussed their open partnerships and how they work.
From polyamory to new conceptions of freedom to something completely else, the following celebrities are said to have pushed the boundaries of marriage and broadened our perspectives. Continue reading to see them all.
"I'm not certain that fidelity is absolutely necessary for a relationship. It's far worse to leave your boyfriend and then gossip about him. Brad and I have never claimed that living together means being bound together. We make certain that we never limit one another "Angelina told the newspaper Das Neue.
While Jada refuses to use the term "open," she has stated that she simply wants Will to be able to do whatever he wants as long as he can "see [himself] in the mirror and be okay." "Will and I both have the freedom to do whatever we want because we TRUST each other," Jada said on Facebook.
"We don't realize we're cheating unless we do, so if we do, it's beneficial to both of us. If he's cheating on me, I don't want to know. He wouldn't want to know if I'm cheating on him. And if we do, if that's what makes it work, that's good as well "Dolly used to say.
"Listen, as someone who has been in both an open and a deeply monogamous relationship, I believe we live in a time where there should be no rules other than those created by two individuals in a partnership — or three people, whichever floats your boat! However, in any relationship dynamic, there must be a level of accountability, and that obligation is simply honesty, communication, and trust. Apart from that, what people choose to do with their life is really none of our business." Shailene told the New York Times.
"I simply do not wish to have sex with the same person for the rest of my life. That's disgusting... We have a really large home. 'You can stay on your side, or I'll stay on my side,' it's like if we want that. I'll make her dinner when I see her." Margaret stated on The Real.
"I'm a profound lover, and it can and does happen quickly with other people, as well as with Bethany on a regular basis... We're not always out screwing, and we have all of these other partners. This is not the case... In my polyamory, I'm a bit of a serial monogamist... I really enjoy dating only one person at a time. Yes, I'm married, but I enjoy dating only one person at a time. I've had a long-term partner in LA, but I'm not his only partner; he's not my only partner, either," Nico explained to Attitude.
"'Mollie, I'm sorry, but we have to get nontraditional here,' I said to her after we got married. Instead of saying, "Fuck you, I'm out," she was more like, "Let's p this out." Swinging, to be honest, has saved our marriage. We have different speeds and quarrel about it all the time, but it's better than feeling unheard and alone and having to hide in the shadows." Thomas told Playboy before the couple's breakup.
"In 1954, I guess you'd say you 'practiced an open marriage,' but that was another lifetime. We were the only ones who got it. He practically resided in Japan, while I worked in America and did other things. If you truly want to have a long-lasting marriage, I believe that is the foundation." Shirley said to People.
While monogamy is the most dominant type in terms of societal view, modern society's understanding of sexuality and relationship has greatly expanded over the years. Relationships exist in a variety of shapes and sizes, and the topic of 'open' relationships has never been more popular than it is now. This is especially true when some of our favorite celebrities have admitted to being polyamorous. Several celebrities, ranging from Dolly Parton and Carl Dean to Shirley MacLaine and Steve Parker, have discussed their open partnerships and how they work.
From polyamory to new conceptions of freedom to something completely else, the following celebrities are said to have pushed the boundaries of marriage and broadened our perspectives. Continue reading to see them all.
#1 Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie
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"I'm not certain that fidelity is absolutely necessary for a relationship. It's far worse to leave your boyfriend and then gossip about him. Brad and I have never claimed that living together means being bound together. We make certain that we never limit one another "Angelina told the newspaper Das Neue.
#2 Will & Jada Pinkett Smith
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While Jada refuses to use the term "open," she has stated that she simply wants Will to be able to do whatever he wants as long as he can "see [himself] in the mirror and be okay." "Will and I both have the freedom to do whatever we want because we TRUST each other," Jada said on Facebook.
#3 Mo'Nique & Sidney Hicks
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#4 Dolly Parton & Carl Dean
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"We don't realize we're cheating unless we do, so if we do, it's beneficial to both of us. If he's cheating on me, I don't want to know. He wouldn't want to know if I'm cheating on him. And if we do, if that's what makes it work, that's good as well "Dolly used to say.
#5 Shailene Woodley
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"Listen, as someone who has been in both an open and a deeply monogamous relationship, I believe we live in a time where there should be no rules other than those created by two individuals in a partnership — or three people, whichever floats your boat! However, in any relationship dynamic, there must be a level of accountability, and that obligation is simply honesty, communication, and trust. Apart from that, what people choose to do with their life is really none of our business." Shailene told the New York Times.
#6 Margaret Cho & Al Ridenour
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"I simply do not wish to have sex with the same person for the rest of my life. That's disgusting... We have a really large home. 'You can stay on your side, or I'll stay on my side,' it's like if we want that. I'll make her dinner when I see her." Margaret stated on The Real.
#7 Nico Tortorella & Bethany C. Meyers
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"I'm a profound lover, and it can and does happen quickly with other people, as well as with Bethany on a regular basis... We're not always out screwing, and we have all of these other partners. This is not the case... In my polyamory, I'm a bit of a serial monogamist... I really enjoy dating only one person at a time. Yes, I'm married, but I enjoy dating only one person at a time. I've had a long-term partner in LA, but I'm not his only partner; he's not my only partner, either," Nico explained to Attitude.
#8 Thomas Middleditch
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"'Mollie, I'm sorry, but we have to get nontraditional here,' I said to her after we got married. Instead of saying, "Fuck you, I'm out," she was more like, "Let's p this out." Swinging, to be honest, has saved our marriage. We have different speeds and quarrel about it all the time, but it's better than feeling unheard and alone and having to hide in the shadows." Thomas told Playboy before the couple's breakup.
#9 Shirley MacLaine & Steve Parker
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"In 1954, I guess you'd say you 'practiced an open marriage,' but that was another lifetime. We were the only ones who got it. He practically resided in Japan, while I worked in America and did other things. If you truly want to have a long-lasting marriage, I believe that is the foundation." Shirley said to People.