How long before they got hitched: Three weeks

Where they met: Although the pair starred in The Player in 1992, they didn't actually share a scene. Reports say the two didn't actually meet until three weeks before saying 'I do' in 1993.

Married for: 21 months before parting ways

The details: This couple got married in 1993, and the wedding took place at St. James Lutheran Church in Marion, Indiana, near where Lovett was appearing on tour with his band. The guests were only given 72 hours' notice and included guests such as Susan Surandon. By March 1995, the couple separated, and subsequently divorced. On their break-up, the couple said: "We remain close and in great support of each other."

Cheryl Cole and Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini

How long before they got hitched: Three months

Where they met: At the Cannes festival in May 2014

Married for: One week and counting...

The details: Cheryl's quickie wedding was announced today. The singer and her French boyfriend tied the knot in a private ceremony in Mustique with just four witnesses, including Cheryl's mother. The 31-year-old posted up a picture of her beautiful engagement and wedding ring on her Instagram account (pictured below), with the following statement: "I usually do not discuss my personal life but to stop the speculation I want to share my happy news. Jean-Bernard and I married on 7/7/14. We are very happy and excited to move forward with our lives together".

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