Reality television is a complicated business. Although the title may suggest other times, viewers are often left unsure whether or not the actions portrayed onscreen are real or scripted. Many times, however, some reality TV relationships seem so near-perfect it’s hard to even imagine that their love isn’t eternal.
Unlike celebrities, reality TV stars and couples willingly put their lives out for all to see and, often times, fans instantly fall in love with the hilarity and drama. Here are 11 reality TV couples that audiences can’t get enough of to this day.
Trista and Ryan Sutter ("The Bachelorette")
After placing as runner-up in the first season of "The Bachelor,"Trista Sutter, then under the name Trista Nicole Rehn, was the very first Bachelorette. Setting the tone for the rest of the series, Trista chose contestant Ryan Sutter as the winner and the two married in 2013. As of today, the two are still married and are parents to two children: Max, 10, and Blakesley, 8.
In a recent interview, Ryan admitted that 15 years later, he still has the original rose that Trista gave him. What’s cuter than that?
Joe and Melissa Gorga ("The Real Housewives of New Jersey")
"The Real Housewives of New Jersey" had no idea what was in store when Melissa Gorga joined the cast in season three. With husband Joe Gorga by her side, brother of housewife Teresa Giudice, the couple has consistently proved the how strong of a relationship they have, as well as how passionate they are.
The two are parents to three children, Antonia, 12, Gino, 10, and Joey, 7, and constantly show how much hard work pays off, both in a marriage, a friendship, and in their careers.
Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi and Jionni LaValle ("Jersey Shore")
The state of New Jersey has provided reality TV with many relationships to both swoon over and despise. Starring in "Jersey Shore," Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi quickly gained popularity for her exuberant, over-the-top personality. Throughout the first four seasons of the show, fans watched Polizzi’s relationship with Jionni LaValle develop from the casual hook-up to officially dating. Then in 2014, the two finally tied the knot.
Many fans never expected long-lasting relationships to emerge from the reality show that was often based in drunken chaos. So, as Polizzi and LaValle’s love began to grow, audiences quickly stuck to the couple.
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