Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh epitomized the glamour of 1960s celebrity couples but their marriage is remembered for its bitter end. Despite defying odds and blending careers, their love soured, leading to divorce. The birth of Jamie Lee Curtis was seen as a last-ditch effort to salvage their union.

Curtis, known for both talent and flamboyance, was linked to many women and had multiple failed marriages. Yet, his romance with Leigh stood out, defining a significant part of his life. Their captivating relationship extended to their professional lives, starring in five films together.

Leigh, already a Hollywood success, met Curtis at a party in the 1950s. Despite warnings, they fell deeply in love and married. However, their once-perfect life was marred by insecurities, substance abuse, and affairs.

The couple’s separation and subsequent divorces left a lasting impact on their children, Jamie and Kelly, who struggled with the weight of their famous parents’ legacies. Despite their tumultuous personal lives, both Curtis and Leigh left indelible marks on Hollywood.