Natasha Clarke

Relationships

Valentine’s for the stars

Valentine’s for the stars

Celebrities struck by Cupid’s bow flocked to social media for the world to see their love this Valentine’s Day.

From new couples making their public debuts to long-term partners celebrating milestones, and friends embracing their love for each other, Instagram - and their fans - saw it all. 

Beloved Australian singer Jimmy Barnes beamed for the camera with his wife of almost 42 years, Jane, where he told her “I’m a lucky man to spend this life with you.”

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Jimmy Barnes (@jimmybarnesofficial)

Actress Naomi Watts cuddled up to her boyfriend and “darling”, Billy Crudup, in a sweet snap. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Naomi Watts (@naomiwatts)

Sunrise host Edwina Bartholomew opted for a ‘Galentines’ celebration, posting a smiling image of herself with friends and co-workers Natalie Barr and Jodie Speers. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Edwina Bartholomew (@edwina_b)

Bindi Irwin offered the world a look at her “beautiful family” with their “sunshine hearts” in a stunning sunset-at-the-beach picture. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Bindi Irwin (@bindisueirwin)

Bindi’s fiancé, Chandler Powell, paid tribute to Bindi with his own post, naming her “the most amazing person we know.” 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Chandler Powell (@chandlerpowell)

Singer Rita Ora had a bit of fun with her Valentine’s date and uploaded a compilation video of the numerous times she’s given husband Taika Waititi a fright, as well as a host of sweet and silly moments between them. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by RITA ORA (@ritaora)

NSW Premier Dominic even joined in on the fun, sharing a snap of his wife, Helen, in hospital with a caption wishing her well, and looking forward to her safe return home - where everything “is completely under control!” 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Dominic Perrottet (@dom.perrottet)

Jasmine Stefanovic honoured the day with a heartwarming snap of her family, husband Karl Stefanovic and daughter Harper.

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Jasmine Stefanovic (@jasyarby)

Hugh Jackman is no stranger to paying tribute to his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness, and did so again this year with a post to honour their milestone “28th Valentine’s together.”

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Hugh Jackman (@thehughjackman)

Brittany Higgins shared a series of snaps with partner David Sharaz - the pair were engaged just last month. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Brittany Higgins (@brittanyhiggins___)

Ellen Degeneres, who just this year renewed her vows with wife Portia de Rossi, celebrated the day with a Polaroid post of the pair. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Ellen DeGeneres (@ellendegeneres)

Former member of The Wiggles, Emma Watkins, shared snaps of herself and husband Oliver Brian on their first Valentine’s as a married couple. 

 
 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Emma Watkins (@emmawatkinsofficial)

And last but not least, Neighbours star Alan Fletcher enjoyed the date with two dates - his wife, Jennifer Hansen, and their daughter, Veronica Fletcher. 

 
 
 
 
 
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Images: Instagram