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Happy Days: Joanie and Chachi #9 in Romance Hall of Fame TV Weddings Category

2009-07-08T10:00:00.000-05:00

Through the simple act of turning on their television sets, viewers invite the characters that inhabit each series into their lives, and on rare occasions those characters can begin to feel like family. Such was the case with the Cunningham clan, who shared the Happy Days of the 1950's and early 1960's with their TV audience for 11 seasons.

Over the passage of time, we witnessed Joanie Cunningham's (Erin Moran) transformation from "Shortcake" to soul mate for Fonzie's cousin Charles "Chachi" Arcola (Scott Baio), and on the 1984 series finale their walk down the aisle was a walk down memory lane for the show's fans.

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They just fit together perfectly!-- Sylvia

Because they loved each other in real life.-- Marissa

Oh wow, I haven't seen that show in a long time, but I do remember the wedding between Joanie and Chachi- Great show!-- Amy

Classic.-- Michael

Joanie and Chachi's relationship brings back memories of my high school love. Happy Days, indeed.-- Sandra

Cast

Erin Moran-- Taking a hiatus from Hollywood after her years as Joanie Cunningham, Moran made infrequent television appearances before showcasing her struggle with weight on Celebrity Fit Club Boot Camp. Once again eager to stand in front of the camera, the former child star will share the silver screen with Married...with Children's David Faustino in the comedy Working Title and with Morgan Fairchild in the upcoming comedy Code Enforcer. Having enjoyed an on air reunion with her one-time co-star and childhood sweetheart Scott Baio on the VH1 program Scott Baio is 45---and Single, Moran's real life main man is Steven Fleischmann, her husband since 1993.

Scott Baio-- Stepping into the shoes of Fonzie's cousin Charles "Chachi" Arcola after sharing the silver screen with Jodie Foster in Bugsy Malone, this Brooklyn-born star followed the famous supporting role by garnering the lead in another long-running series, Charles in Charge. Recently, the actor has offered a peek into his private life on VH1's Scott Baio is 45...and Single and Scott Baio is 46...and Pregnant. A Hollywood heartbreaker for years, Baio said "I do" Renee Sloan in 2007.

Fan Sites

Happy Days Fan Club-- Honoring the international hit series in English, Italian and French, this site offers both a nostalgic look back as well as current news of the show's stars.

Scott Baio's Official Web Site-- TV buffs who once displayed the former teen idol's image on their bedroom walls can find out Baio tidbits by joining a fan club which offers its members scheduled chats and an online journal. As Chachi would say, "Wa wa wa!"

Erin Moran's Official Web Site-- Along with a resume of her work and a schedule of upcoming appearances, the site provides a link to "Shortcake's" MySpace page.

Joanie Loves Chachi-- Airing for only two shortened seasons, the sitcom lives on at this site, which features memorabilia, trivia, and an episode guide.

Ghost Whisperer: #10 in Romance Hall of Fame TV Weddings Category

2009-07-06T09:30:00.000-05:00

"Til death do us part." Solemnly spoken at most marriage ceremonies, these words hold a different meaning for paranormal communicator Melinda Gordon and her soul mate, who denied death his soul in order to stay with his wife. Slipping out of the mortal bonds of one body and into the shoes of another, even from Jim Clancy's first steps as Sam Lucas his spirit was searching for its way back to its home-- into the arms of the woman he loves.

Awaiting the arrival of their baby as they learn to adapt to Jim's "rebirth," the couple find themselves standing at the crossroads of their lives in the season four finale of Ghost Whisperer. What better place to symbolize the road that they will continue down together than the street where they first met, which served as the site where Melinda and Jim once again pledged their undying love to each other.

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Trivia

The dress worn by actress Jennifer love Hewitt as she recited her vows was a Reverie creation by Melissa Sweet.

Acting as a soundtrack to Melinda and Jim's love story during season four, The Man Who Can't Be Moved is the second single from Irish pop trio The Script's eponymous debut album.

Melinda Gordon and Jim Clancy also make an appearance in Lovetripper's Romance Hall of Fame sci-fi couples category.

The following montage of memories is a tribute to one of television's most romantic twosomes:

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Because of the fact that they found a very true and special love that at one time had been lost, she thought forever, and they found it all over again with a love that was even stronger than before.-- Carol

I love the show to begin with but the wedding and relationship between Melinda and Jim was the best!-- Amy

Their relationship proves that love is stronger than anything-- even death.-- Emilie

Melinda and Jim have gone through so much to be together. Even though they were already married in their hearts, it was touching to see them exchange vows for a second time.-- Diane

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Fan Sites

Jim and Melinda: The Ultimate Fan Site-- Dedicated to the romance between the show's leading characters, this site offers fan-made video clips and a news section.

The Ghost Whisperer Wiki-- This fan-based community provides a place to post encyclopedic knowledge of the CBS series.

Ghost Whisperer Fans-- A French site featuring all the latest news.

Ghost Whisperer Fan Forum-- An active online community where fans can share opinion on past episodes and show their talent through fan art and fan fiction.

Penthius-- Just like Melinda Gordon, fans can surf the web with the help of this search engine.

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27 Dresses: #1 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-07-04T10:30:00.006-05:00

Every woman has at least one bridesmaid's dress tucked away in the deepest recesses of her closet, its taffeta rustle a reminder of her supporting role in a friend's walk down the aisle. Always the bridesmaid, never the bride Jane Nichols, however, has a wardrobe full of wedding day memories-- each garment symbolizing both another couple's happiness and her eternal hope that someday, as she caters to each bride's whim to make their I do's a dream (even that of her sister, who is marrying the man she carries a torch for), she will find someone who is tailor made for her.

As effervescent as the bubbles in a glass of celebratory champagne, this maritally-minded tale of one woman's trail to finding her own happily ever after caught the box office bouquet in 2008, and Lovetripper readers escorted the romantic comedy all the way to the top spot in our Romance Hall of Fame Top 10 countdown of the best wedding movies of all time.

Trivia

Several of the "I do" designs seen in the movie were provided by Amsale, whose lavender bridesmaid's dress, worn by Ellen Pompeo in her role as Meredith Grey, preceded bride Izzie Stevens (Katherine Heigl) down the aisle during a heart-tugging wedding ceremony on Grey's Anatomy.

A scene form the movie was filmed at The Boathouse Restaurant in Central Park.

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I thought 27 Dresses was a remarkable funny comedy! I can see me with 27 different dresses and no more room in my closet for anything else! Actually, this really describes my mother! My mother has taken over every single closet in the house, and it's a big house. She hasn't left room for anyone else's clothes!-- Pamela

This movie epitomizes my own life. I once was a caterer, and bent over backwards to make sure everyone else's wedding reception was "to die for." Yet, I've had so many disappointments in my own love life, so many that you could write a country-western song that would "just make you cry." I have a younger sister who has expected me to dote over her for all of her life, and she has caused me a ton of grief -- enough that you could write yet another tear-jerking western song. I hooked up my sister with her husband, and he has an enviable job in the limelight, and I haven't gotten the credit I deserve for setting my sister up with such a fantastic guy. Now she lauds this over me in her own special way. Enough said. There are enough similarities in the heroine's life in 27 Dresses that I totally related and adored the movie.-- Sheila

She is like so many women who want to find love but it never comes her way, but when it does, it is better than all the rest.-- Stacey

I loved everything about I really laughed and laughed till I cried during the bar scene-- Benny and the Jets!!! I already own this movie!-- Melody

I have 32.-- Jaime

I have watched this movie over and over. I think so many people can relate to being the wedding 'helper' so many times! The characters are down-to-earth, and the couple at the end is silly, goofy, and imperfect. Wonderful!-- Erika

I love this movie because it'S romantic but also because the casting is amazing ( Katherine Heigl is one of my favorite actresses)!-- Catherine

I love this movie because I see myself and I know that I'll soon marry my prince. I laughed and cried with her and then felt so
happy at the end- just like in real life I'll soon finally be the bride.-- Jacqueline

27 Dresses is one of the best romantic comedies I have ever seen. It also had a great story line. I would recommend this movie to anyone. GREAT MOVIE !!!!! I give it five stars. -- Tonya

I love the whole story line and especially the way it ends!-- Amy

A feel good chick flick.-- Irene

Cast

Katherine Heigl-- Although playing alien hybrid Isabel Evans in the cult sci-fi series Roswell helped to launch her career to a new level, it would be the role of Isobel "Izzie" Stevens on the ABC hit Grey's Anatomy that would skyrocket the actress into the rarefied stratosphere of stardom. The Emmy Award winner, who is now considered one of contemporary cinema's reigning comedic queens, received plenty of practice walking down the aisle in this rom com before she said "I do" to her true love, singer Josh Kelley, in December 2007.

James Marsden-- Equally as famous for his roles in "chick flicks" as for his foray as a comic book hero in the X-Men franchise, Marsden portrayed a jilted fiance in The Notebook and a fairytale prince in Enchanted before taking on the role of reporter Kevin Doyle. The actor took on the lifelong role of husband to wife Lisa Linde in 2000.

Edward Burns-- Talented both behind and in front of the camera, this writer/director/actor watched his bride-- supermodel Christy Turlington-- walk down the aisle of Saints Peter and Paul Church in San Francisco on the arm of U2 frontman Bono back in June 2003.

Father of the Bride: #2 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-07-01T14:30:00.000-05:00

Every girl dreams of her father giving her away on her wedding day, but for at least one over-protective Poppa, this dream is a bit of a nightmare. When George Banks (played by Steve Martin) discovers that his daughter Annie (Kimberly Williams- Paisley) is planning to say "I do," the doting Dad has to learn that a walk down the aisle doesn't mean that his little girl is walking out of his life.

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I've loved this movie since I was a little girl. I really loved the main song in the movie and actually sang it on the way the church when I got married.-- Angela

I love the relationship between the daughter and Dad.-- Amy

It's fun!-- David

This was the best movie! I love all the characters, the plot, how touching it is from the Dad's point of view.-- Sharon

Cast

Steve Martin-- From his days singing ditties about King Tut to tour de force triumphs in The Jerk, Roxanne, The Pink Panther and Shop Girl, this comedic star has been making 'em laugh for close to half a century. Years after playing the father of the bride in this 1991 remake, the funnyman tackled the role of groom in real life, marrying Anne Stringfield in 2007.

Diane Keaton-- Although she has chosen not to tie the knot, this silver screen stunner counts Warren Beatty, Al Pacino and Woody Allen among her past loves. Honored with Oscar nominations four times in the past four decades, the actress won the coveted award in 1978 for her role in Annie Hall.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley-- Stepping into the role made famous in the '50's by the world's most beautiful woman proved to be a successful move both professionally as well as personally for this performer, who caught the eye of her future husband, country crooner Brad Paisley, when be bought a ticket to see the 1991 maritally-minded movie. Following her role as bride-to-be Annie Banks, the actress would settle in for a long stint on the small screen in the ABC comedy According to Jim.

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Monster-in-Law: #3 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-07-01T12:30:00.002-05:00

Little did temp Charlie Canilini (portrayed by Jennifer Lopez) realize that her dog-walking job would lead her on a path to finding a permanent position in the heart of surgeon Kevin Fields (Michael Vartan). But the course of true love is never smooth, especially when the bride-to-be runs into a road block to her happiness-- her prospective groom's overbearing parent. While in the process of causing pre-marital mayhem, Viola Fields (Jane Fonda) learns how to untie the apron strings before her son ties the knot.

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I love this movie! Whenever I have to deal with my mother in law I can look at it and say well at least she didn't try to ruin the wedding on purpose. Well maybe. This movie is SO funny.-- AF

Wanda Sykes....she steals the movie with all her scenes.-- Bob

Michael Vartan being in the middle of his fiancee & mother.-- MJ

It's madd funny and I love Jennifer Lopez.-- Doroty

Very funny.-- Stacy

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Cast

Jane Fonda-- The two-time Oscar winner took a fifteen year break form the big screen before being cast in this 2005 comedy.

Jennifer Lopez-- Very few famous faces attain such A-list status that the mere mention of their nickname conjures up a mental image. JLo would play a wedding planner shortly before taking on the role of bride-to-be in this 2005 flick.

Michael Vartan-- Best known for his years as agent Michael Vaughn on Alias, this French-born star followed his role as Doctor Kevin by taking on the mantle of Thomas Wakefield M.D. in the TNT drama series HawthoRNe.

The Philadelphia Story: #4 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-06-30T09:30:00.003-05:00

Although her father Mr. Lord states that his daughter Tracy (portrayed by Katharine Hepburn) lacks an "understanding heart," three men are attempting to win it over in this classic tour de force of farce. Which suitor is best suited to walk the socialite down the aisle...her dependable but dull fiance George Kittredge (John Howard); Macaulay "Mike" Connor (Jimmy Stewart,) the intrepid tabloid reporter sent to cover Tracy's wedding ceremony, or her exasperating ex-husband, C.K Dexter Haven (Cary Grant)?

Clever quips dispersed in staccato dialogue made this George Cukor-directed comedy a sure-fire hit in 1940, and its wonderful witticism found its way onscreen again in the 1950's in a musical remake, High Society.

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Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, and James Stewart in a classic, timeless romantic comedy directed by the legendary George Cukor? Enough said!-- Geoff

The online chemistry between Katherine Hepburn and Cary Grant. Old fashioned classic romance.-- Nancy

Campy, funny trouble. Katharine Hepburn is a hoot!-- Sue

Love the dialogue in this movie. It's like Gilmore Girls, fast-paced. Love all the actors.-- Katharine

It is a classic tale of love tale with sophistication, elegance, and it saved Hepburn's career.-- Thomas

They don't make movies like this any more.-- Alex

Cast

Cary Grant-- The suave cinema icon created movie magic four times with fellow legend Katharine Hepburn, in Sylvia Scarlett, Holiday, Bringing Up Baby and with a little help from the saucy script for The Philadelphia Story.

Katharine Hepburn-- Oscar may have eluded Hepburn for her role as Tracy Lord, but her four Academy Award wins secured her position as the queen of the silver screen.

Jimmy Stewart-- Although The Philadelphia Story was nominated for six Academy Awards, the classic garnered only two little gold men-- one for best adapted screenplay, and the other for best actor, which went to the Hollywood's original good guy.

Mamma Mia!: #5 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-06-27T14:30:00.000-05:00

In the mid 1970's the music of ABBA was the soundtrack to every young romance, and three decades later the harmonies of the Swedish super group provides a heartbeat for a celebration both for the love of soulmates and of family in the cinematic retelling of the stage smash, Mamma Mia!

Like many brides-be-be, Sophie Sheridan (portrayed by Amanda Seyfried) dreams of her Dad walking her down the aisle on the day she says "I do." Attempting to turn her dream into reality she mails epistles to the three men who are her possible paternal figure, and in so doing both Sophie and the viewer embark on a jubilant journey that buoys the spirit like the toss of a wedding bouquet.

Filming Locations

Skopelos

The footprints left behind by the cast of Mamma Mia! have long been washed away by the waves that greedily rush up to shore on Kastani Beach, leaving in their wake a fresh slate for visitors to walk upon. An untold number of hearts bearing the initials of young lovers have been drawn on its surface over the years, and the golden sands will no doubt sift between the toes of countless couples on holiday who pay a pilgrimage to the island after seeing the pine-lined stretch of beach in several musical moments from the movie, including "Lay All Your Love" and "I Have A Dream."

Standing at the first of the 105 steps which lead to the tiny chapel, the whitewashed facade of Agios Ioannis appears to the eye like a small white cloud resting on the cliff's edge. The passage of time having erased the house of worship's origins, no one knows how long the chapel has listened to the prayers of devoted parishioners and vows of eternal devotion made by brides and grooms on their wedding days. The structure's beauty is captured on film both in its original form and as a faithful reconstruction in a London studio.

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Skiathos

As though nodding hello to passersby,the small vessels moored at the Old Port bob patiently in the water, waiting to ferry passengers to the neighboring Sporades islands. As is the custom, each boat has been christened with its own name. In a loving homage to a beloved ABBA hit, movie goers will notice that Sophie's three fathers board a ride bearing the musically-inspired moniker Fernando.

Like portals into heaven, blue-painted doors are a calming contrast against the pristine exterior of the St. Nikolas Bell Tower. Christened for the patron saint of sea farers, the hillside structure silently guards over the fisherman who sit and watch the world go by in the town square, where moviegoers will see Sophie's dream of contacting her father begin to materialize as she slips three letters into a mailbox.

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It made me laugh,cry,sing,and dance--what more do you need.-- Carol

This is a wild and crazy movie. I loved the setting in Greece and the wonderful music.-- Nanette

Love Story and great escape.-- Kathy

I love the music!-- Jillian

Timeless.- Judith

I love hearing Meryl Streep sing and the way they incorporated ABBA songs into the movie to make it flow so seamlessly.-- Pamela

I loved all the music!-- Gloria

The ensemble cast plays well together.-- Susan

Hilarious!-- Linda

The music!-- Donna

Cast

Amanda Seyfried-- Stints on the daytime soaps As The World Turns and All My Children, followed by prime time appearances in Veronica Mars and Big Love and a starring role on the silver screen in Mean Girls led this former child model to her destiny of dancing and singing on screen in Mamma Mia!

Dominic Cooper-- Although he has swept Keira Knightley off her feet in The Duchess and Charity Wakefield in a television adaptation of Sense and Sensibility, his onscreen chemistry with Mamma Mia! co-star Amanda Seyfried sparked real life love.

Meryl Streep-- More accustomed to dramatic turns than dance steps, the most Oscar-nominated actress of all time was a Super Trouper during filming of the movie, and her efforts helped to make Mamma Mia! the most lucrative cinematic musical of all time.

Pierce Brosnan-- After making the small screen sizzle as Remington Steele, People magazine's former Sexiest Man Alive dared to take on the mantle of 007 before trying out his singing skills in the UK's most profitable movie in history.

Colin Firth-- Before acting to the beat of ABBA tunes, this British actor caused women's hearts to skip a beat with his portrayals of Mr. Darcy in a television adaptation of Pride and Prejudice and barrister Mark Darcy in Bridget Jones's Diary.

Skellan Skarsgard-- The resume of this versatile Swedish star boats of roles in The Hunt for Red October, Pirates of the Caribbean, Good Will Hunting and Angels & Demons.

The Princess Bride: #6 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-06-27T12:30:00.001-05:00

A tale of true love and high adventure helps to strengthen the bond between a boy and his grandfather in The Princess Bride, a contemporary cinema classic adapted from the novel by Oscar-winning screenwriter William Goldman.

As though stepping into the pages of an illustrated children's fantasy, romantics looking for the "good parts" version of a love story can escape the drudgery of daily life in the land of Florin, where a chivalrous swordsman spouting clever quips protects his lady fair from the evil clutches of a conniving prince. Looking for a happily ever after scenario? "As you wish."

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I love this movie to death because it is funny and sweet. I love that after all those years both of them were still madly in love with one another.It makes me want some one like Westley who will risk it all just to sweep me off my feet and carry me off. I just love it completely.-- Monica

This movie has everything...romance, pirates, sword fights, monsters, humor, and love conquers all.-- Brenda

I love how it's a romance, comedy, and fantasy all wrapped up into one movie, and it's hilarious!-- Jessica

It's exciting and adventurous and full of fun!-- Christopher

When they are in the woods and he saves her and she finds out that it's him and he's not dead.-- Joyce

Comedy + adventure + romance.-- Megan

As much as I love this movie, the William Goldman novel that it's based upon takes this take on fairy tales to another level.-- Colin

A little of everything-- action, comedy, love.-- Paul

So funny and original. It is a great love story and fairy tale.-- Andrea

Romantic Quotes from The Princess Bride

(Westley): I told you I would always come for you. Why didn't you wait for me?
(Buttercup): Well..... you were dead.
(Westley): Death cannot stop true love. All it can do is delay it for a while.
(Buttercup): I will never doubt again.
(Westley): There will never be a need.

(Buttercup): You can't hurt me. Westley and I are joined by the bonds of love...and you cannot track that, not with a thousand bloodhounds, and you cannot break it, not with a thousand swords.

Since the invention of the kiss there have been five kisses that were rated the most passionate, the most pure. This one left them all behind. The End.

Cast

Cary Elwes-- After channeling his inner Douglas Fairbanks for his portrayal of Westley/The Dread Pirate Roberts, this British-born star continued to don period costumes for his roles in Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Glory and Bram Stoker's Dracula before gaining a new audience of fright fans for his bone-rattling role in Saw.

Robin Wright Penn-- A regal presence onscreen as Buttercup, the Dallas-born beauty captured the hearts of movie goers once again as Jenny in Forrest Gump.

Mandy Patinkin-- His skills sharpened by years on stage, this versatile showman followed his role as swordsman Inigo Montoya with a string of successful small screen series, including Chicago Hope, Dead Like Me and Criminal Minds.

Andre The Giant-- Born Andre Rene Roussimoff, the world would know him by his wrestling moniker until his foray in front of the camera as Fezzik. Honored as the first inductee into the WWE hall of Fame, movie buffs would mourn his passing in 1993.

Wallace Shawn-- A mind as sharp as Vizzini's, this versatile playwright/actor has appeared in such diverse fare as Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and The Cosby Show and his voice brought his animated roles in Toy Story and The Incredibles to life.

Chris Sarandon-- A star of both the stage and the big and small screens, Sarandon breathed life into the bones of Jack Skellington in Tim Burton's A Nightmare Before Christmas.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding: #7 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-06-23T12:30:00.003-05:00

For 30-year-old Toula Portokalos, each day was as bland and beige as the cardigan sweater she wore to pour coffee at her father's Greek restaurant until destiny, in the form of Ian Miller (John Corbett), walked into the diner. Summoning the courage to change the course of her life, Toula not only finds her calling at a new job, she also finds herself with the gentleman caller of her dreams, who soon asks her to say "I do." The bride-to-be's happiness only hampered by her relatives, who at first find themselves tied up in knots over the thought of their little girl tying the knot with a non-Greek, this comedic culture clash offers a heartwarming homage to family which earned both the distinction as the top-grossing romantic comedy of all time and the number seven spot on Lovetripper's countdown of the best wedding movies of all time.

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This movie is a treat! It has something for everyone, comedy, romance, and drama. The characters are likable, the chemistry between the on-screen couple is delightful, and the plot will have to sympathizing and laughing along. You'll feel Greek in no time! ;)-- Amber

Just a good, funny old fashioned love story.-- Eileen

Because it's such an ugly duckling to swan story! And her family is SO funny! And he's so cute!-- Linda

I love My Big Fat Greek Wedding (written by and starring Nia Vardalos) because of the great jokes, the great male lead (John Corbett) and because it reminds me of Winnipeg, my hometown and also the hometown of Nia Vardalos.-- Judith

A great family movie and I love the plot. I'm part Greek and this movie really touches home with some of the traditions etc. Love the movie!-- Amy

I love how the movie can culturally relate to a lot of people. I can watch the movie over and over again and still laugh time and time again.-- Hilda

It was hilarious and yet touching because of all the uproar and I have many Greek friends that assured me that that's the normal Greek wedding. lol-- Futuresfaith

It was good and what I loved is that in the end it was one big happy wedding.-- Susan

This is the funniest movie I ever saw.-- Frances

Filming Locations

Enoch Turner Schoolhouse-- While Toula's recollections of Greek school may not necessarily be fond, the brick building in Old Town Toronto which served as the schoolhouse for the scene holds happy memories for the many couples who have exchanged vows in the Victorian era edifice.

Churches-- The facade of Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church in Toronto has become a famous face thanks to its role as the exterior of the house of worship where Toula and Ian are pronounced husband and wife, while the murals that adorn the interior of Toronto's St. Nicholas Ukranian Catholic Church provide a reverential backdrop for the cinematic bride and groom.

Ellas-- Since 1967 couples have said "I do" and celebrated their new life together amid statues of the gods at Toronto's oldest Greek restaurant, which starred as Aphrodite's Palace, where newlyweds Toula and Ian joined hands with their families and danced during their wedding reception.

Favorite Quotes

I had to go to Greek school, where I learned valuable lessons such as, "If Nick has one goat and Maria has nine, how soon will they marry?"

Nice Greek girls are supposed to do three things in life: marry Greek boys, make Greek babies, and feed everyone-- until the day we die.

Toula: Why?... Why do you love me?
Ian: Because I came alive when I met you

Toula's Mother: Toula, on my wedding night, my mother, she said to me, "Greek women, we may be lambs in the kitchen, but we are tigers in the bedroom." Toula: Eww. Please let that be the end of your speech.

You know, the root of the word Miller is a Greek word. Miller come from the Greek word "milo," which is mean "apple," so there you go. As many of you know, our name-- Portokalos, is come from the Greek word "portokali," which mean "orange." So, okay? Here tonight, we have, ah... apple and orange. We all different, but in the end, we all fruit.

Cast

Nia Vardalos-- Drawing from her own experiences to write My Big Fat Greek Wedding, this Canadian-born comedic actress was inspired by the land of her ancestors once again with her most recent cinematic offering, My Life in Ruins.

John Corbett-- Known as the man behind the voice of Cicely, Alaska's radio station on Northern Exposure as well as for his voiceover work for Applebee's restaurant, this talented thespian has also been a part of A-list ensemble casts on both the small and big screen, including Sex and The City and the romantic comedy Serendipity. The actor can currently be seen on Showtime's The United States of Tara.

Lainie Kazan-- From Broadway to supper clubs, this consummate performer has done it all, but perhaps her most recognized role before stepping in front of the camera as the matriarch in this 202 romantic comedy was that of Aunt Frieda in The Nanny.

Michael Constantine-- A familiar face from his many TV appearances over the years, Constantine garnered an Emmy for his work in the 1970's series Room 222 and starred on the big screen in hits like If This is Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium before taking on the role of proud patriarch Gus Portokalos.

Ian Gomez-- Much like the movie's male protagonist, the actor who played Ian's snide co-worker Mike-- who may be best known to TV buffs as Dean & Deluca manager Javier on the beloved WB series Felicity-- converted to Greek Orthodox before taking Nia Vardalos to be his bride.

My Best Friend's Wedding: #8 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

2009-06-20T12:30:00.004-05:00

An agreement to walk down the aisle with her college chum in 10 years time if neither had met their perfect mate seemed to restaurant critic Julianne Potter (Julia Roberts) to be the perfect recipe for her future. A decade after pledging their pact, however, Julianne's fall back plan falls through when the would-be groom she has taken for granted (played by Dermot Mulroney) falls for someone else.

Devising a scheme to win back the man of her dreams, Jules takes on the role of maid of honor in order to manipulate the couple's marital plans in a romantic comedy directed by P.J. Hogan, who brought the off-beat bridal story Muriel's Wedding to the big screen in 1994.

Lovetripper Reader Recommendation

My Best Friend's Wedding gives me the hometown feel of Chicago where I grew up, and with the great pairing between Julia Roberts and Dermot Mulroney there is no way one cannot fall in love with this story. I saw this movie when I was 8 years old and it has been my favorite wedding movie ever since. The music makes the movie a true classic and seeing Cameron Diaz at that young of an age is just remarkable! The story line is so original because its the not the classic heroine gets the hero at the end of the story, but the heart of plot is so much deeper. Its comedic sense is so real and I feel that everyone can connect to its amazing story.-- Melissa

I love that this movie shows how friends can really mean the world to you. You would do everything to ruin their wedding but in the end do everything to make it right when you find out they were really truly happier before.-- Grace

My favorite thing about My Best Friend's Wedding is that it tricks the audience into believing we want a certain ending. Julia Roberts is the b____ we adore and Cameron Diaz is the adorable girl we can't stand. But some how this film grabs us at the beginning by promising one thing but leaves us happily satisfied with a hopeful ending we didn't know we wanted. This film definitely manipulates us by being in the driver's seat, but I've never been so happy to be along for the ride.-- Ann-Marie

Great cast, lots of laughs, a few tears and a wedding... what's not to love!-- Rita

I loved this movie because it played with your heart strings big time! I felt so bad for Julia Roberts' character but happy when
she was okay with everything.-- Marion

I think the three main characters had the perfect chemistry. It was funny and touching, and a pleasure to watch beginning to end.-- Rose

The singing in the restaurant was my favorite part.-- Joyce

Filming Locations

Cuneo Museum and Gardens-- Dreams of "I do" are often granted on the grounds of this Vernon Hills, Illinois estate. Once a private abode, in 1991 the mansion opened its doors to the public for self-guided tours. The manicured lawn which once felt the footfall of Cameron Diaz, Dermot Mulroney and Julia Roberts during one of the movie's key scenes is now often trod upon by the peacocks who add an extra touch of elegance to the refined residence.

Fourth Presbyterian Church-- Since 1914 this Gothic-influenced house of worship in Chicago, which served as the site of the movie's wedding scene, has welcomed flocks of the faithful.

Drakes Hotel-- A star in its own right, this landmark Chicago retreat from the Roaring '20's has appeared on the silver screen in Risky Business, The Blues Brothers and What Women Want.

Cast

Julia Roberts-- Since her 1997 role as potential wedding wrecker Julianne Potter, America's Pretty Woman has appeared in a string of box office successes, including another flick in which she filed down the aisle-- Runaway Bride.

Dermot Mulroney-- His rugged good looks landing him a number of roles in westerns, including Young Guns and Bad Girls, this Virginia-born thespian would once again find himself in a maritally-minded movie when he said "I do" to the script for The Wedding Date.

Cameron Diaz-- After her debut performance alongside Jim Carrey in The Mask, audiences realized that this blonde bombshell was a comedic queen disguised in the body of a beauty queen. Since her performance as bride-to-be Kimberly Wallace, the A-list actress has continued to make audiences chuckle in There's Something About Mary, The Sweetest Thing, Charlie's Angels, The Holiday and Shrek.

Rupert Everett-- Although the actual accolades were awarded to other stars that year, Everett's portrayal of Julia Robert's buddy George garnered this English actor nominations at the MTV Awards for best male breakthrough performance and best comedic performance, best supporting actor at the Golden Globes and best supporting actor at the BAFTAs. Later his voice would share the screen with that of Cameron Diaz, another cast member of My Best Friend's Wedding, as he took on the role of Prince Charming in the Shrek movies.

Rachel Griffiths-- Three years after warbling "Waterloo" alongside Toni Collette in Muriel's Wedding, this Australian actress found herself singing "I Say a Little Prayer (For You)" in this marriage-minded movie. Turning her sights to the small screen, Griffiths enjoyed a long run in Six Feet Under, and now in part of a star-studded ensemble cast in the ABC hit Brothers and Sisters.

Four Weddings and A Funeral: #9 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movie Category

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Always the guest and never the groom, Charles (played by Hugh Grant in one of his first roles as a leading man) seems fated to be fated to his band of buddies until his destiny takes a detour on someone else's wedding day. An invitation to say "I do" to 117 minutes of mirthful, maritally-minded mishaps, this Academy Award-nominated contemporary comedy classic leaves viewers with a bouquet of happy memories.

Lovetripper Reader Recommendations

I just love the dynamics of the friends in the movie.-- Rebecca

"In the words of David Cassidy, in fact, while he was still with The Partridge Family...I think I love you." One of the best movie lines ever! It still brings a smile to my face.-- Sandy

Hugh grant is so cute and funny. I love British comedies.-- Kelly

Having lived through a number of laughable mishaps on my wedding day, I always enjoy watching the funny "I do" disasters in this comedy classic.-- Ava

As an event planner, I loved a look at all of the different weddings! -- Ellen

Hugh Grant at his best.-- Bruce

It's truthful and it's honest.-- Christopher

Cast

Hugh Grant-- Winning a Bafta Award for his portrayal of commitment-shy Charles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Grant parlayed his fame into a string of box office hits, including Sense and Sensibility (in which he shared screen time with his Four Weddings co-star James Fleet), Notting Hill, About a Boy and Bridget Jones's Diary.

Andie MacDowell-- This southern beauty graced the covers of international magazines before embarking on a big screen career in 1984 with her role in Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes. Appearing in Sex, Lies and Videotape, Green Card and Groundhog Day before stepping in front of the cameras with Hugh Grant, the actress has since appeared alongside John Travolta in Michael and Queen Latifah in Beauty Shop. Those who wish to walk in the footsteps of the famous can book a stay in the Holly Room at the 1847 Blake House Inn Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina-- once the residence of MacDowell's grandmother-- where the childish scrawling of the future star can still be seen.

James Fleet-- While lovers of Regency romance will recognize him from his role in Sense and Sensibility, for Britcom buffs Fleet will always be the lovable Hugo Horton on The Vicar of Dibley.

Simon Callow-- An actor with a range that reaches from the broad comedy of Ace Ventua: When Nature Calls to refined roles in A Room with A View and Amadeus, this London-born thespian is also known for chronicling the lives of fellow actors with biographies of Orson Welles and Charles Laughton.

John Hannah-- Following his breakout performance as Matthew in Four Weddings and A Funeral, this Scottish star went to appear in The Mummy franchise of flicks.

Kristin Scott Thomas-- This silver screen beauty followed her role as Fiona with an Oscar-nominated performance in The English Patient.

Charlotte Coleman-- A cinematic light extinguished much too soon, Coleman-- best known for her portrayal of colorful Scarlett in Four Weddings and a Funeral-- made appearances in a number of British television series before her untimely passing in 2001 due to an asthma attack.

David Bower-- Choosing a different career path, the Welsh actor-- who starred as Charles's brother in the 1994 romantic comedy-- is now a sign dancer and choreographer.

Sixteen Candles: #10 in Romance Hall of Fame Wedding Movies Category

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In the life of every teenage girl, there is a Jake Ryan-- that paragon of perfection that the hierarchy of high school has deemed totally unattainable for anyone but a prom queen. Like most girls who fall short in the popularity department, Samantha Baker is accustomed to feeling invisible when it comes to the object of her secret adolescent affection, but she never fathomed that she would be overlooked by her own family on what should be one of the most memorable days in her young existence -- her 16th birthday.

Her fantasy of instant transformation from gangly girlhood into teen temptress upon reaching that magical number already dashed with one glance in the mirror, Samantha's day nosedives as her sister's impending I do's command all the attention. However, while weddings are traditionally a time of new beginnings for the bride and groom, our heroine finds her own life changing for the better after the ceremony. A cinematic time capsule of the early '80's, this John Hughes classic will leave you with a nostalgic glow that rivals the candles on Samantha's birthday cake.

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What a classic this movie is! When Molly Ringwald - after all she goes through to catch the eye of the boy she likes - walks out of the church after her sister's wedding, it's like a dream come true! And the movie as a whole is so funny. Her sister the Bride is fantastic after taking all those drugs to get rids of cramps! How embarrassing!-- Annmarie

It was sweet and the girl gets her heart throb. -- Angela

It was my decade and I could so relate! -- Marilyn

Twenty-five years later and I'm still dreaming of Jake Ryan.-- Carol

Cast

Molly Ringwald-- The girl every teen wanted to emulate in the '80's eluded the spotlight in the 1990's after her reign in such John Hughes hits as The Breakfast Club and Pretty in Pink. Having tread the boards in major Broadway productions, the Titian-haired star can now be seen on the ABCFamily drama The Secret Life of The American Teenager.

Anthony Michael Hall-- Far from his portrayal of "Farmer Ted," roles as Microsoft magnate Bill Gates in Pirates of Silicon Valley and on The Dead Zone were waiting for the former geek god after his continued success in a series of John Hughes flicks including The Breakfast Club and Weird Science.

Michael Schoeffling-- By bowing out of the limelight after just a few onscreen appearances (Vision Quest, Mermaids, Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken) the Pennsylvania-born heartbreaker who portrayed jock Jake Ryan has preserved the image of the perfect guy for generations to come. The elusive '80's icon is reported today to be a family man and owner of a woodworking shop.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer: Buffy and Angel #1 in Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi Couples Category

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Years before the dawn of the Twilight phenomenon, the small screen shed light on another paranormal paramour and his mortal soul mate in Buffy The Vampire Slayer, a series which-- if its number one showing in our Top 10 countdown of the most romantic sci-fi couples of all time is any indication-- will remain a fan favorite for eternity.

During his three seasons on the cult hit, Angel (portrayed by actor David Boreanaz) experienced both redemption and romance in the arms of one least likely to love a bloodsucker-- vampire slayer Buffy Summers (played by actress Sarah Michelle Gellar), and in the process learned that a heart without a beat can still be broken.

Relive the moment that Buffy Summers, much like Juliet Capulet, discovers that her only love has sprung from her only hate in the episode that reveals Angel's true vampire nature:

Cast

Find out about the stars who brought the Angel/Buffy/Spike triangle to life on the page dedicated to the couple who landed the number six spot on our countdown, Buffy and Spike.

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Buffy and Angel's love will always be eternal, and true love can over come any differences, even undead ones!-- Sarah

Because their love was forbidden, just like in Twilight!-- Amber

Buffy and Angel are the most romantic couple because they have so many things working against their relationship but no matter what they go through they still love each other. For example, 1. Angel is a vampire, Buffy is a vampire slayer. 2. Angel can never be truly happy or he will become Angelus again (this really limits their relationship). 3. Buffy has to kill Angel. 4. Angel loves Buffy but realizes it can't work between them so he watches her from a distance and sees all of the other guys she dates over the course of the series, the worst probably being Spike as he and Angel are not on the greatest terms.-- Emily

I think they are the most romantic character because it's a spellbound relationship, think about they are risking everything! Angel is a vampire, obviously one trying to be good, he spent a majority of his life feasting on rat blood rather human's. Buffy is a vampire SLAYER! They were enemies but became a couple. Buffy had been killing vampires for years, and Angel was killing humans and trying to stay alive for his whole life! They put a aside their major differences and fell in love! Buffy knew she SHOULD kill Angel but didn't because of the impact her love had on their lives! I suppose they are one of the most romantic sci-fi couples in history! It has always been a tragic vampire romance tell between a typical human and vampire, yes that's along some of the same lines here but these two have more to lose and more difference than a normal human and vampire! She wants to kill him-it's almost a necessity- and he feels like if he doesn't kill her he WILL die. But they don't kill each other and it turns out to be an amazing relationship! LOVE STRUCK ROMANCE BETWEEN A VAMPIRE AND A SLAYER!-- Faith

They have an eternal love. They are both willing to give everything for each other and want nothing more then to be together....regardless of the danger and their extreme differences!-- Cyndel

Buffy/Angel was the most tragic and beautiful romance I ever saw on TV.-- Melanie

True love that is its own greatest obstacle. The ultimate star-crossed lovers, the very act of achieving happiness would destroy it.-- Toby

They make a good couple and team.-- Amy

I think that Buffy and Angel were the most romantic Sci-Fi/Fantasy couple because their relationship was like "forbidden fruit." Angel had a soul, but he couldn't love physically for fear of hurting the one he loved, so Buffy had to love him from a
distance, so to speak. It was a romance that should have never happened, but was extremely amazing when it did.-- Kristin

I love Buffy and Angel because it seemed impossible that they could be together, but they loved each other enough to do it
anyway:)-- Skye

Buffy and Angel had such a strong love and they would do anything for each other.-- Cassie

Because they had the hugest thing keeping them apart but they still managed to stay together. We will just forget that whole
Angel series, okay? ;)-- Kirsten

A vampire slayer in love with a vampire is proof that opposites attract.-- Bridget

This couple is a classic example of the couple that can never really be together because it is for the good of others.-- Nadine

This is the most romantic couple because they love each other for who they are and not looks, money, popularity or even
whether or not they're even human. its such an amazing show and they make a beautiful couple. They're there for each other when they're needed and they always know what's best for one another.-- Samantha

Is because they are TOTALLY in love and would die for each other. Even if it means that one would have to kill the other.-- Danielle

C'mon. Is there anyone else? A true love that transcends forbidden barriers is so sexy and hot.-- Jodi

Because they kept trying to make it work, even though it was doomed from the start.-- Christine

They had a passion that sizzled on the screen. You felt it as you watched them love each other knowing that they could never
really be together. In an age where casual sex and quick relationships are the norm, their's was all about true love.-- Kristen

The love that can never be.-- Leslie

They're not the "perfect" couple.-- Peter

They loved each other so much, but could never really be together. Very intense and sad!-- Anonymous

He cheated death for her.-- Stacey

They are unusual, but really each thinks of themselves as unworthy of the other and they put the other first.-- Judy

I think Buffy and Angel are prime candidates for TV's hottest smallscreen couple because the sheer magnetism of what draws
them together -- lust and bloodlust -- could be the same dynamic that is both of their undoings!-- Joseph

Classic could never really be together relationship.-- Adrienne

They look perfect together.-- Richard

They had the most passionate and intense relationship! Who can beat that?-- Candice

Roswell: Max and Liz # 2 in Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

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Just as one touch of the hero's healing hand left its imprint on the show's heroine, the cosmic connection between a girl and her celestial soul mate has left an impression on the hearts of devoted Dreamers which, years after Roswell's final episode, has yet to fade away.

Over the course of three seasons, fans followed the love story of Max Evans (portrayed by actor Jason Behr), an alien hybrid from the famed Roswell incident who defies his stars to be with Liz Parker (played by actress Shiri Appleby), and in so doing this modern Romeo and Juliet create their own destiny.

Roswell Filming Locations

Casa Moreno Mexican Grill-- Although Alien Blasts aren't on the menu, with a little imagination Roswellians can picture the Pod Squad at this Covina, California eatery, which served as the exterior for The Crashdown Cafe. Located at 223 N. Citrus Avenue, the restaurant is open Monday - Saturday and features live entertainment on Friday nights and a banquet area for celebrations.

Vasquez Rocks-- Its jagged edged pointing toward the heavens, it comes as no surprise that Vasquez Rocks has become an iconic image for sci-fi fans over the years. Having appeared in numerous cinematic and small screen features, including both the TV version of Star Trek and its 2009 movie prequel, the formation played the part of the pod chamber from which the Royal Four emerged and the Granilith chamber-- a way to a home among the stars. Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park is located at 10700 W. Escondido Canyon Road in Agua Dulce, between Santa Clarita and Palmdale.

Cast

Discover the ensemble that embodied the tale of earthbound extraterrestrials on a page dedicated to the couple who lands at number 8 on our romantic sci-fi TV couples countdown, Roswell's Michael Guerin and Maria De Luca.

Fall in love with Roswell from the beginning as you view the show's pilot episode:

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Max and Liz are the definition of love. They are the only couple I've ever seen that portrays love perfectly. They show you that love is when you would do absolutely ANYTHING for the other person. It's about being there for each other 100% and even though times get hard, you know everything is going to be okay because of one single look or smile from the one you love. You trust them fully no matter what. They show you that love is difficult and being in a relationship is difficult but if you just give it a shot, it will all be worth it.-- Michelle

I have been obsess with Max & Liz since I was only ten years old. Even now, ten years later, I still aspire to have such a star-crossed relationship such as theirs. Everything about them seemed to fit and they fought for love even when Max was destined to be with Tess. I still read the fanfic & watch the DVD's & I am STILL taken away by the chemistry, the storyline, the sincerity portrayed.-- Faith

I think that Max and Liz is my favorite Sci-Fi TV couple because of their chemistry. In the show the show they truly loved each other against all odds. They always gave you hope no matter how dark the problems were. Even though Max was alien Liz was always their for him and didn't judge him. Max and Liz were everything to each other even they hurt each other. Plus Max showed you how to treat a girl. They actually made you believe in soul mates.-- Courtney

The first couple that got me hooked on romance AND sci-fi. A couple that makes me believe in destiny and the ones that have amazing chemistry! When they look in each other eyes, they can see their souls. Till this day, I still watch my DVDs to watch my favorite tv couple.-- Sopheap

Max healed Liz and both connected spiritually and formed a deep love for each other. This healing of Liz affected her in a way that no other normal crush would have. Max allowed Liz to really 'see him' when she saw images of his life when they touched. She did EVERYTHING for Max and really respected him and visa versa. There will never be another love like Max and Liz...-- Justine

Max and Liz were sweet and pure and romantic and just perfect in every way. Liz was the smart girl next door and Max was the dashing heroic alien from the next galaxy.It was a timeless love match made in the heavens and here on earth.-- Joan

Their love surpassed boundaries and what they have is nothing I've seen before in other shows. They really set the bar higher...-- Anna

They show what true love really is.-- Krista

They're everything I've always wanted and more. I've never seen anything like it before.-- Chris

I believe they are the most romantic couple because (even though they are not real and are just acting) they look into each others' souls. You can see it in their eyes, and because they both know exactly how one another feel about each other... not only because they can feel it, but they can see it. through the alien "abilities" of Max they are able to get flashes of one another... and not only see what the other has seen, but they are able to feel how the other was feeling at that exact moment. This ability has caused an eternal bond that links them for eternity. I also believe they are the most romantic couple because they beat the odds. They were able to over come every obstacle that came there way: alien hunters, parents, evil aliens (Tess) -- and not only be together, but still have time to appreciate each other. Just watch season one episode Sexual Healing... the nose grazes, the passion, the consideration... I do not even know how to describe it. This was one of my favorite shows... I am topsy tervy over which couple i like better... Max and Liz or Michael and Maria... but when it comes down to it I believe Max and Liz are the most romantic couple... not only of this program, but of every program. I only hope and pray that some day I have that kind of romance in my life.-- Jennifer

They are soul mates.. what's more romantic then that! Max risked EVERYTHING for Liz! His Life! and eventually Liz does the same for him!-- Karen

I think this is the most romantic couple because even though Max was different, he always acted out with more human kindness than any other actual human being would. He tried to compensate for his being different and that made him so much better to love. Liz stayed by Max through everything, even though the situation with Tess was hard and it did cause her alot of heartache, she loved Max more than her own life as he loved her. They always treated each other with respect and with kindness and like I said, even though they had very hard times and their relationship was almost impossible to continue, they did it and they conquered every challenge. I think this is by far the best love story and Romantic Couple I've seen. They deserve to win because when I watch Roswell and see them together, it gives me tingles and makes me wish I had people like Max Evans & Liz Parker on my side.-- Jessica

They were born to love each other, they loved each other before they knew each other, and soul mates should never be apart.
Anyone who can stand the tests of time as they did/do, should be the couple of the century...She sacrificed and so did he. True love only comes once and when destiny calls, you take it.-- Lori

They had an amazing chemistry that just surpassed all expectations of what love is.-- Aileen

Max & Liz were the classic forbidden love story of all time. Those 2 characters made my heart melt just watching them that 1st season of Roswell when it aired in 1999. From the very 1st episode I was hooked. I purchased the DVD's when they came out years just so I could watch them over and over again. Their forbidden love makes them the super couple of all time.-- Angela

From the pilot episode of Roswell it became apparent Max Evans and Liz Parker had a bond between them that no one could
break, even though they didn't even know each other that well. Then, as episodes went by they got closer and closer together and they could not stand to be apart. Their chemistry made me question what was so great about normal!-- Kady

Of all the TV couples that I have seen those two made it look the most real. The looks that they gave each other made you see
two people that were truly in love. The emotion between them felt real the good and the bad times, it made feel part of them. You wanted to find someone to share those kind of feelings with.-- Robert

They are beyond connected to each other. They're desperately in love & amazing... :)-- Michelle

A deep storyline, with interesting characters who had to in the end deliberately choose to be together and risk everything they ever knew to do it. Smallville copied the same formula, fitting the Superman model into Roswell.-- Steve

It's a modern show, but they have an on-screen style and presence that remind me of classic films.-- Jason

Max and Liz belong together. Whatever happens, they are part of the soul one an other. They are faithful, even when they aren't together, even when events pull them apart it is so strong they don't really see anything than each other.-- Claude

They look soo good together, both of them are soo hot and cute!!!They are always fighting for their love no matter what, and it feel the chemistry on the screen is so romantic!!!-- Ana

Most romantic, full of passion...-- Gavra

As a young teen I watched this series and fell in love with the romance of Max and Liz. I recently bought the series on DVD and fell in love all over again. The series is timeless and captivating. It reminds me of the struggles that Edward and Bella go
through in Twilight. No matter how old you are Max and Liz will touch your heart, and bring back memories of your first love.-- Misty

Max and Liz chose their own destiny. When everything told them they couldn't be together, they fought against the odds and made it work.-- Erin

I started watching Roswell when I was in high school. There was just something about the idea of a human girl and an alien falling in love, aside from that, there was humor and sci-fi. The fans were robbed. Many of us hated the direction that the show went. To us, season three wasn't enough to repair all that was done. Despite all that, I'm still a huge Roswell (Max/Liz) fan. At twenty something, this show still manages to pull me in. Shiri and Jason had great chemistry with each other. I mean he risked his life just to save hers. How romantic is that? She doesn't have to help him, but she wants to. Somewhere between the awkward situations, running from the FBI and trying to find the truth, we got to see a little romance. The writers must have done something right with that because now, seven years after it ended, there are still thousands of fans.-- Alysia

The chemistry between the two is untouched by any other couple.-- Carolyn

Because they have the most amazing on screen chemistry, they only need a look and you really believe it, so much more than any other couple on screen.-- Zoe

Max risked everything when he brought Liz back to life. He loved her from day one. Despite their ups and downs they ended up together because of that love.-- Ashley

The intensity of their love for each other. The forbidden Romeo/Juliet aspect of their relationship. How passionate they are for each other and in the end over come all obstacles to be together.-- Mandy

In the episode 'Four Aliens' Tess tells Liz "Max loves you. Every time we were together. Every time we kissed. He was thinking of you. He had these flashes... that I saw... and... they were always of you."The acting and script was so good that I believed this. No matter what happened they loved each other. If that's not romantic I don't know what is.-- Suzanne

Because since the beginning they are meant to be together and Liz said at the end of the show : "I would do anything... if it
means being with you..."They ended up together because it was so obvious...-- Morgane

Lax aka Max and Liz is one of the all time romantic couples just for the simple fact their love for me was true honest and they were always meant to be. Their relationship started friends and slowly blossom into true love but what capture me most to their story was Max had been secretly in love with Liz ever since they were in the third grade and the fact that Max was willing to risk being expose as an alien to save Liz's life, that's what i call true love. in return Liz risks her life to help Max through situations and Liz brought Max back to life with one kiss-- that is what I call true undying love and Shiri Appleby and Jason Behr had amazing chemistry.-- Shakirah

Max and Liz went through trials and tribulations in the first season to be together and at the end, Liz let Max fulfil his destiny and he didn't want that, he wanted Liz. In the second season, they were at odds with each other about the destiny issue and in end, Max got with Tess and Liz got with Sean. At the end, Max let Tess leave with the Granolith and he got back with Liz and they got married... They showed that true love exists, even though that they were 2 different species.... They gave everyone hope to find their own knight in shining armor.-- Jeniffer

They had the most amazing chemistry on the show, pure love, sometimes they had it rough but in the end love prevailed!-- Lindy

Max and Liz are the sweetest and most romantic couple out there. They are truly in love.-- Jaye

I think they are the most romantic couple 'cause it's the story of being soul mates. And who is not wishing to find his/her soul mate to live happily together ever after?-- Nina

Best couple out there. Watch a show of Roswell, you will see.-- Matt

Max and Liz really have something special and although there are events that may force them apart, their love for each other still persists and is evident in everything they do. They are the perfect couple and definitely the most romantic!-- Bianca

They are the most romantic because they have been through it all and came out getting married. They are the best couple in TV history.-- Joseph

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Doctor Who: The Doctor and Rose #3 in Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

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The poet Henry Van Dyke once wrote that"...for those who love, time is eternity." The sentiment certainly rings true for the couple voted into third place in our romance Hall of Fame. Traveling through the passage of the years and marveling at all the universe holds, the last of the Time Lords finally found his twin soul in a 21st century girl. Parted by fate, their parallel lives may never touch again, but no matter where his journey may lead, a part of The Doctor will always remain with his companion, Rose Tyler.

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I find Rose's devotion to the doctor and willingness to give up everything for him touching, and it was great to see the doctor show his vulnerability with Rose.-- Geoff

The Doctor and Rose shared a beautiful story, simply because their love is forbidden. He must not fall in love, yet it does quite clearly. The Doctor is a great lord of time, he saves race after race, prevents destruction of planets & is the last of his kind. And he falls in love with a 21st century London shop girl. Beautiful.-- Stephanie

Because they complete and support one another even in the darkest of times. She isn't particularly beautiful or brilliant, but she is exactly what he needs. She is his home, his family, the one thing he believes in.-- Rae

Even when they are ripped apart and separated by universes they still love each other and even the knowledge they will likely never see each other again, it's still there.-- Dawn

The charismatic doctor falls for the ordinary Rose... dreams can come true!!!-- Fae

Because it's so epic. It spans much more than time (and space). It spanned universes and new bodies. Nothing devastated as much as when they were torn apart from one another at the end of the second season.-- Sara

Because they are so tender and subtle and the caring grew gradually.-- Richard

They are amazing and no matter how long they are apart they always find a way back together and hopefully Rose is back for David Tennant's last episode as The Doctor.-- Jenna

They have so much compassion for each other and it's a subtle on screen romance that leaves you wanting more.-- Abbie

The Doctor (before meeting Rose) was lost and alone and hurt because of what happened to his people, but she has helped him far more than anyone else could have during that time, and as everyone else could see he fell for her! The Doctor actually fell in love before our eyes! They have gone through so much from all their adventures, to Doomsday, and then finally Journey's End. I love all the companions, but Rose and the Doctor have captivated me with their adventures and their adorable scenes. Best sci-fi couple I've ever seen!-- Alexa

The chemistry between the two came through.-- Thomas

The Doctor is still holding a torch for Rose Tyler.-- Ralph

The Doctor was scared from War and lose, hurt and lonely. Rose bored with mundane life. They immediately connected, first as friends then a love that grew, endured even with his regeneration. A tension was always there but nothing admitted till they were torn apart. Their relationship was touching, had healing in it and had the feeling of love without lust. When the Doctor loses Rose his pain is so palatable. When they reunited I felt their joy..They will always be soul mates to me.-- Jennifer

His life of constant travel continually tore at them. It was heartbreaking to see them care for one another so much, yet not be able to be together.-- Cynthia

This is a love that travels through time and space. They will always love each other.-- Patrizia

They would do anything possible to save each other, even give their lives. Their love is unspoken, but unmistakeably present.-- Charles

As Woody Allen wrote in 'Shadows and Fog', "There's only one kind of love that lasts - unrequited love. It stays with you forever." And the intense bond between this pair is truly doomed to that sad fate. Their relationship is fraught with danger and peppered with myriad and seemingly insurmountable obstacles: mortality vs immortality; an entire universe of physical separation to name two. During their partnership both the Doctor and Rose make selfless sacrifices for the other. Rose, proving that love is stronger than space & time, manages against every possible to find her way back to the man she loves twice. In turn, the Doctor sacrifices first his life (9th) for his companion and then the sole possibility of happiness and the end of his interminable loneliness for Rose by holding back his feelings and giving her the "Doctor" she can be with for the rest of her life. Sob!-- H.

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Cast

David Tennant-- Voted the world's "sexiest Scot," it comes as no surprise that Tennant had no trouble tackling the role of Casanova before taking his first trip in the TARDIS. His talents allowing for easy transition between heroic and villainous characters, fantasy fans may also recognize the 10th Time Lord as Barty Crouch Jr. in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

Christopher Eccleston-- The first actor to portray the man from Gallifrey since 1989, the ninth Doctor is known for his roles in 28 Days Later and Elizabeth as well as his stint on another sci-fi hit, Heroes.

Billie Piper-- At 15 the youngest recording artist ever to reach the top of the UK charts with her hit "Because We Want To" (the video of which, foreshadowing her foray into sci-fi, features the star emerging from a UFO) the British beauty followed her two-season stint on Doctor Who with performances which propelled her into the past, ranging from a television version of Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey to The Ruby in the Smoke before taking on a racy role in Secret Diary of a Call Girl.

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The X-Files: Mulder and Scully #4 in Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

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At times as covert as their assignments, the relationship between FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully was a study in subtlety, and over the course of its nine-season stint on FOX fans found themselves not only wanting to believe in the existence of extraterrestrials, but also in the possibility of passion between their favorite pair of paranormal investigators. As trust became tenderness and their mutual respect transformed into romance, in later seasons the truth was out there-- Fox Mulder and Dana Scully were in love, and their feelings for each other land them in fourth place in our sci-fi couples countdown.

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This is a classic. She started out thinking he was crazy but he gradually won her over and showed his love for her with action over and over.-- Galen

Even though their relationship was more subtle, I think that they had a unique relationship. I also like how their relationship developed throughout the series and in the movies also.-- C.L.

I think Mulder and Scully are the most romantic couple because even though they are co-workers they are so supportive of one another and have such great chemistry. I love watching them together.-- Kristen

The classic love/hate push and pull with strange supernatural stuff creating a murky stage.-- Jennifer

They liked each other but they never really did anything about. That seems to hold true for people in the real life and that is why it is my pick.-- Amy H.

They were totally independent yet still needed each other.-- Deanna

Mulder and Scully are the ultimate Scifi couple. They set the tone for the banter and sexual tension that has characterized all the amazing couples that have come after them. Also, their love was based on respect and trust. Thus, they were a couple that you could actually root for.-- Amber

They stuck with each other through thick and thin.-- Leann

Because they are both smart.-- Amy T.

This is endless love where time has no boundaries. They even died and came back!!!!-- Cara

I loved the way their relationship evolved from wary of each other to friendship to close friendship to finally true love. It was all very natural and by the end I couldn't imagine them with anyone but each other.-- Ann

They're just so perfect together.-- Jessica

The couple's chemistry is evident in the following clip:

Cast

Gillian Anderson-- Fine tuning her acting talent in decidedly more earth-bound fare after her years as Agent Scully, Anderson has donned Victoria garb for her role in the Dickens' classic Bleak House and stepped in front of the camera as the PBS presenter for adaptations of Jane Austen's works.

David Duchovny-- Winning a Golden Globe for his role as FBI Agent Fox Mulder, Duchovny's name would once again be announced on the awards' telecast for his work in Showtime's Californication.

Charmed: Piper and Leo # 5 in Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

2009-05-11T11:04:00.000-05:00

The Power of Three set the Halliwell sisters free, and for one-third of The Charmed Ones the Power of Two meant a love that was true. Spellbound by guardian angel Leo's kind heart, Piper Halliwell did her best to balance a "normal' family life with her Whitelighter husband and their children while dealing with demons on a daily basis along side her supernatural siblings-- a process that "Charmed" viewers for eight seasons.

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What they had was so real, it was based on a close friendship and a deep caring and gradually blossomed. Surpressed but yet emotionally charged. Not thriving on sex, that wasn't even an issue in their relationship. What Piper and Leo had was true
unconditional love.-- Ronald

I love this show, and I think the way Piper and Leo can connect and keep fighting to be together is what true love is.-- Danielle

After all of the hardship and obstacles, they still had a strong relationship.-- Theodore

Piper and Leo are one of the most romantic couples you will ever see (besides Romeo and Juliet and Bella and Edward of courseeee!!!!) This is so because when Piper first meet Leo you saw it in their eyes how much they loved each other right then and there. Their love was true when they were fighting, flirting, just having a sad moment, or kicking demon butts but most of all was when they are together you saw their love through all their actions, and words they spoke. Their love was passionate throughout the entire show. Even when they thought one of them was dead. As more seasons became more passionate and loving and romantic Piper and Leo got.-- Alexandra L.

Over and over again, Piper and Leo fight to stay together, through the drama that strikes their lives, through death, betrayal, and tragedy, in the long run, they still manage to be together and love each other.-- Rebecca

Piper and Leo are two very similar people both very... special. Leo is a healer and Piper is a witch-one of the three Charmed Ones. They are such a wonderful couple they stay together through the thick and thin. Knowing the thin is always most likely over all, since every day the seem to have some sort of demon after them and the other charmed Ones. They have children together, knowing they could be able to handle it in every single one of their situations, as long as the other was there with them. Every time something happens to one of them, the other is hurt too. They are fantastic! I love the story behind Charmed, and Leo and Piper!-- Faith M.

Why I think they are the most romantic couple is because they are great together on the show you can't even tell their love
isn't real. I know alot of t.v. shows are about falling into love and getting married but these two are a one of a kind couple. I
can't stop watching their romance. I love Charmed!-- Alexandra G.

They went through so much to be together and in the end, they were for the rest of their lives!-- Barbara

I think they are because they love each other a lot but they show examples of a real couple because they fight, separate and
have kids that's why I think they are the best couple.-- Rudy

Charmed is awesome when Leo Holds Piper and tells her he loves her. It is so Emotional. PS:I almost Cried-- Faith

Both Piper and Leo share a bond of love that transcends every obstacle life throws at them (death, separation, fights, and the magic forces that are constantly driving a wedge between them but don't keep them apart).-- Daniel

I loved the way they took their time to bring Piper and Leo together. There was so much chemistry between them. I loved their wedding day, the music and the beautiful balls of light which surrounded them. They were just so magical together.-- Laura

Cast

Holly Marie Combs-- After eight seasons as the time-freezing witch Piper Halliwell on Charmed and four earlier years on the series Picket Fences, Combs chose to take time away from the public eye to enjoy private life as a wife and mother.

Alyssa Milano-- Having grown up in the public eye, the former Who's The Boss star followed her portrayal of premonition-seeing Phoebe Halliwell with the pursuit another passion, launching a clothing line for sports-loving women called Touch.

Shannon Doherty-- Stepping away from the Spelling series after three seasons as oldest sister Prue Halliwell, Doherty would go on to reprise her earlier role of Brenda Walsh in the continuation of another Spelling saga, 90210.

Rose McGowan-- Walking on to the set in season four as part whitelighter/part witch Paige, McGowan would follow her foray into in the the realm of supernatural TV series with a big screen homage to the B-movies of yesterday, Grindhouse. Today the talented actress is prepping for her silver screen performance as comic book vixen Red Sonja.

Brian Krause-- Krause's role as white lighter/love interest Leo has led the actor to appearances on CSI: Miami, The Closer and Mad Men.

Like any other betrothed couple, Piper and Leo didn't always see eye to eye regarding their "I do" details, as in this scene from season three:

Buffy The Vampire Slayer: Buffy and Spike #6 in Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

2009-05-07T16:57:00.019-05:00

Like so many who find themselves numbed by their day to day existence, Buffy Summers' search for a way to feel alive again eventually led her into the arms of a "bad boy." Although not feelings in their purest form, like those she experienced with first love Angel (who will make an appearance later on in the countdown) fans witnessed over the years as revulsion between two former enemies turned into respect and lust transformed into a surprisingly tender love which ultimately renewed both their souls.

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Actually I think Buffy and Spike were the Most Romantic Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Couple. Spike had a connection and feeling towards Buffy that Angel could never have. There was friction and tenderness between them. Spike and Buffy should have been the ultimate couple at the end of the series. Angel was too angelic and Spike had character.-- Johnny

I really enjoyed watching these two on screen. Spike is very mysterious and sexy, Buffy strong and sexy. They made the screen light up.-- Cathy

Passionate!-- Katharine

Because they belong together even though Buffy didn't want to admit to it!-- Marie

Cast

Sarah Michelle Gellar-- Best known for portraying Sunnydale's slayer Buffy Summers, the blonde beauty made the leap on to the big screen with another band of Scoobies for two full-length features based on the perpetually popular Saturday morning cartoon, Scooby Doo. Familiar with the fright genre after seven years of vanquishing vamps, Gellar would go on to star in an American remake of the Japanese horror hit The Grudge, and will soon appear on the silver screen as the lead in the cinematic adaptation of the Paulo Coelho novel, Veronika Decides To Die. The wife of actor Freddie Prinze Jr., the actress will soon add the title of Mother to her long list of accomplishments.

James Marsters-- His stint as Spike having served him well, both on Buffy The Vampire Slayer and a reprisal of the role on the show's spin-off series Angel, the American actor would continue in the sci-fi vein with appearances in Smallville and Torchwood. A love of music is also in Marsters' blood, as anyone who has seen the Buffy episode "Once More, With Feeling" can attest. Once a member fo the band Ghost of the Robot, the TV heartthrob now performs as a solo act.

David Boreanaz-- A five-season future on his own spin-off series Angel followed actor David Boreanaz after his final bow on Buffy The Vampire Slayer. Today the star can be seen fighting crime as the all too human Seeley Booth in the series Bones.

Alyson Hannigan-- After her years as witch Willow Rosenberg, Hannigan now hones her comedic skills in the CBS series How I Met Your Mother.

Anthony Head-- His role as Watcher Giles at an end, the British thespian has since made appearances in another sci-fi cult hit, Doctor Who. Head is currently starring in the Britcom Free Agents.

Take a walk down memory lane by watching the episode "School Hard," Spike's first appearance on Buffy The Vampire Slayer:

Ghost Whisperer: #7 in Romance Hall of Fame's Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

2009-05-07T09:39:00.006-05:00

Love is a force that binds souls together, both in this life and the next. In the town of Grandview, Melinda Gordon helps the lost spirits who linger on for the sake of the living to tie up the loose ends of their pasts and guide them as they take their leap of faith into the light.

In season four of the series Melinda suffered her own loss with the sudden death of her husband, Jim Clancy. However, the couple learn that death holds no dominion over true love, and Jim-- in the footsteps of another body-- finds his way back to the woman he loves.

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Despite Jim dying and becoming a new man (Sam), Melinda and Jim have still been able to reconnect and be just as in love as they were before Jim's death. They show that true love does exist and that love makes two souls into one.-- Sara

Melinda and Jim's story has touched me because it shows that love can conquer all, even death, if the love is strong enough. I feel that their story is proof that love is real and that it can get people through anything if it is strong and true.-- Candie

They have been through so much and they still love each other. Also, he is very understanding of her gift and gives her room and time to do her thing.-- Joyce

What woman wouldn't be very impressed by a man who would try and cheat death for her, do anything to stay with her. Very romantic.-- Stacey

Because they have been through so much together and then Melinda loses him only to find that Jim is in someone elses body just to be with her and even though it's hurting Melinda to see Jim in someone else's body she's still trying to get her true love back and that's so sweet.-- Victoria

They are still together..even after death.-- Barbara

Their love has survived death even!-- Kathy

Even dead, their love survives.-- Dana

Because they are so cute together and so obviously in love.--Judy

Not even death can keep soul mates separated.-- Jennifer

They had the perfect romance until a tragic accident takes him to the other side. Their romance must begin again when Jim's ghost possesses another's body and he loses his memory. It has been a sad and tragic path.-- Tamara

The whole family loves Ghost Whisperer. I think the only reason my husband watches it is to see Jennifer Love Hewitt.-- Robin

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Cast

Jennifer Love Hewitt-- From family drama (Party of Five) and romantic comedy (Can't Hardly Wait) to fright flicks (I Know What You Did Last Summer, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer), this multi-talented beauty of both the silver and small screen also wears a producer's hat on the set of her hit CBS show.

David Conrad-- No stranger to sci-fi, Conrad stepped into the role of Agent Pierce on the series Roswell before his haunting portrayal of medic Jim Clancy.

Camryn Manheim-- Before her role as Delia Banks, this Emmy Award-winning actress starred as Ellenor Frutt in the ABC hit The Practice.

Jamie Kennedy-- Best known for his comedic talents, his stint as another gifted with the ability to converse with apparations Eli James would lead him toward love with co-star Jennifer Love Hewitt.

Roswell's Michael and Maria: #8 in the Romance Hall of Fame's Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

2009-05-05T12:30:00.005-05:00

The personification of teenage alienation, Michael Guerin is an alien/human hybrid hoping to find love and acceptance among the stars before realizing that he had already found his true home in the arms of a Jetta-driving waitress.

Airing for three seasons, the former WB/UPN series revolved around the lives of four Roswell aliens who hold on to their humanity as they explore their "not of this earth" abilities" and two teenage girls who help to hide their extraterrestrial identity as they embark on all-too-human relationships.

Although years have passed since the show's closing credits rolled across TV screens for the last time, fans' passion for more of the sweet and spicy love stories between star-crossed lovers Max and Liz (who will make an appearance later on our list of top 10 sci-fi TV couples) and the more temperamental twosome of Michael and Maria still runs as hot as the bottles of Tabasco sent to studio executives in a campaign which once saved the series from cancellation.

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Michael and Maria are my favorite couple because not only are they a sexy couple but because besides the alien aspect, they are real. They don't hold back and they fight, they love, they bicker, they laugh, they are true real couple. Majandra and Brendan had such chemistry that it flowed off the screen into my heart.-- Sarah

If you recall the show their relationship lasted the longest. It's hard to get a man to change, everyone women knows that, but Micheal did try (wasn't too successful) but they where always there for each other, comforting each other and their relationship wasn't like the typical "I love you so much blah blah." Their arguing and trying too hard or not trying at all was so cute.-- Bianka

They are like fire and ice, like day and night, like a shout and whisper, they cannot exist without each other and this is beautiful.-- Dorota

They are home for each other.-- Janiana

Because they love each other soo much that they can't be together. And they are both funny and I think they are a cute couple together. And they want to make each other happy. Their relationship is like roller coaster but they will always be there for each other.-- Catherine

I watched Roswell 1999-2002. I'm fixing to be 18 and i still read the Michael and Maria fan fiction, and trust me there is not enough because I have read it over and over countless times. It doesn't ever get old because that's how amazing it was.-- Jessica

No matter how much they argued or pushed each other away, it was always obvious that they loved each other and didn't want anyone else.-- Angelene

Frustration slowly begins to transform into a budding friendship as Michael, with a reluctant Maria in tow, goes in search of answers to his alien history in 285 South, an episode from the first season of Roswell:

Cast

Jason Behr-- Two years after his portrayal of Max Evans, the reserved teen/King of Antar, the actor met his real life queen (Private Practice cast member KaDee Strickland) on the set of the horror flick The Grudge. The star, who continued in the sci-fi genre with roles in Skinwalkers and D-War, will soon grace the big screen in the romantic dramedy The Last International Playboy.

Shiri Appleby-- Portraying Liz Parker, the human honey of head alien Max Evans, eventually led actress Appleby to her roles as Anya in the short-lived series Six Degrees and as Daria Wade on the final season of ER. The star, who appeared alongside Tom Hanks (the father of her former Roswell cast mate Colin Hanks) in Charlie Wilson's War, recently filmed the pilot for an upcoming CW series, Light Years.

Brendan Fehr-- His stint as hot-tempered hybrid Michael Guerin complete, Fehr's name appeared on the cast of CSI: Miami as well as in the ABCFamily original, Samurai Girl.

Majandra Delfino-- Although viewers were offered a small taste of her vocal talent through her role as waitress/aspiring singer Maria De Luca, fans finally experienced the star's musical mastery when her CD Tarte was released in 2007.

Katherine Heigl-- Three years after filming her final scene as alien Isabel Evans, Katherine Heigl would once again step in front of the cameras as Dr. Isobel "Izzie" Stevens in Grey's Anatomy, a role which won her an Emmy. Her performances in Knocked Up and 27 Dresses proves that this star shines just as bright on the big screen.

Emilie de Ravin-- Although neither the "pod squad" nor some of the show's viewers ever fully embraced the conflict-causing character of Tess Harding, the Australian actress who stepped into the skin of Roswell's fourth alien is loved for her portrayal of Claire on ABC's current sci-fi hit, Lost.

Colin Hanks-- Roswell introduced a number of soon-to-be famous faces, including the son of Oscar winner Tom Hanks. After playing best buddy Alex Whitman for two seasons, Hanks would go on to show off his acting skills in such diverse fare as King Kong, Untraceable and The House Bunny.

Pushing Daisies: #9 in the Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

2009-05-04T10:33:00.003-05:00

The most lovable non-tactile twosome on TV, Ned the pie maker and his reanimated childhood sweetheart Charlotte "Chuck" Charles made conversing with corpses look cute for two seasons before the highly-stylized show, much like the dearly departed whose suspicious deaths were solved on the series, met its untimely end.

As sweet as the honey cultivated by the leading man's beekeeper beloved, Pushing Daisies is the surrealistic tale of Ned, a baker who possesses the power to bring the dead back to life, if only long enough to collect clues which will lead him and his private eye partner Emerson Cod to their killer.

Although one touch is all it takes to nudge the deceased from the netherworld, his paranormal prowess comes with a price-- if Ned does not return the dead to their former state by touching them a second time within one minute, another life will be taken in their place. This practice doesn't pose a problem until the pie maker hears of the demise of Chuck who, once awakened from her unnatural slumber, joins the crime-solving business with her hero-- the man she can never touch again.

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This is soooooo cute and romantic. Ned loves her and he can't even touch her! She's dead he brought her back and now,he can't touch her or she'll be gone forever! He loves her and you can tell she feels the same way! It a funny cute romance that's a bit awkward and aggravating! The can't TOUCH! The way he gazes into her eyes seems to be enough. Not to forget the way he looks at her.....*sigh* I love this couple and think they fit the bill for the world's most romantic scifi characters!-- Faith

Ned the pie maker and Chuck his life long sweetheart are the most romantic. Due to their trying circumstances, they cherish each other.-- Phyllis

I think Chuck and Ned from Pushing Daisies are the most romantic couple b/c he brought her back to life knowing full
well what would happen. They really truly love each other, not just due to the physical love since they can't actually touch each other, but actual true love. They find cute creative little ways to kiss w/o ever really touching (like the adorable plastic wrap
scene--loved it!).-- Heather

Cast

Lee Pace-- Before portraying Pushing Daisies' pie-making protagonist, Pace appeared on another short-lived TV contemporary cult classic, Wonderfalls.

Anna Friel-- The British beauty , who stepped into the role of Charlotte "Chuck" Charles, is accustomed to fantasy fare, having appeared in a version of Shakespeare's A Midsummer's Night Dream.

Kristin Chenoweth-- Before Olive Snook crooned renditions of "Birdhouse in Your Soul" and "Hopelessly Devoted to You," the actress who inhabited the role of the lovelorn waitress belted out tunes on Broadway in Wicked and Candide.

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Moonlight: #10 in the Romance Hall of Fame Sci-Fi TV Couples Category

2009-05-03T12:29:00.002-05:00

Lasting just one season, sci-fi fans may have only been able to savor a taste of Moonlight, but the People's Choice Award-winning show's love story between a vampire and the investigative reporter who steals his stilled heart away is in the viewers' blood forever.

During its 16 episode run on CBS, the tale unfolds of Mick St. John-- a 90-year-old immortal who keeps the streets of L.A safe through his position as a private investigator as he keeps a close eye on inquisitive internet reporter Beth Turner, whose childhood memories of the mysterious man who once saved her from the clutches of a mad woman (Coraline) are veiled by the passage of time.

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"He protected her from childhood and fell in love...it's awesome."-- Barbara

"After falling in love with Twilight I started looking around for more vampire love stories. Mick and Beth's relationship is one of the most moving paranormal romances I've come across." -- Katherine

Cast

Alex O'Laughlin-- The Aussie star took on the mantle of supernatural private investigator Mick St. John after a stint playing a detective on The Shield.

Sophia Myles-- The British beauty who portrayed Beth Turner, the leading man's love interest, was already familiar with fanged co-stars, having stepped into the role of Lucy in a BBC presentation of Dracula one year before cameras rolled on the ill-fated CBS series. Fantasy fans may also recognize the actress from her appearance on an episode of Doctor Who as Madame de Pompadour.

Jason Dohring-- Best known for playing Logan Echolls in the UPN/CW cult favorite Veronica Mars, the actor's youthful facade is an ironic foil for the 400-year-old blood-sucker (Josef Kostan) the star portrays.

Shannyn Sossamon-- Recognized by romantics for her role in A Knight's Tale, American star Sossamon portrayed Coraline, the vampire who transformed her groom into a supernatural soulmate, only to lose his love as she took his mortal life.

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Travel Hair Styling Tools Debuted

2009-03-04T10:04:00.000-06:00

If you're trying to make your locks look like those of a Tinseltown beauty, check out the styling tools used by the stars. Metropolis Technology, whose products have appeared on The View, recently wowed the A-list crowd at the GBK Oscar Gift Suite with their range of hair-managing merchandise:

AnnaLynne McCord, the latest member of hot young Hollywood, can turn up the heat with a flip of her blonde locks. They say the 90210 star is a fan of the Travel Mini-Iron, which features Titanium plates for zero-drag ease when straightening your tresses.

It takes more than magic to tame the mane of Selena Gomez. The Wizards of Waverly Place star checked out Metropolis Technology's range of hair dryers, including the T-ion travel dryer-- a compact styling accessory for paparazzi magnets on the move. At only 5" across, the dainty dryer can fit in the palm of your hand.

The Disney darling also took a look at the Z-Ion Dryer, a lightweight product that promises to nearly cut in half the time it takes to get your hair from wet to "all set."

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Celine Dion to Launch "Chic" Fragrance in April

2009-02-22T10:35:00.001-06:00

As fragrance fans wait the April 2009 arrival of Chic--the latest in a long line of popular perfume products from the performer-- Lovetripper takes a look at the superstar's other olfactory offerings:

Like the facets of its oval container, Sensational's pink juice captures the many moods of a woman. The fresh fragrance of freesia, crisp apple, plum and pear glace melt into a heart of romantic mimosa, transparent jasmine, rose, orris, muguet and violet, with the smoldering scent of amber and musk base notes leaving a warm glow.

An olfactory ode to the orient, the slender grace of Enchanting's container holds a scent which starts with the subtle introduction of osmanthus, red berries and cyclamen before the fragrance unfolds, revealing a heart of diamond orchid, gardenia, freesia and mimosa. Sandalwood, amber and tonka base notes offer a sensuous conclusion.

Like the city for which it was named Spring in Paris offers an air of mystery, a certain je ne sais quoi with its unique blend of mandarin orange, cassia and red current, leading to a mesmerizing melange of syringa, jasmine, osmanthus and lily-of-the-valley mid-notes and base notes of musk and vanilla.

Nominated as Fragrance of the Year at the annual FiFi Awards, Belong begins with red pepper berries, bergamot and watery pineapple, a jubilant joining which leads to the heart of scent-- a delicate combination of sherry baby orchid, crystal peony and cotton flower, while the warmth of hinoki wood lingers in the memory as the bottom note.

A symphony of harmonic scents, Notes features a melodic melange of mimosa, nectarine gardenia and water lily before creating a floral fantasy crescendo of peony, heliotrope and orchid. Australian sandalwood, guaiac wood, vetiver and white musk strike the perfect final note.

Like the woman who inspired the signature scent, Celine Dion is a sophisticated blend of red berry, peppercorn, poppy, cyclamen, muguet and water lily, leading to mid-notes of Tahitian tiare flower, mimosa, orange blossom and yellow rose. Amber, blonde woods, sandalwood and musk mingle to create a memorable base.

Chic is scheduled to arrive on store shelves in April 2009. The perfume promises to be a blend of aquatic greens, watermelon, peony, gardenia, lotus flower, green violet, blond woods, sandalwood, amber and musk.

Get "Totally Fit" with Melanie Brown Exercise DVD

2009-02-16T14:07:00.008-06:00

Warmer weather is just around the corner, and if you're looking to get rid of that jiggle before you wiggle into a slinky sundress or body-baring bikini, exercise along with someone who knows "what you really, really want"...former Spice Girl Melanie Brown.

Developing a 28-day plan to get your frame fit, Melanie Brown's Totally Fit DVD a simple, 8-segment series suitable for all fitness level, with steps ease enough for beginners (who may have some difficulty completing the entire workout in one session) and workouts stimulating enough for those on an intermediary or advanced level.

If your hectic schedule leaves you with little time to spare, you can still say "so long" to that spare tire by opting for one of the 10-minute workouts. Targeting specific problem areas, you can burn off excess booty with varying leg lift exercises, develop lean legs with a short session of squats and lunges, fight upper arm flab with bicep curls and shoulder presses and crunch your way to sculpted abs.

A nutrition segment showcases interesting edibles that will keep you on the straight and "narrow" path toward a sleek physique, while Melanie Brown's words of wisdom regarding ways to keep your spirits in shape are food for the soul.