Is It OK to Have a Celebrity Crush While in a Relationship?
Let’s be real—celebrity crushes are everywhere
Honestly, if you’ve never had a celebrity crush, I kind of don’t trust you. I mean… come on. Ryan Gosling? Zendaya? Henry Cavill in The Witcher? These people were practically engineered to be attractive.
But the question hits different when you're in a committed relationship. I had a conversation about this with my friend Rachel the other day—she’s been married for five years and casually said, “Yeah, Pedro Pascal is my hall pass.” Her husband laughed. I blinked. Wait… is that normal?
It got me thinking. Is it really harmless? Or are we walking a fine line?
What exactly is a celebrity crush?
It’s fantasy—not a real emotional connection
First off, let’s define it. A celebrity crush is usually admiration mixed with a little (or a lot) of attraction. But it’s one-sided. You’re crushing on a version of someone you don’t know. You see them through interviews, movies, red carpets—but never real life.
In most cases, that’s all it is. A fun, silly, harmless fantasy. Kind of like when you daydream about winning the lottery or moving to Bali after one bad day at work.
But sometimes, it gets... complicated
There are times when it crosses a line. Like when someone compares their partner to their crush. Or follows every move the celeb makes obsessively. That’s when it starts drifting away from "harmless fun" into "emotional unavailability" territory.
I dated a guy once who had a massive thing for a certain pop star. It was funny at first. But then he’d talk about her… a lot. I remember thinking, “OK dude, I’m right here. Maybe chill?”
How it can impact your relationship
When it’s healthy, it’s bonding
Yeah, you heard that right. A shared celebrity crush can actually be kind of cute. You both swoon over the same person, make jokes, send memes. It can bring playfulness and honesty into the relationship.
My partner and I have a running joke about Jason Momoa. He's her crush, and I fully accept that. Honestly? I kinda get it.
When it gets weird: signs to watch out for
If your crush becomes a coping mechanism—like escaping into fantasy whenever your partner annoys you—that's a red flag. So is hiding it completely or getting defensive when your partner brings it up.
If you’re fantasizing to the point that you’d actually leave your partner if your celebrity crush knocked on your door… well, I mean… first of all, what are the odds? But second, maybe look inward.
Should you tell your partner about it?
Communication is always a good start
It depends on your dynamic. Some couples joke about these things. Others might get insecure or uncomfortable. I told my ex about my low-key crush on Chris Evans, and he just said, “Well, I’ll never be Captain America, but I do make good pancakes.” Respect.
If you’re hiding your feelings or feeling guilty about them, maybe it’s less about the crush and more about something else in the relationship that needs attention.
Set boundaries if needed
If your partner gets uncomfortable when you talk about your crush, you don’t have to make it a recurring topic. You can respect their feelings and still enjoy your little daydream silently.
Also… don’t hang posters over the bed. Just don’t.
Final thoughts: It’s not the crush, it’s what you do with it
So, is it OK to have a celebrity crush while in a relationship? Yes. Absolutely. You're human. You notice beauty. You have imagination. All normal.
What
How much height should a boy have to look attractive?
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Is 172 cm good for a man?
Yes it is. Average height of male in India is 166.3 cm (i.e. 5 ft 5.5 inches) while for female it is 152.6 cm (i.e. 5 ft) approximately. So, as far as your question is concerned, aforesaid height is above average in both cases.
Is 165 cm normal for a 15 year old?
The predicted height for a female, based on your parents heights, is 155 to 165cm. Most 15 year old girls are nearly done growing. I was too. It's a very normal height for a girl.
Is 160 cm too tall for a 12 year old?
How Tall Should a 12 Year Old Be? We can only speak to national average heights here in North America, whereby, a 12 year old girl would be between 137 cm to 162 cm tall (4-1/2 to 5-1/3 feet). A 12 year old boy should be between 137 cm to 160 cm tall (4-1/2 to 5-1/4 feet).
How tall is a average 15 year old?
Average Height to Weight for Teenage Boys - 13 to 20 Years
| Male Teens: 13 - 20 Years) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 14 Years | 112.0 lb. (50.8 kg) | 64.5" (163.8 cm) |
| 15 Years | 123.5 lb. (56.02 kg) | 67.0" (170.1 cm) |
| 16 Years | 134.0 lb. (60.78 kg) | 68.3" (173.4 cm) |
| 17 Years | 142.0 lb. (64.41 kg) | 69.0" (175.2 cm) |
How to get taller at 18?
Staying physically active is even more essential from childhood to grow and improve overall health. But taking it up even in adulthood can help you add a few inches to your height. Strength-building exercises, yoga, jumping rope, and biking all can help to increase your flexibility and grow a few inches taller.
Is 5.7 a good height for a 15 year old boy?
Generally speaking, the average height for 15 year olds girls is 62.9 inches (or 159.7 cm). On the other hand, teen boys at the age of 15 have a much higher average height, which is 67.0 inches (or 170.1 cm).
Can you grow between 16 and 18?
Most girls stop growing taller by age 14 or 15. However, after their early teenage growth spurt, boys continue gaining height at a gradual pace until around 18. Note that some kids will stop growing earlier and others may keep growing a year or two more.
Can you grow 1 cm after 17?
Even with a healthy diet, most people's height won't increase after age 18 to 20. The graph below shows the rate of growth from birth to age 20. As you can see, the growth lines fall to zero between ages 18 and 20 ( 7 , 8 ). The reason why your height stops increasing is your bones, specifically your growth plates.