Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis Celebrate 28 Years Since 'That '70s Show' Debut and Their Love Story
The hit series "That '70s Show" first aired on August 23, 1998, marking the beginning of a significant chapter not only in television history but also in the personal lives of two of its young stars, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis. While the show introduced audiences to their characters, behind the scenes a unique dynamic was forming that would mature into a lasting relationship years later.
Mila Kunis was just 14 when she boldly secured the role of Jackie Burkhart by falsifying her age, while Ashton Kutcher, then a 20-year-old former model, was cast as the charming yet arrogant Michael Kelso. Their on-screen chemistry was undeniable, with Kunis's first-ever kiss occurring on camera with Kutcher. Despite this connection, they remained close friends during the show's run, each pursuing separate romantic paths.
The turning point came in 2012, nearly 15 years after their initial meeting. Both had grown personally and spiritually, with Kutcher developing a deep interest in Kabbalah and Judaism, and Kunis, who comes from a Jewish family in Ukraine, finding shared values with her longtime friend. Their renewed relationship quickly evolved into cohabitation, marriage, and the birth of two children, Wyatt and Dimitri.
Today, the couple maintains a household where Jewish traditions play a central role, including holiday observances and Sabbath keeping. Beyond their family life, Kutcher and Kunis are vocal public supporters of Israel, actively condemning antisemitism on social media and using their influence to advocate for clear and thoughtful discourse during complex times. From unknown teenagers on a TV set to influential voices on the global stage, their love story exemplifies how some of the best relationships take time to fully develop.
