Tim Burton Monica Bellucci End Two-Year Relationship Respectfully

Tim Burton and Monica Bellucci have ended their romantic relationship after nearly two years together, announcing their split with a joint statement emphasizing mutual respect and care. The couple initially met in 2006 but reconnected in 2022 when Bellucci presented Burton with the Lumière Award, leading to their public debut as a couple at the Rome Film Festival in October 2023. Bellucci spoke warmly about their relationship, describing it as a rare and meaningful encounter, and Burton cast her as the villainous Delores in the 2024 film "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," blending their personal and professional lives. Both had significant previous relationships; Burton was with Helena Bonham Carter, with whom he shares two children, while Bellucci was married to Vincent Cassel and also has two daughters. Their breakup, while private in terms of reasons, was amicable, reflecting the deep care they held for each other. Fans admired their partnership, which combined Hollywood and European sensibilities, leaving a lasting impression despite its conclusion.