Aaron Taylor-Johnson Shares Photos on His Wife’s 58th Birthday, Sparking Buzz

One image showed Aaron and Sam standing side by side in front of a graffiti-covered wall. Both were dressed casually, with Aaron wearing a tan leather jacket over a gray shirt and jeans, while Sam wore a beige jacket over a white top, paired with sunglasses and a crossbody bag.

In another image, Sam stood on a boat, holding a camera, with a scenic coastal town visible behind her.

The next picture captured Sam striking a playful pose in a bright green outfit, pointing at the camera.

Another photo showed the couple sharing a kiss at sunset while sitting by the water.

The post also featured a close-up photo of Sam resting her head on her arm with sunlight streaming in.

Yet another image highlighted Sam's flexibility, showing her doing a split on a stone bench near a pool, wearing a casual t-shirt and bikini bottoms.

The 34-year-old actor captioned the post, “Happy Birthday gorgeous! Love spending every moment with you.”

While the Instagram post was intended as a loving birthday tribute, the photos sparked conversations across social platforms. On Instagram, people left a range of comments reacting to the couple's post.

One person wrote, “If the post didn't say ‘wife,' you'd think that they were mother and son.” A different comment read, “Aaron she got some money don't she? I don't even blame him he playing the long game. Lol [sic].”

The discussion extended beyond Instagram, with Reddit users also weighing in. One Redditor commented, “They've been together for 16 years now and he's still younger than the age she was when they met. By 8 years.”

Another shared a supportive view, saying, “Clearly an unpopular opinion but he loves her, she loves him. I support it!” However, one comment echoed the mother-son comparison, stating, “So nice he's wishing his mother a happy birthday.”

On Facebook, similar reactions appeared in the comment section. One netizen wrote, “Thats [sic] his mom.” Another simply stated, “That's crazy.” A third person added, “everything possible in love and war [sic]…”

The birthday tribute not only highlighted Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Sam's longtime relationship but also reignited public conversations about their 24-year age gap.

This is not the first time the couple's relationship has sparked online chatter, as a similar wave of reactions followed their appearance at a film premiere last year.

The “Bullet Train” star had his family by his side as he lit up the red carpet at the premiere of his film, “Kraven The Hunter” at AMC Lincoln Square on December 10, 2024. However, fans couldn't stop comparing Sam to his “grandma” in a flurry of online comments.

Aaron was magnificent on the red carpet. He dressed in black trousers paired with a black satin dress shirt, which he left partially unbuttoned at the top for a relaxed touch. Adding a pop of color to his ensemble, he donned a rust-hued velvet blazer and completed the look with polished black lace-up shoes.

The movie star posed with his wife, who stunned in a form-fitting red sequin dress that extended below her knees. She complemented the outfit with sheer black tights and open-toe red pumps, perfectly matching the color scheme of her ensemble.

Sam styled her blonde hair in a sleek, middle-parted look, with her locks cascading smoothly past her shoulders. The “Fifty Shades of Grey” director kept her accessories minimal, wearing delicate gold earrings to enhance her elegant attire

The couple posed for several photos together as they arrived at the AMC Lincoln Square Theater in Manhattan. Sam's daughters from her previous marriage to Jay Jopling, Angelica, 27, and Jessie, 18, also joined them on the red carpet at the glamorous event. Aaron and Sam share two daughters, Wylda, 13, and Romy, 12, who weren't present at the star-studded gathering.

The presence of Sam Taylor-Johnson and her daughters next to Aaron sparked a wave of online chatter directed at the couple's huge age gap. A user full of sarcasm, remarked, “So kind of him to bring his grandma to his premiere 🥰.” Another fan joked about their presence together, “I swear it's like a mom bringing her kids.”

More people in disbelief exclaimed, “No way!!! This is not okay he needs to be rescued for god's sake🤯🤯🤯🤯.” Bringing in humor, one observer pointed out, “Him standing right next to her daughters really makes him look like her son!! (…)😫😫.” Some people didn't hold back, with an individual writing, “Ugh I'm sorry but he's waaay too good looking for her 😩!”

Another user sarcastically commented, “Lucky granny.” Echoing this sentiment, one fan urged, “GRANNY LET HIM GOOOOO [sic].” These views continued with a comment that read, “Granny needs to release him😩😩.” A concerned fan lamented, “HE SHOULD BE ENJOYING HIS YOUTH ugh not locked up by granny.”

Not everyone agreed, as another chimed in with positivity, “He like it. I love it. They look cute together.” Another admirer described them as a “Beautiful family ❤️.” Finally, their outfits didn't go unnoticed, with someone praising, “🔥🔥🔥They look cute and stylish altogether 🔥🔥.”

Aaron and his wife, married since 2012, remain focused on their family and careers, offering unwavering support to one another. The actor's latest movie is a Marvel action and superhero production.

Aaron stars as Kraven, whose complex relationship with his ruthless father, Nikolai Kravinoff, drives him down a path of vengeance with brutal consequences. This journey shapes him into not only the greatest hunter in the world but also one of its most feared.

The actor was excited to take on this character, noting that it came with the responsibility and duty to deliver the best to Marvel movies' fans.

He commented on the work he did to become Kraven, a fearless hunter, “You know, I'm no stranger to Marvel movies. I know the community. I know the fanbase. We want to be able to deliver that. So, I had to put on some muscle and um, I kind of look the part, and but more than that give this character real layer, and depth.”

Aaron noted as this is an original story, he had the task of showing the audience who this villain really is so that they can empathize with him on his journey. “That's our intention. We want to take you somewhere. Come see ‘Kraven.' It's not going to disappoint; I promise you that guys,” said the film star.

Aaron has cemented himself as a heartthrob Hollywood star, as he keeps appearing on exciting projects. However, off-screen, the actor has already played his most significant role — a devoted husband.

He and his wife's love story began on the set of a 2009 film. However, over the years, their relationship has weathered intense media scrutiny and harsh public judgment due to their age difference. Despite this, the couple has built a beautiful life together and carved unique career paths.

Hollywood Star Rumored to Be the Next James Bond

Since 2022, Aaron has been a strong contender to don the iconic tuxedo as the next James Bond. By 2024, reports alleged that the “Kick-Ass” star had been formally offered the coveted role, with insiders suggesting he would succeed Daniel Craig as MI6's most famous spy.

Aaron, known for his charisma and intensity on-screen, seemed a natural fit for the role, cementing his status as one of Hollywood's most versatile talents. His rise to fame began with his breakout performance in the action-comedy “Kick-Ass,” where he played a teenager-turned-superhero.

He followed this with other notable roles, including his portrayal of Quicksilver in “Avengers: Age of Ultron” and a chilling performance in the psychological thriller “Nocturnal Animals,” which earned him a Golden Globe.

However, it hasn't just been his acting that captivated the public's attention. Since the late 2000s, Aaron has been in a loving relationship with Sam, an artist. Continue reading to learn more about the actor's wife.

Meet Sam Taylor-Johnson

Sam made a name for herself as a groundbreaking artist long before meeting her famous actor husband. After graduating from Goldsmiths College in 1990, she became a prominent figure in the London art scene with her evocative photography and installations.

Her work earned critical acclaim, and she quickly became one of the most celebrated contemporary artists of her time. However, behind the glitz and glamour of her career lay significant personal struggles that would shape her life in profound ways.

In 1997, at age 30, she married Jay, a wealthy art dealer, and the couple shared a luxurious life together. They had two daughters, but Sam later revealed that the high-society lifestyle left her feeling unfulfilled.

“I lived it large for a little while. But I wasn't happy in the glitzy-glamour, high-market, fancy living. That was a big lesson,” she revealed.

Around the same time, she was diagnosed with colon cancer and underwent a major surgery to remove part of her intestine. Though the treatment was successful, she revealed that it wasn't until after her recovery that she fully understood the gravity of her diagnosis.

Just three years later, Sam faced another health battle when she discovered a lump in her breast. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000 and underwent a mastectomy, reconstruction, and chemotherapy. This time, she said the experience deeply changed her perspective.

Instead of rushing back into her career, she took the time to focus on her family and herself. “I took all the creative energy I normally spent and I just saved it and kept it inwards. I focused all my energy on staying strong,” Sam admitted.

This period was one of the calmest and most meaningful times in her life. “I was so weak, going through chemo and stuff that I just spent hours and hours playing with Angelica on the floor, with toys,” she recalled.

Emerging stronger from her second battle with cancer, Sam decided to channel her creative energy into filmmaking. In 2008, she signed on to direct “Nowhere Boy,” her first feature film. The drama, which explored John Lennon's teenage years, would showcase her artistic talent and change her life.

Falling in Love on Set

During the casting process for “Nowhere Boy,” Sam met Aaron, an 18-year-old actor already gaining recognition in Hollywood. Renowned casting director Nina Gold insisted that Aaron audition for the lead role, even though Sam initially hesitated due to scheduling conflicts.

When Aaron arrived, Sam was immediately impressed by how deeply he had embodied the character of John. “[…] So I thought, ‘Yup, you're hired.' I knew instantly — I could see how much research he'd done already just by the way he was standing and the few words he said,” she revealed.

A year to the day after they met, Aaron proposed, saying, “I knew instantly with Sam that I'd found my soulmate. I knew instantly that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with this person.”

“I've got a wonderful woman. She's lovely and she's a fantastic mother,” the actor said at just 19. Shortly after their engagement, Sam became pregnant with their first child, and in 2012, the couple married in a private ceremony, each taking the other's last name.

Despite the love and happiness they found together, their relationship became the subject of widespread public scrutiny. However, Sam dismissed the negativity, pointing out that her marriage to Aaron had lasted longer than many of her peers' relationships.

“People like to talk about it. I'm like, ‘Yeah, but it works better than my last marriage,” she stated. Aaron, for his part, stood by his wife unwaveringly.

He often spoke about how meeting her changed his life and how their partnership helped him grow into the person he wanted to be. “What you gotta realize,” he said in one interview, “is that what most people were doing in their twenties, I was doing when I was 13.”

“You're doing something too quickly for someone else? I don't understand that. What speed are you supposed to enjoy life at? It's bizarre to me,” the actor added.

“There are times where it's uncomfortable,” Sam candidly said of the raised eyebrows the couple attracts. “Most of the time we zone it out and stay pretty private. We tend to retreat. Kids and school runs keep you pretty grounded.”

In addition to raising her two daughters from her previous marriage, the couple welcomed two more daughters together. “My whole thing, my priority, is my family, my kids and my wife. That's my future,” Aaron said.

The public's reaction to their relationship has remained divisive over the years, with some admiring their resilience and loving bond.

“I thought it was his mum,” one social media user commented on an Instagram post of the couple. “So that's NOT his mum?” someone else asked. Another shared, “She could literally be your mom, how terrible.” “Aaron ‘Open your eyes,'” another social media user typed.

Despite the backlash, in June 2022, the couple celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows in a ceremony surrounded by close friends and family.

Aaron marked the occasion with a heartfelt Instagram post, writing, “Yesterday was the most beautiful day, summer solstice, our 10th anniversary… we renewed our vows to one another and confessed our love in front of our nearest and dearest friends and family it was a celebration of love and joy!”

“A decade of marriage. It was a magical unforgettable day and the sun did not stop shining on us both…we are blessed beyond belief. ❤️ Sammy you are my love, my life, my soulmate, my wife, my world! ❤️,” the post continued.

“I love you Aaron and I see you're happy ❤️ wonderful couple ❤️,” one fan commented on the post. Another shared, “The most beautiful couple 😍,” and a third wrote, “They are very beautiful together ❤.” A fourth social media user typed, “❤️ I love you both and your precious love ❤️.”

Despite the harsh words of the public, Aaron's relationship with his wife has stood the test of time. Their love story challenges societal norms, proving that age is no barrier to a deep and lasting connection.