James Cameron Calls Marriage a "Learned Art" After Four Divorces

James Cameron has been married five times, and he says those experiences taught him important lessons about what it really takes to make a relationship last.

The 71-year-old filmmaker recently spoke on the 'In Depth with Graham Bensinger' podcast while promoting 'Avatar: Fire and Ash.' During the conversation, he reflected on his current marriage to Suzy Amis Cameron and his previous marriages to Sharon Williams, Gale Hurd, Kathryn Bigelow, and Linda Hamilton. He explained that while he has technically been married five times, four of those marriages lasted less than a year in terms of actually living together as a married couple. Looking back, he admitted he simply was not very good at marriage early on.

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James Cameron on His Short-Term Marriages

James Cameron said those short marriages often ended after a slow breakdown that included separation and divorce, but the time spent actively married was brief. He acknowledged that this pattern showed he had a lot to learn. Today, however, he says he is happily married and has earned that happiness through years of effort. He and Suzy have been together for more than 25 years, and he looks forward to many more, describing marriage as something that must be learned and practised over time.

James and Suzy met in 1997 when she appeared in 'Titanic.' They married in 2000 and share three children. Their blended family also includes Suzy's son Jasper from a previous relationship and James' eldest daughter Josephine from his marriage to Linda Hamilton.

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James Cameron's Views on Marriage

During the interview, James Cameron shared that his views on marriage have changed. He now believes couples should skip lavish weddings and instead put that time, energy, and money into building a strong relationship. He emphasised that long-term partnerships require constant learning, understanding what truly makes the other person happy, and making a conscious effort to support that happiness rather than assuming what it should look like.

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He also admitted that in his earlier relationships, his commitment was conditional. If things felt good, he stayed, but the moment they no longer seemed worth it, he was ready to walk away. Over time, he realised that the approach does not lead to lasting love.

When asked what led to this realisation, James Cameron said he eventually understood that he was the one constant in all of his divorces. Reflecting on his relationship with Linda Hamilton, he shared that they stayed together for years even when it became clear they were not compatible in daily life. Despite loving each other deeply, they struggled to get along and coexist, which helped him understand that love alone is sometimes not enough.

Cameron explained that he tends to fall in love with people he admires and can learn from, including his former partners. However, he now believes he did not always choose partners who were truly compatible with his personality and habits. With time and self-awareness, he says he finally learned what it takes to build a lasting marriage.

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