The 'Cleopatra' costars' love story encompassed two marriages, two divorces and intense passion.
The 'Cleopatra' costars' love story encompassed two marriages, two divorces and intense passion. Elizabeth Taylor Was 'Still Madly in Love' With Ex Richard Burton When He Died The 'Cleopatra' costars' love story encompassed two marriages, two divorces and intense passion. SARA KETTLERUPDATED:SEP 9, 2020ORIGINAL:AUG 29, 2019 Romance blossomed between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton on the set of Cleopatra in 1962. Their tumultuous relationship was built on irresistible chemistry, vicious fights, a luxurious lifestyle and awe-inspiring gifts. Even when they were the subject of controversy, they fascinated the public and the media. Through a decade-long first marriage, a divorce, a short-lived remarriage and a second divorce, the bond between them couldn't be broken. Taylor didn't want to be a 'notch on his belt' It wasn't love at first sight for Taylor and Burton. A decade before filming Cleopatra, they'd met at a party where...