Mia Farrow and Frank Sinatra's relationship, though short-lived in terms of marriage, endured as a lasting friendship until the singer's passing in 1998. The couple first met in 1964 on the 20th Century Fox lot when Farrow was 19 and Sinatra was nearly 50. Despite their significant age gap, they quickly fell in love and tied the knot in 1966 at a Las Vegas hotel.
However, their marriage ended in 1968 when Sinatra served Farrow with divorce papers on the set of her film Rosemary's Baby. Despite the split, the two maintained a close friendship over the years. Farrow has publicly expressed her affection for Sinatra, even commemorating what would have been his 107th birthday in 2023 with a heartfelt Instagram post.
Reflecting on their relationship, Farrow acknowledged that her immaturity played a role in the marriage's demise. She mentioned that Sinatra had differing views on her career, believing that as a provider, she shouldn't pursue acting. This disagreement, among other factors, contributed to their eventual separation.
Following their divorce, both Farrow and Sinatra moved on to other relationships. Sinatra married Barbara Marx in 1976, while Farrow had relationships with composer André Previn and filmmaker Woody Allen. Despite their respective new partners, Farrow and Sinatra remained close until his death.
The speculation surrounding Farrow and Sinatra's relationship resurfaced in 2013 when Farrow hinted that Sinatra could potentially be the father of her son, Ronan Farrow. However, author Tony Oppedisano later dismissed these rumors, emphasizing the logistical challenges of such a scenario.
At Sinatra's funeral in 1998, Farrow, alongside her son Ronan and the Sinatra family, paid their respects. Farrow shared that they left sentimental items in Sinatra's coffin, symbolizing their enduring connection.
Despite the complexities of their relationship, Farrow described Sinatra as 'the great love' of her life, underscoring the profound impact he had on her.
