Untold Stories of Googoosh: The Life, Love, and Struggles of Legendary Singer and Actress

Marriages and Personal Relationships

Googoosh’s personal life has been tumultuous, marked by four failed marriages and complex relationships. Her honesty about her marriages sheds light on her struggles with love, betrayal, and heartbreak.

First Marriage: Mahmoud Ghorbani (1967-1972)

Her first marriage was to Mahmoud Ghorbani, a businessman and manager. She describes this marriage as forced and unhappy, driven more by circumstance than love. She was only 17 when she married him, and she admits she married out of dissatisfaction with her family life and a desire to escape her past.

Googoosh openly condemns Mahmoud Ghorbani, describing him as a gambler, womanizer, and manipulator who caused her immense suffering. She recounts how he was more interested in gambling and social status than her well-being, leading to years of emotional pain.

Second Marriage: Behrouz Vosoughi (1975-1976)

Her second marriage was brief, to actor Behrouz Vosoughi. She clarifies that their relationship was platonic, and she never intended to interfere with her friends’ marriages. Despite rumors, she emphasizes her loyalty to her friends like Puri and Giti Pashaei.

Third Marriage: Homayoun Mesdaghi (1977-1989)

Her marriage to Homayoun Mesdaghi lasted over a decade. During this period, she faced immense emotional and psychological struggles. She reveals that she experienced depression, anxiety, and mental health issues, which she kept hidden from the public.

Fourth Marriage: Masoud Kimiai (1997-2003)

Her marriage to renowned director Masoud Kimiai was a complex chapter. She describes how they married after a friend’s death, amid intense emotional turmoil. She admits she was addicted to opium during this period—a secret she kept hidden from the world.

December 25, 2025 | 6:33 pm