Audrey Hepburn met Dutch actor Robert Wolders, who had been widowed after the death of his wife, Merle Oberon. They formed a close bond and began a relationship.

Audrey Hepburn and Robert Wolders lived together as partners, never marrying but sharing a deep and loving relationship. Wolders provided Hepburn with companionship and support in her later years.

Wolders and Hepburn travelled together for UNICEF assignments and humanitarian purposes.