Did Ron or Russell mael ever come close to getting married?

Ron and Russell Mael, the brothers behind the band Sparks, have never been known to have been close to getting married. Both have largely kept their personal lives private, focusing instead on their music and artistic endeavors. Their creative partnership has been the cornerstone of their lives, overshadowing any romantic relationships they might have had. Thus, there is no significant public record of either brother nearing marriage.