Falling in love is easy. What is challenging is to make sure that the love stays forever. Once the honeymoon period is over, sustaining a relationship becomes challenging for every person, especially celebrities given their hectic schedules and public lives, to prevent misunderstandings from entering their love life. Many celebrities have not let such adverse situations hamper their marital lives, however, and have worked hard to make the utopian “happily ever after” come true. If you are going through a rough patch in your relationship, then you might want to turn to some nuggets of best relationship advice from the celebrity couples have weathered ups and downs to stay together.
1. Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan
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The vibrant couple admits that they have seen a lot of ups and downs during their five-year relationship, but have tried hard not to succumb to the pressure. Channing, when asked about the secret to his happy marriage, once said,
“To make it work you have to pay attention. You have to want to make sure they’re okay. I know if Jenna’s had a bad dream. I know if she’s going to wake up in a good mood. I just know. Maybe because I’ve spent a lot of time with her, but pay attention guys. If you love the person, just figure out how to make them happy. Write a little note. Put it under the toilet seat. Do something crazy. Make them laugh. It’s not that hard to pay attention and care.”
Yes, my dears, a little bit of care and attention can go a long way!
2. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
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The “it” couple of Hollywood finally tied the knot after nine years of togetherness, and their emotional intimacy and compatibility have grown and evolved over the years. In the words of Brad Pitt,
“Do you know how you can tell real love? It’s when someone else’s interest trumps your own. I like to put it that way: trumps your own. Love of somebody else — of family, of your kids — becomes the most important, most worthwhile thing in your life. It’s what you foster and protect.”
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3. Barack and Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama and Barack Obama
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This beautiful couple needs no introduction. They have been with each other through thick and thin, and their love is growing amidst insurmountable difficulty, pressure, and political tension. Barack, when asked about Michelle’s role in his life, responded,
“Obviously I couldn’t have done anything that I’ve done without Michelle. Not only has she been a great first lady, she is just my rock. I count on her in so many ways every single day.”
4. Lea Michele and Cory Monteith
Cory Monteith and Lea Michele
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Many people have various inhibitions and apprehensions about dating their co-workers, but this did not stop Glee star Cory Monteith from wooing his co-star Lea Michele with his sweet and witty sense of humor. Sadly Cory died a premature death at the young age of 31, when both of them were truly, madly, deeply in love. The secret to their short but intense relationship was the immense respect they had for each other, and the little things they did for each other that made them come even closer.
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5. Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck
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You may know this celebrity couple for their displays of public affection whenever possible. However, this couple is also highly ambitious, and has managed to juggle both their professional and personal lives pretty well. They believe that the key to a successful relationship lies in trust and respecting one another’s decisions. In an interview, Jennifer remarked,
“My husband is always the one saying to me, ‘You have to work, you have to work. This is part of who you are. We’ll figure it out.’”
Awww. If only every husband realizes that a wife needs to be herself and have a separate life apart from the relationship she’s in. (This is true for the men as well!)
6. Fergie and Josh Duhamel
Josh Duhamel and Fergie
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This couple understands the importance of paying attention to minor details and doing little things just to show that you care for the other person. Going over the top in love is not always required; sometimes, just little gestures of care and affection can do the trick. Josh Duhamel, when asked about the secret to his happily married life, said,
“It’s not so much about the big gestures; it’s more about being thoughtful. The most romantic things are the little things, like just being there and showing up when you’re supposed to show up. It’s more about the accumulation of little things that really strengthen a relationship rather than one big thing every now and then.”
7. Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon
Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick
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These two have been married for over 26 years, which is admittedly an impressive feat in Hollywood. When asked about how they managed to stick together for such an impressive duration without getting bored of each other, Kyra said,
“Of course the kids come first in planning your life, but it’s incredibly important to keep your relationship as a couple strong and make time for it. It’s the foundation on which everything is built.”
8. John Travolta and Kelly Preston
John Travolta and Kelly Preston
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They have been married for more than 20 years now, and their relationship is still going strong. Kelly Preston, when asked about their secret to a healthy, happy relationship, said,
“You have to keep creating it! It can be effortless, but you have to keep creating it as well.” She further added, “Communication is huge! Keep checking in and keep growing and changing. Keep it romantic. Keep doing things just the two of you.”
9. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
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Time flies, and this cinematic couple have been married for more than 26 years now. According to Tom Hanks,
“My secret to a happy marriage is just being married to the right woman,”
Further adding that he is incredibly lucky to have found such an amazing life partner in Rita Wilson.
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10. David Beckham and Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham and David Beckham
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It has been more than 15 years since Victoria and David tied the knot, and they still have the same love and respect for each other as they did back then. When David Beckham was asked about his idea of romance, he remarked,
“If you love someone, you want to treat them, surprise them, remind them how you feel, whether that means a weekend away somewhere, or a bowl of fruit in the morning laid out in the shape of a heart. I know Victoria thinks I’m romantic like that.” He further added, “People can say what they like. But me and Victoria will always stay together as husband and wife … We’ll always stick together.”
Tissues, anyone?
One more thing – did you notice that almost all of the couples listed above said that it’s the small things that matter, that making time for each other despite hectic work schedules, and being there for each other is what matters? It all depends on the commitment you have towards your partner and your relationship. If you’re truly committed, willing to give your 100% for it, then there’s nothing to stop your relationship from flourishing and keeping you happy.
Well, those are all the nuggets of best relationship advice that we could gather for you today. Till later. Toodles!
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