Jennifer Love Hewitt Shares Look Inside Marriage to Brian Hallisay

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Jennifer Love Hewitt can’t hardly wait to spend forever with Brian Hallisay. 

The actress from I Know What You Did Last Summer shared a touching photo of her and her husband, who starred in Holiday Junkie, to celebrate their 12th wedding anniversary.

Jennifer and Brian posed for a selfie on November 20th, which Jennifer shared on Instagram. Jennifer wore a black blazer over a black shirt, and Brian wore a matching suit jacket. He affectionately rested his cheek on her head while she held the camera.

They also shared a sweet selfie, showing Jennifer, 46, and Brian, 47, beaming at the camera in the warm sunlight. It offered another glimpse into their relationship.

The Can’t Hardly Wait actress shared a series of photos celebrating 12 years of marriage to her husband, writing, “Happy Anniversary my love.”

Jennifer’s close relationship with her husband, Brian, whom she married in 2013, is definitely something to cherish, and it’s just one happy aspect of her life.

Oh my gosh, I just adore how much she values her family! She and Brian have three amazing kids – Autumn, who’s eleven, Atticus, ten, and little Aidan, who’s four – and she’s always said how important it was to them to keep the kids out of the craziness of Hollywood. It just makes me so happy to know they’re prioritizing a normal life for them, away from all the flashing lights. It’s so sweet!

Things have changed a lot since I began,” Jennifer explained to TopMob News in 2024. “Social media and everything else have made the industry more complex now, it’s not as straightforward as it used to be.”

Because of this, the couple advised their daughter to hold off on chasing her acting goals after she shared her interest in working in the entertainment industry.

Jennifer explained that, despite her own good experiences as a child actor, she and her daughter both agree it’s important to prioritize education. They want her daughter to finish school, mature a bit, and not take on too much responsibility at a young age.

For more stars who have gotten candid about their long-lasting marriages, keep reading. 

In their book What Makes a Marriage Last, Hermann revealed he never expected to share so much laughter in his marriage with Marlo Thomas. He believes this shared joy is essential to who they are as a couple. He explained that their marriage thrives because they love each other unconditionally, which he calls ‘grace.’

He also shared a key to resolving disagreements: after a fight, one of them will try to lighten the mood with a joke about the very thing they were arguing about. This allows them to gently reconnect and start repairing the relationship. As Hermann put it, it’s about finding a way back to a place of shared understanding, even without fully admitting fault.

They’ve managed to avoid major changes in their relationship by continuing to follow the advice they received before getting married in 2003. Even with five children, they prioritize weekly date nights and have chosen to avoid buying a television, opting instead for other ways to connect.

Chip says his biggest piece of advice is to passionately pursue the person you love. After twenty years, he still acts like he’s trying to win a second date. He jokes that while he can’t guarantee anything, his wife won’t be unfaithful because he consistently shows her his love through words, gifts, and remembering important dates.

Kevin Bacon jokingly advises against taking marriage advice from celebrities, referencing his 36-year relationship. He and his wife have a simple rule: “Keep the fights clean and the sex dirty” – a phrase they use to quickly shut down any further questions about their marriage.

But seriously, they prioritize resolving disagreements quickly and avoid prolonged arguments. As Bacon’s wife explained, they focus on finding a solution rather than winning. They simply don’t enjoy fighting and want to restore peace as soon as possible. Ultimately, they are committed to making things work, because they have no backup plan; they are determined to stay together no matter what.

After over 37 years of marriage, these actors have learned how to argue constructively. As one of them explained, they avoid bringing up past hurts. Many couples, they say, tend to target their partner’s weaknesses, almost as a game, but they consciously avoid doing that.

Of course, they still disagree sometimes. He admits he often wants to take back things he says when he realizes he’s been insensitive, but he knows that doesn’t solve anything. Instead, he lets his wife guide the way, giving her space when she needs it. She, in turn, tries to be understanding, reminding herself that even if something hurtful is said, he’s a good person and likely didn’t intend to cause pain.

Speaking on Today in December 2024, ahead of their 40th anniversary, Curtis shared that Christopher Guest still makes her laugh more than anyone else. She jokingly added that he must find something to appreciate about her, even if she isn’t sure what it is.

Neil Patrick Harris believes the secret to his long-lasting relationship is accepting that relationships are always changing and hard to define. Over 21 years, through career changes – including his partner David Burtka’s cookbook release in 2019 – raising twins Gideon and Harper, and navigating difficult times, Harris has learned that marriage isn’t static. He explained that even intimacy evolves, and couples need to find new ways to connect and rediscover attraction as they age. Ultimately, he says, you begin to fall in love with someone’s character, then their physicality again. It’s a continuous process of change, and in a way, they keep falling in love with each other anew.

The comedic duo genuinely believe that laughter is essential to their well-being, and this extends beyond just their 19-year partnership. The actress from Can You Ever Forgive Me? explained that after a particularly hilarious moment – the kind that leaves you breathless – they calculate how much extra life it’s added to their years. She jokingly keeps a running tally, often estimating a big laugh is worth “two months” of added life.

They also limit how long disagreements can last. Following the advice to not go to bed angry, Falcone shared that she once tried letting an argument linger overnight, only to realize she’d forgotten what she was even upset about. She believes trying to resolve issues when everyone is tired or has been drinking is unproductive. She’s never had a late-night argument that ended with a satisfying resolution and a firm agreement.

Each having wed before they found their way to the other in 1995, they not only had to navigate a marriage, but life as step-parents to two children apiece. “There is no book that tells you how to do it, so the one thing I figured out right away is that they already have a mom—and it’s not me. So what did they need from me?” the Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist actor recalled. “That’s when I realized that everybody needs a cheerleader, right? There’s never too many of those in your life, so that’s what I’ll be. I never set their boundaries, disciplined them, or tried to teach them right from wrong. They have parents who do that.”

The Cheers alum agreed with her stance wholeheartedly. “I think that’s really wise, to offer yourself as a friend,” he said. “‘I’m not going to discipline you and I’m not going to judge you. What I’m going to do is hang out with you and be there for you.’ And that’s what you have to do: absolutely, genuinely be there.” 

When same-sex civil unions became legal in Britain, musician Elton John and his husband, David Furnish, had a civil union ceremony on December 21, 2005. They then legally married on the same date nine years later. However, they celebrate their relationship starting with a chance meeting at a dinner party in 1993 at John’s home in Windsor, England – a party arranged by a friend.

Every Saturday, no matter where they are, the couple writes each other a handwritten note. Over the years, they’ve written approximately 1,352 letters. David Furnish explains that handwriting feels personal and meaningful, and the cards provide a chance to reflect on the past week and discuss the one ahead. Elton John agrees, stating that consistent communication is key to a long-lasting, successful relationship.

After quietly building a 40-year marriage – she even had dreams about him before they met – they’ve consistently made their relationship a central part of their lives, even as everything else has changed. They prioritize their marriage, actively working to reconnect when they lose focus. If she could offer one piece of advice, it would be to cherish that bond above all else. He passionately affirmed his devotion, saying he’d do anything for her, facing any challenge without letting anything interfere with expressing his love. He emphasized that if you value a long and happy marriage, you must protect it fiercely.

Okay, so, I’m a HUGE fan of this reporter, Roberts, and she’s always been so direct. She actually admitted she hated those casual ‘just checking in’ phone calls! She’d get so annoyed if someone called just to ask what she was up to. But then, someone pointed something out that totally changed her mind. A friend said, ‘Maybe he just feels safe and happy when he hears your voice, like everything’s okay in the world.’ And honestly? It hit her hard. She realized she’d never considered that maybe those calls weren’t about her at all, but about him needing that little bit of reassurance. Now, she says she just takes a deep breath and lets him ramble for a couple of minutes. She’ll say something like, ‘Hey sweetie, I’m busy, but what’s up?’ and then just be nice and let him talk. It makes all the difference to him, and she says it doesn’t kill her to be sweet for two minutes. They just celebrated 29 years together in September 2024, and it’s just the sweetest thing ever!

Their almost 30-year marriage started building its foundation early on, even amidst disagreements—like the time the actor famously threw the talk show host’s ring out the window, making it feel like the end. The talk show host explained that in the beginning of a marriage, small issues can quickly become major problems, whether it’s stress about money, work, or raising children while exhausted. However, her husband taught her the importance of stepping away and taking a moment to calm down, realizing that not every argument is a dealbreaker. Now, as parents of three, they’re seeing the rewards of that approach. The actor believes that truly happy couples have faced difficult challenges together and overcome them, and that’s something to celebrate.

She describes herself as an introvert, almost a loner, while he’s a total extrovert – he jokingly calls himself “the mayor of everywhere.” She’s a bit messy, and he’s a self-described perfectionist. But after being married since 2003, they’ve learned to accept each other’s differences.

That’s the advice the lead actress from How to Get Away With Murder says she gives to friends who are getting married. She explains that marriage doesn’t begin at the wedding ceremony. It starts when you realize something about the person you love will likely annoy you, but you love them anyway. That moment of acceptance, she says, is when marriage truly begins.

Maintaining a long-term relationship, like any lasting over 50 years, requires quickly resolving conflicts. Jane Fonda, star of Grace and Frankie, often takes the lead in making amends. She explains it’s easy because she deeply loves her partner and hates to see them feel alone, even for a short time. Ideally, she avoids arguments altogether, but her biggest lesson is this: saying something hurtful in anger will ultimately make you feel worse. You’ll regret the words and end up feeling angry twice – which isn’t healthy for you or the relationship.

It’s very fitting that Jerry, a former judge, says his long marriage to the iconic Judge Judy works because he generally lets her have the final say. For her, it’s simply about accepting that you won’t always get your way. Their first marriage ended in 1990 because he wasn’t able to provide the support she needed after her father passed away. When they remarried a year later, she understood he wouldn’t suddenly become a homemaker or take charge of things like birthday parties.

She explained that unhappiness in relationships often comes from trying to change your partner. “You can try, but they’ll always resent it,” she said. “Don’t marry someone expecting them to be different than who they are.”

The actor from Lost credits his wife with being the rock of their family. He told TopMob News in April 2025 that her patience and support throughout his career, which has involved a lot of travel and different jobs, have been essential. He described her as ‘fantastic’ and the one who kept everything stable.

The actor described his wife as incredibly patient, and said she and their two sons help him stay grounded, no matter the situation.

“They shape my values,” he added. “It’s great to have that perspective and North Star.”

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2025-11-21 05:51