Dennis Quaid, 71, Shares Rare Insight into Laura Savoie, 32, Marriage

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Dennis Quaid is having a swinging time with Laura Savoie.

5 years following the wedding in Santa Barbara between the former star of The Parent Trap, now 32-year-old Laura, and her partner, they continue to bask in the joy of their freshly wedded state.

The 71-year-old expressed that every day feels like heaven to him, especially with her around. It truly is a heavenly experience for him. (Published on Fox News Digital on July 28)

As a lifestyle enthusiast, let me share a personal sentiment: The actor from “Far From Heaven” expresses a unique bond he shares. He describes it as the most profound relationship he has ever experienced, where each day feels like a heavenly paradise. In his own words, he admits to being perplexed about why this connection was not bestowed earlier, but he is immensely grateful that she entered or he encountered her life.

In an outpouring of affection, Dennis couldn’t contain his excitement when talking about the Texas McCombs School of Business alum, whom he refers to as “the brightest star in my world.” For him, the joy is even more profound because love unexpectedly came into his life.

“I wasn’t looking for it,” he shared, “and she came along, and it’s God put us together.”

So, when there’s talk about their significant age difference (which is 39 years), they choose to ignore or disregard it altogether, focusing on other matters instead.

Last year, Dennis stated that he hadn’t publicly discussed the age gap between him and his spouse. However, others have brought it up. Yet, he personally finds it insignificant and rarely considers it.

In a past conversation, the actor who starred in “The Day After Tomorrow” mentioned his unique bond with Laura, humorously noting that his relationships with P.J. Soles, Meg Ryan, and Kimberly Buffington were followed by one with Laura, making their connection feel particularly extraordinary.

In a conversation with The Guardian back in 2019, he expressed that falling in love isn’t something that happens quickly for him. He added, “I won’t let the opinions of a few dictate everything,”. He has been married three times before and this is his last marriage, he is certain of it. He feels he has found a true companion in life.

In fact, Dennis, father of Jack Quaid (33 years old), along with Meg and 17-year-old twins Zoe Grace and Thomas Boone, as mentioned by him when discussing their age difference, stated that he didn’t intentionally seek out an age gap or someone much younger than himself.

He added, “You have no control over who you fall in love with.”

For more couples who have spoken out about their own age gaps, keep reading.

He shared with The Guardian in 2019 that he doesn’t find himself falling in love quickly. However, he emphasized that the opinions of just a few people shouldn’t dictate everything. He has been married three times, and this is his last marriage – he’s certain of it. He feels like he has found a true life companion in his current partner.

As a dedicated father to Jack Quaid, who’s 33, and our 17-year-old twins, Zoe Grace and Thomas Boone, here’s what I, Kimberly, have to say about our age difference: Contrary to some assumptions, I didn’t intentionally seek out an age gap or someone significantly younger than myself.

He added, “You have no control over who you fall in love with.”

For more couples who have spoken out about their own age gaps, keep reading.

Disregarding comments about the age difference between them is nothing out of the ordinary for these actresses, as they have learned to focus on their love instead of outside opinions. In an interview with Modern Luxury in 2018, Sarah expressed this sentiment while talking about her relationship with Holland, saying: “If someone chooses to see me as peculiar for being smitten by the most extraordinary person in existence, then that’s their issue. I’m content with how things are.

Regarding the previous host of Project Runway, she brushes off any unfavorable comments concerning her 16-year age difference with the guitarist from Tokio Hotel. In an interview with InStyle in 2018, she admitted that people often question their relationship and inquire about it. She stated, “Age is only brought up when it’s shoved in my face, and I need to address it then. Otherwise, I don’t think much about it.” Heidi, who later married her boyfriend the following year, made it clear that she will continue living life according to her own terms. She added, “It’s essential to live happily without worrying too much about what others think, because worrying only gives you more lines on your face.

In a similar vein, the actress from Quantico has highlighted an inconsistency in societal attitudes. She pointed out that there’s a lot of criticism about her being 10 years older than the Jonas Brothers singer, but this wouldn’t be the case if the roles were reversed. As she shared with InStyle, “People gave us a lot of flak about that and still do. It’s quite fascinating when you consider the opposite scenario – if he were older, nobody seems to care, and in fact, people seem to appreciate it more.

In a 2024 interview with The Guardian, she mentioned that the age difference between her and the Kraven the Hunter actor is rarely discussed in their everyday life. She explained that while others might focus on it due to their lack of knowledge about them, within their relationship, they consider themselves an anomaly and believe after 14 years together, the age gap shouldn’t matter much anymore. Sam also highlighted that her current relationship with Aaron has lasted longer than her marriage to Jay Jopling, who is only slightly older than she is, implying that the age difference doesn’t significantly impact their bond.

Despite both of them celebrating their birthdays on September 25th, they do not always agree or align in terms of their daily schedules…on the calendar.

Or in a more colloquial way:

Even though they have the same birthday (Sept. 25), they don’t always see eye to eye when it comes to their day-to-day plans.

In simpler terms, the person from The Parent Trap might say that only they should concern themselves with their relationship with the co-founder of Bonniedale Films. It’s clear who I mean – them, or he and she.

However, Dennis made it clear that neither him nor Laura are bothered by the attention caused by her being 39 years younger. In an interview with Today in 2021, he stated, “We simply don’t even notice our age difference. We’ve never connected with anyone in my life as well as we do. Our relationship is fantastic. Love finds a way, no matter where it is. And you never know when love will come, who it will be for. We have no control over it. And we couldn’t be happier.

The yoga instructor, who is often featured in lists of celebrities with significant age differences, previously held prejudiced views about such couples. She used to think that older men were merely seeking young women without opinions, and those younger women were gold digers who didn’t care about their partners. However, after entering into a relationship with someone 26 years her senior, she has since changed her perspective. She now questions why she was so judgmental towards others finding love, recognizing that just because their relationships may look different from what she expected, it doesn’t make them any less valid.

Brace yourself, as it turns out, “The Devil Wears Prada” actor once discussed a near-breakup with his literary agent during their early relationship’s stage. He confided to BBC Radio 4’s “Desert Island Discs” in 2023 that he was 21 years older than her and didn’t want to spend the rest of his life feeling old because of their age difference. However, he acknowledged her as an exceptionally unique individual.

It’s clear that the actress from the movie Alfie and the actor from Lift find that not everyone may grasp their relationship, as Oli expressed in an interview with Vogue. He explained, “Given our 15-year age difference, it might be complex for others to comprehend, but there’s only been love and happiness between us.” And indeed, Sienna stated that no one else needs to fully understand their relationship. As she put it, “You can’t dictate matters of the heart; I’ve never been able to do so myself.

The star of Jurassic Park reminisced about a humorous exchange with his younger Olympian spouse on The Hoda Show. He jokingly asked, “If I were a Beatle, which one would I be?” To this, she replied, “Rex Harrison.” He corrected her, saying, “Hold on, we watched My Fair Lady yesterday. I think you meant that.” However, Jeff pointed out that Emilie quickly figured out she was thinking of George Harrison. Reflecting on their age difference, he said, “That’s one of the differences between us, but overall, our life together is going well so far.

The model doesn’t feel pressured to quickly respond to critics about her 20-year age difference with the actor, as she believes his wisdom and charm are captivating qualities that come from maturity. She explained in an interview with Glamour in 2013 that their bond is unrelated to age, and having a partner who admires and supports her greatly contributes to her motivation.

Regarding any criticism towards the significant age difference between her and her partner, the former American Idol contestant seems to have moved past it. On Dr. Berlin’s Informed Pregnancy Podcast in 2023, she stated, “Initially, I could understand the judgment, but appearances can be deceiving. What truly matters is that I am deeply in love with our unique love story.

Something that wasn’t predetermined or planned was the relationship between Kristin and her ex-boyfriend, Mark Estes, who is 13 years younger than her. In an episode of her podcast “Let’s Be Honest” aired in March 2024, Kristin clarified that she never sought out to date someone as young as 24. She initially thought 30-year-olds were too young for her. Despite the public perception, Kristin emphasized that Mark is not your typical 24-year-old and that there’s more to a person than just their birth year. She firmly believes that age is merely a number, and maturity stems from life experiences, upbringing, and various other factors beyond just age. However, months later, Kristin revealed that she had parted ways with Mark.

She remarked during a podcast episode in October, “He truly needs to live and learn over the long term.” He’s young, very much so. As I reflect on my life experiences, I can feel the passage of time more acutely. Looking back at when I was 24, it’s astounding how much has transpired for me since then. Those years are crucial, they shape you. They are formative years. It is during this period that one discovers oneself, and he needs this opportunity.”

However, she also referred to their relationship as “the most remarkable relationship” of her life and expressed optimism about Mark coming to terms with their separation. She further stated, “I believe that someday he will look back and comprehend it all.” In fact, I think that one day he will acknowledge my role in this and even express gratitude.

Initially, when the Academy Award winner developed feelings for the lawyer, he wasn’t confident if she would reciprocate his affection. As George shared on The Howard Stern Show about their early romance with Amal, “I didn’t want to take things too fast, I wasn’t sure if she was interested. Given our age difference, she might have considered me as an older gentleman.” However, it eventually became clear that she returned his feelings, and they got married in 2014.

In simpler terms, the Bachelor alum, who happens to be 18 years senior to his spouse, views age as insignificant. He expressed this sentiment during a March 2025 episode of his podcast, The Viall Files, stating that when it comes to age differences, physical appearance holds more weight for him.

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2025-07-29 00:47