Gordon Ramsay Gives Look Inside 29-Year Marriage to Wife Tana Ramsay

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Gordon Ramsay knows he has the ultimate sous chef in life with Tana Ramsay. 

Gordon Ramsay celebrated 29 years of marriage to his wife, Tana, on December 21st, sharing a nostalgic look at their relationship – including photos from their wedding and a glimpse into their life together now.

Can you believe it’s been 29 years?! 29 years since Gordon married his best friend! Seriously, seeing those photos just gets me! It’s like, what a life they’ve built together, and that simple ‘thank you’ just… ugh, it’s everything. I’m so happy for them and their incredible journey!

He added, “Love you so much.”

This year, Megan’s parents had an extra special reason to celebrate their anniversary. Not only were they marking another year together as a family with their children – Megan, 27, twins Holly and Jack, 25, Matilda, 24, Oscar, 6, and Jesse, 2 – but their anniversary month now coincides with Holly’s! Holly, 25, and her husband, Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty, 31, were married on December 27th in the U.K., and Megan’s father, Gordon, was thrilled to be part of their wedding day.

Sharing photos of his daughter’s wedding, he expressed how fortunate he felt to walk her down the aisle and welcome his new son-in-law, Adam Ramsay Peaty. He finished with a loving message to his daughter, Holly Ramsay Peaty, saying how incredibly proud he is of her.

In September 2024, the model announced she was engaged to Adam, who has a 5-year-old son named George from a previous relationship. She shared a picture of her ring and talked about how happy they are together.

Holly announced her engagement to the Olympic gold medalist, whom she started dating in 2023, sharing her excitement online. She said she couldn’t describe how happy she felt and fondly remembered the joy she experienced after their first date. She thanked him for making her feel loved and cherished, and expressed her eagerness to marry him.

Holly then shared a loving message with her son. “I promise to always be there for you and George,” she said. “I’m so grateful to be a part of his life and I’m excited for what’s to come. You make everything better, and life has been wonderful since you came into it. Here’s to many more years together.”

As she and Adam start their life together, she knows she can rely on her parents for guidance. Her mom, Tana, 51, has often spoken about how she and her husband, Gordon, have worked hard to maintain a strong relationship, especially while juggling busy careers, grown children, and young kids.

You know, my husband and I recently had some little ones, and we wanted to prioritize our connection. For our last anniversary, we made a fun pact: we committed to a monthly theater outing and three date nights a month! There’s a little rule, too – no trainers allowed! We actually make an effort to get dressed up – I love wearing a dress and heels, and he’ll put on a suit or a nice shirt with proper shoes. It’s all about carving out dedicated, quality time together, and making it feel special.

Keep reading for more stars who’ve shared insight into their long-lasting relationships…

In their 2020 book, What Makes a Marriage Last, Hermann Thomas shared how much laughter his marriage to Marlo Thomas had brought him, describing joy as a core part of their relationship. He explained that their enduring connection stemmed from a deep acceptance of each other, stating, “I know you love me in spite of who I am, and that is the definition of grace.”

He also revealed a key to their happiness: finding humor even during disagreements. After a heated argument, one of them would try to lighten the mood with a joke about the very thing they were fighting over. As Hermann described it, they’d gently try to reconnect, asking, “Can we at least start moving back toward enjoying things together?” Once they could do that, he knew they were on their way to resolving the issue.

The couple has managed to avoid major changes in their relationship by following the same advice they received before getting married in 2003. They prioritize connection, maintaining weekly date nights even with five children, and choosing activities other than watching TV.

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

Kevin Bacon jokingly advises against taking marriage advice from celebrities, a sentiment echoed by the couple’s own motto: “Keep the fights clean and the sex dirty.” They developed this phrase to quickly shut down any further questions about their relationship.

In reality, they prioritize resolving disagreements quickly and avoid prolonged arguments. As Bacon’s wife explained, they’re both focused on finding a solution when they do argue, because fighting is unpleasant. Ultimately, they’re committed to making things right, as there’s no alternative plan – they always want to work through their issues together.

After over 37 years of marriage, the actors have learned how to argue constructively. As one of them explained, they avoid bringing up past hurts. Many couples focus on their partner’s weaknesses and attack them, but they don’t do that.

They do have disagreements, of course. He admits he sometimes tries to undo something hurtful he’s said, but quickly realizes that doesn’t help. Instead, he lets his wife guide the way and gives her space when she needs it. She, in turn, practices understanding, reminding herself that even when he says something insensitive, he’s a good person who likely didn’t intend to cause pain.

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

Neil Patrick Harris believes the key to his long-lasting relationship is accepting that relationships are constantly changing and hard to define. After 21 years together, including navigating career changes – his husband David Burtka released a cookbook in 2019 – raising twins Gideon and Harper, and facing challenges, Harris explained that marriage is never static. He shared that even physical intimacy evolves, and couples need to find new ways to reconnect, both emotionally and physically, as they age. Eventually, he says, attraction shifts from the physical to a deeper connection with someone’s character, and then back again. “It all keeps morphing,” he observed, adding that they essentially keep falling in love with each other anew, in different ways, over and over.

The comedic duo jokingly believe their laughter actually extends their lives. It’s not just a feeling – they actively calculate how much time a particularly hilarious moment adds. As the actress from Can You Ever Forgive Me? explained, whenever they share a really big laugh, they estimate how many months or years it’s added to their lifespan. She admits to constantly tallying up these ‘life extensions.’

They also limit how long disagreements last. Following the advice to avoid going to bed angry, Falcone shared that she tried letting an argument linger overnight once, but quickly forgot what she was even upset about. She realized that trying to resolve issues when everyone is tired or has had a drink is unproductive. She’s never experienced a late-night argument ending with a satisfying resolution and a signed truce.

Both had been married previously when they met in 1995, and quickly found themselves blending families with two children each. The actor from Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist explained, “There’s no guidebook for this, so I immediately understood they already had a mother – and it wasn’t me. I asked myself, what could I offer them?” She realized everyone benefits from having a supportive figure in their life. “I decided to be their cheerleader. I never tried to set rules, discipline them, or teach them what’s right or wrong—they already had parents for that.”

The Cheers actor completely agreed. “I think it’s incredibly smart to offer yourself as a friend,” he said. “To say, ‘I won’t discipline you, and I won’t judge you. I’ll just spend time with you and be there for you.’ That’s all you can do: truly be present for them.”

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. Nine years later, they officially married on the same date, once marriage equality was achieved. However, they celebrate their relationship beginning 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, they write each other handwritten letters. Over the years, they’ve written around 1,352 letters. David Furnish explains that handwriting feels deeply personal and that the letters allow them to reflect on the past week and discuss the week ahead. Elton John agrees, saying that consistent communication is key to a long-lasting and successful relationship.

Oh my gosh, they’re SO devoted! It’s incredible – they basically kept their entire 40-year marriage a beautiful secret, like it was always meant to be. She even said she had dreams about him before they even met! And even with everything changing in their lives, they make sure their relationship is always the most important thing. She said it’s a priority, and they actively work at keeping that connection strong. He’s just… amazing. He said he’d do anything for her, literally anything – climb mountains, take a bullet… he’d even risk her getting mad at him, but he’d never let anything come between them. It’s just… everything. He believes if you truly value your marriage and your happiness, you protect it at all costs. You just… don’t let anyone touch it. It’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard!

ABC News reporter Roberts admits she doesn’t enjoy casual check-in calls. “I don’t like it when people call just to ask ‘What’s up,'” she explained. However, a close friend—who loves talking on the phone—helped her change her perspective.

One friend pointed out, “Maybe he just feels comfortable hearing your voice, knowing everything is okay.” Roberts realized this was a sweet thought she hadn’t considered before. “If it makes him happy, it should matter to me,” she said.

Now, she takes a moment to respond kindly, saying something like, “I’m busy right now, but what’s new with you?” Knowing it brightens his day, she’s happy to take those two minutes to be supportive. They celebrated their 29th anniversary in September 2024.

Their almost 30-year marriage started building its foundation early on. They recall even small arguments—like when the actor once threw the talk show host’s ring out the window—feeling potentially devastating. As the star of LIVE With Kelly and Ryan explained, the beginning of a marriage is often filled with easily escalated issues, whether financial, career-related, or brought on by the stress of raising children. However, her husband taught her the importance of stepping away and taking a moment to breathe, realizing not every disagreement needs to be a major crisis.

Now, as parents of three, they’re seeing the rewards of that lesson. The actor believes that truly happy couples have inevitably faced difficult challenges and come through them stronger, 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 bit of a perfectionist, as she playfully pointed out. But after being married since 2003, they’ve learned to accept each other’s quirks.

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 your partner has a trait that might be frustrating, but you love them anyway. That moment of accepting both the good and the challenging 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 her love for her partner is so strong and she hates to see them feel alone, even for a short time. Ideally, she avoids arguments altogether. She’s learned that saying something hurtful in the heat of the moment leads to even more regret and anger later, harming both your health and the relationship.

It’s perfectly 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 couldn’t provide the support she needed after her father passed away. However, when they remarried just a year later, she understood he wouldn’t suddenly become a homebody or take charge of celebrations.

She explained plainly, “Every relationship is unique, but unhappiness often comes from trying to change someone. You can try, but they’ll always resent it.” She believes you shouldn’t marry anyone hoping to change 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 things stable for them.

You know, as someone who studies families and relationships, I’ve always said a good partner keeps you grounded. That’s definitely true for me! My wife and our two sons have this amazing way of keeping me humble, no matter what’s going on in my life. She’s incredibly patient, and they both just have a knack for bringing me back down to earth.

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

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