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Jackson & LaTanya: 46 Years Strong!
19 Aug
Summary
- Samuel and LaTanya Jackson celebrated 46 years of marriage with heartfelt tributes.
- The couple met in college during the civil rights movement in Atlanta.
- They are committed to Black identity and raising a family together.
Hollywood power couple Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson are celebrating a significant milestone: 46 years of marriage. They marked their anniversary on August 18 with separate, heartfelt tributes on Instagram, sharing memories and expressing their deep affection.
Samuel Jackson, 77, posted a throwback photo from their wedding in 1980, while LaTanya Jackson, 76, shared a collection of candid moments. Her message highlighted Samuel as her "foundation, My rock, My forever partner," wishing for "46 more" years together.
The couple's enduring bond extends beyond a typical Hollywood romance. They first met in the early 1970s as college students in Atlanta, with Samuel attending Morehouse College and LaTanya at Spelman College, amidst the backdrop of the civil rights movement.
Their marriage, which began in 1980, has been a testament to their shared commitment to Black identity and family. LaTanya has often spoken about their belief that Black people staying together and raising children in a two-parent household is a revolutionary act, a pact they made to "stay together no matter what."
This commitment is reflected in their careers and public stances. LaTanya, an accomplished actress and director, recently earned a 2025 Tony nomination for her performance in "Purpose." Samuel continues to be an outspoken advocate against racism, a cause deeply intertwined with their shared values.
Their journey together has included raising their daughter, Zoe Jackson, and supporting each other's professional endeavors, exemplified by Samuel stepping aside to give LaTanya the spotlight at the Tony Awards.
