Angela Bassett's Long-Running Marriage Is Based On A Simple 'Agreement' With Her Husband
There's a reason you probably haven't heard much about Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance's marriage. Basically, the gossipy columns can never report any high-octane drama between them. Because not only does this husband-and-wife duo have a partnership that's lasted for nearly 24 years, but they've also juggled their incredible careers and raised children together. That begs the question: what is their secret?! Well, their simple agreement might be the answer.
The pact
Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance have previously revealed the secrets to their marriage in interviews with People, Wendy Williams, and even Oprah Winfrey, among others. But while many of their reflections were positive and romantic, that doesn't mean their relationship has always been perfect.
Marriage ready
Part of the problem was that Vance hadn't been ready for the marriage. He even worked with a personal trainer — who also happened to be a marriage counselor — to realize that he had a lot of work to do to save his relationship with Bassett. In fact, both partners had to reflect on what they really wanted — since breaking up wasn't an option for them.
Crazy idea
When the pair eventually decided to marry, they agreed on one simple idea that most would think was a bit crazy. For them, though, it was fair. And, more importantly, they felt they were up for the challenge as a couple. After all, the agreement that saved their marriage in tough times worked because of how their romance blossomed.
Friends first
Bassett and Vance actually first met as college students in the 1980s — but it would take years before anything romantic ever began. They were both busy with drama school at that time, and Vance had even been dating another woman. So it would take a long time for the pair to pursue anything more than friendship.
