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Actress Brooke Shields recently celebrated a significant personal milestone, marking 23 years of marriage with her husband, Chris Henchy. On May 26, 2024, Shields shared nostalgic photos from their 2001 wedding on Instagram. One memorable shot features the newlyweds posing on a balcony, with Henchy holding his wife’s bouquet. Another charming throwback shows Shields kneeling inside a church in her wedding gown, receiving a sweet kiss from a dog as Henchy looks on. Shields captioned the post, “Today marks 23 years married to the love of my life. Still giddy to be stuck with you, Henchy!” Friends of the couple also extended their warm wishes on this special occasion.
Brooke Shields and Chris Henchy, who first met in 1999 and got engaged in Mexico in 2000, uniquely celebrate two wedding anniversaries. The couple first tied the knot in April 2001 in a small, intimate ceremony on Catalina Island, California. A month later, they held a larger wedding celebration in Palm Springs, California. Shields and Henchy share two daughters, Rowan, 21, and Grier, 18, both of whom are heading off to college this fall. Shields candidly expressed her mixed emotions about becoming an empty nester, admitting, “[I’m] not ready. I thought I would be relieved, but I don’t know. I’ll see if, when I get there.”
Reflecting on their long-lasting marriage, Brooke Shields emphasized the importance of good communication. She explained, “I think you have to constantly make sure you discuss things rather than let them fester. And you have to be willing to adapt to the other person’s growing and changing.” Shields acknowledged that growth and change do not always happen at the same pace for both partners, which can be challenging. However, she believes that these changes are just different phases of love. Shields also highlighted the importance of speaking up when something bothers her rather than assuming her spouse can read her mind.
As Brooke Shields and Chris Henchy celebrate over two decades of marriage, their journey together exemplifies the importance of communication, adaptability, and mutual support. Fans and friends alike continue to support and celebrate their enduring love story.