Prominent Couples Who Proved Genuine Affection Can Last A Lifetime Despite Life’s Ups and Downs

Published on 06/07/2024
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Gladys Knight & William McDowell – Together Since 2001

Because of her incredible voice, which elevated songs like the 1973 release of “Midnight Train to Georgia” to a genuinely exceptional status, Gladys Knight is referred to as “The Empress of Soul.” It also earned her a Grammy Award, along with the other members of her former band, Gladys Knight & The Pips. In 2001, the vocalist of “Love Overboard” got married to William McDowell. Following the breakdown of her three prior marriages, the singer sought comfort in her marriage to McDowell. Despite co-running an artist development company with his spouse, McDowell would much rather stay out of the spotlight and let his wife steal the show.

Gladys Knight & William McDowell – Together Since 2001

Gladys Knight & William McDowell – Together Since 2001

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Robby Benson & Karla DeVito – Together Since 1982

Robby Benson first gained notoriety in the United States through sitcoms like “One On One” and movies like “Ice Castles.” But, his career really took off when he voiced Beast in the 1991 film “Beauty And The Beast.” Benson and his spouse, Karla De Vito, have been together for forty years; their journey started when they performed in the Broadway production of “The Pirates of Penance.” Life imitating art, the couple fell in love, were married in 1982, and have been devoted ever since. In addition to having two kids together, Lyric and Zephyr, they are now delighted grandparents to Lyric’s two kids.

Robby Benson & Karla DeVito – Together Since 1982

Robby Benson & Karla DeVito – Together Since 1982

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