Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have been married for a whopping 12 years, and that is 12 years of constant laughter, smiles, bliss, adventures and so much more! The two first began their journey back in 2005, when same-sex marriage was still quite a taboo topic.
Despite the public's opinion at the time, Ellen and Portia have always made it their number one priority to show just how much they love one another. The two officially said their 'I do's" in 2008, and haven't looked back since. Ever since then, they have truly redefined what it means to be head over heels in love with someone.
While marriage is no walk in the park, both Ellen and Portia have found ways to continue to love, respect, support and encourage one another throughout their marriage, in order to have made it work this long. If you're wondering what the key to their happy marriage is, then wait no further. Here are 15 things Ellen and Portia do in order to make their marriage work.
16 They Had A Magical Wedding
When it comes to your big day, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi did not cheap out! The two got married in a fairytale style wedding back in 2008 and definitely started things off on a high note. Portia looked like an absolute princess, while Ellen looked like a true vision in white. It was certainly a day the two will always cherish!
15 They Make Each Other Laugh All The Time
The saying "laughter is the best medicine" is without a doubt one of the truest statements there is! Ellen consistently keeps Portia laughing, and that is a sure way to keep your marriage feeling fun. While Ellen might be the comedian, she's revealed just how much Portia makes her laugh in return.
14 They Are The Best Of Friends
When you are searching for that special someone, you should always find someone who you can spend the rest of your life with not only as your partner but as your best friend. That is exactly what Ellen and Portia are to one another. They share a bond deeper than just marriage, they are connected on so many different levels that they know one another better than anyone ever could.
13 They Go All Out For Their Anniversary
When the time comes to celebrate their wedding anniversary, you very well know that both Ellen and Portia go all out! The dynamic duo has been together for nearly 12 years now, and they certainly know how to keep each other on their toes. When it came to their 6 year anniversary, Ellen had a plane spell out 'six' in the sky! Talk about memorable!
12 They Give Each Other Meaningful Gifts
While materialistic items can be nice, Ellen and Portia go down a more sentimental route when it comes to gift-giving. They certainly are no strangers to fancy dinners, jewelry or art pieces, but one of Portia's most thoughtful gifts to Ellen was a special video made by Portia herself as a surprise for Ellen's 60th birthday. The video was revealed on 'The Ellen Show', and had Ellen in tears.
11 They Love A Good Date Night
If there is one way to keep a partnership spicy is to always keep doing things that are spontaneous and fun with one another. When it comes to date nights, Ellen and Portia know exactly what to do. Whether it's a fancy LA dinner or a boat ride on the sea, they constantly keep one another happy.
10 They Are Not Afraid Of Laying On The PDA
When you are first married, it can be hard to keep your hands off of one another, hence the term 'the honeymoon phase'. While this can sometimes die down in a marriage, particularly those that go on for quite a long time, Ellen and Portia are not into that notion whatsoever. They pack on the PDA as often as they can, and show their love for one another anywhere at any time.
9 They Keep The Spark Alive With Travel
If there is one thing that both Ellen and Portia have revealed about their relationship, is that the two of them absolutely love to travel! Not only do they go on trips where they bump into the Obama's and Margot Robbie, but they also go on adventures with one another to giraffe sanctuaries or trips to Rwanda to see the great work that the Ellen Fund has been doing for gorillas!
8 They Constantly Support One Another's Careers
Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres first met way back in 2000 when they had bumped into one another at an industry party, while the two didn't officially start dating till 2005, the two have consistently been each other's biggest supporters. Whether it be with Ellen's talkshow or Portia's role on 'Arrested Development', they always lift one another up!
7 They Share The Love On Social Media
Times were definitely simpler back when social media was non-existent, however, Ellen and Portia have used their platforms in ways that further strengthen their relationship and bond. The two avidly post the cutest photos of one another on their Instagrams, declaring their love for each other in ways that truly just melt our hearts.
6 They Encourage Kindness And Love In One Another
Ellen DeGeneres is notoriously known for letting her audience members and viewers from home know to "be kind to one another" at the end of every single one of her tapings, however, she also implements this in her daily life. Both Ellen and Portia encourage themselves to be the kindest people to one another and constantly show each other the love.
5 They Shake Off The Rumours
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Living in Hollywood and in the public eye can definitely wreak havoc on a relationship, especially when the media twists things! Ellen and Portia have been victims of numerous divorce, separation, or cheating rumours throughout their time together, however, their ability to brush all of that off and trust one another is quite incomparable.
3 They Have Formed A Loving Family Together
If there is one thing that we truly love about both Ellen and Portia is the fact that they have built such a lovely family together. While many people still firmly believe in traditional families, Ellen and Portia have made their own version of family. The two share a total of 6 pets together and have so much love for their furry family members.
2 They Take Care Of One Another
When it comes to taking care of one another, Ellen and Portia are doing just fine in that department. The two certainly have got each other's backs and show just that to the public. Whether it's fixing Portia's dress train, constantly supporting each other, or showing up for one another when it means the most, Ellen and Portia have got one another and it shows!
1 They Are Forever Thankful For Their Love
Ellen and Portia share a marriage unlike any other we have witnessed in Hollywood. It is clear that these two share a special bond, and when it comes to their admiration for each other, they aren't afraid to let us know just how thankful they are for one another. Ellen has revealed countless times on her show just how thankful she is to have Portia in her life, and vice versa for Portia as well.