Samuel Jackson and his wife, also an actress, LaTanya Richardson, have been happily married since 1980. LaTanya shared her secrets for their successful marriage in an interview, saying that all it needs is a big heart and a lot of work. “Keep yourself lifted,” she said, “and do not stop working.”

On their anniversary, Jackson shared a loving post on his Instagram page of their wedding day and the caption “You’re my Rock & reason to get up every day.” That’s what true love looks like.