Sarah Jessica Parker, the talented actress known for her iconic role as Carrie Bradshaw on Sex and the City, is not only a skilled actress but also a gifted writer. On their 26th wedding anniversary, Sarah took to Instagram to express her love and appreciation for her husband, Matthew Broderick.
Married on May 19, 1997, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick have defied the odds of Hollywood relationships and have built a strong and lasting bond for over 25 years. Unlike many other couples in the entertainment industry, their love has stood the test of time.
Before meeting Matthew Broderick, Sarah Jessica Parker was in a high-profile relationship with actor Robert Downey Jr. Their seven-year romance came to an end in 1991, mainly due to Downey’s struggles with substance abuse.
Despite the challenges, Sarah Jessica Parker provided him a home and support. Reflecting on their relationship, Downey said, “I was in love with Sarah Jessica, and love clearly was not enough.”
It was during the early 90s that Parker’s brothers Toby and Pippin started a Broadway theater company called ‘Naked Angels.’ Matthew Broderick became involved in the same company, which led him to meet Sarah Jessica Parker. Both of them shared a passion for theater from an early age. In a 2013 interview, Parker mentioned, “Matthew and I come from a different time and place…all we ever wanted was to be good working actors. It was to work in theater, to be around those people whose work I was in total awe of.”
Months after their initial meeting, Broderick gathered the courage to ask Parker out on a date. They went to see a movie, and Broderick vividly remembers the moment he saw her walking towards the theater. It was a unique and unforgettable experience for both of them. Reflecting on their early days, Parker admitted, “I think I learned early on when I was talking too much. I was like, ‘I’m in love. When’s he going to marry me?’ Oh my God, I’m so sorry about that.”
In 1997, Parker and Broderick surprised their wedding guests by turning what appeared to be a regular party into their nuptials at the Lower East Side synagogue. Parker defied tradition by wearing a black wedding dress, as she had never really daydreamed about a traditional wedding. According to reports, it was Broderick who encouraged Parker to accept the role of Carrie Bradshaw in “Sex and the City,” a decision that brought her immense success. Although Broderick was offered several opportunities to appear on the show alongside his wife, he declined all of them.
Their love story extended with the birth of their children. James Wilkie Broderick, their first child, was born in 2002. In 2009, the couple welcomed their twin daughters, Tabitha Hodge Broderick and Marion Loretta Elwell Broderick, through surrogacy. While they faced fertility challenges, their love for their children knows no bounds. Parker once said, “I cherished all the milestones, the good and the bad.”
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick prefer to keep their private life out of the spotlight. But Broderick shared a valuable piece of advice on how to keep a marriage happy – listen to your partner and be kind.
As the couple celebrates their 26th wedding anniversary, Sarah shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, expressing her love for her husband and their shared journey. It’s clear that their love for each other is as strong as ever, and they mark their milestones by making lasting memories together.
Let’s join in the celebration of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick’s enduring love on their special day. Here’s to many more years of happiness and love!
