Anne Buydens & Kirk Douglas

Celebrating more than sixty years of marriage is no easy feat, but actress and philanthropist Anne Buydens made it until her husband’s passing in 2020 at the age of 103. Anne and actor Kirk Douglas tied the knot on May 29, 1954, and their marriage was undeniably one of the longest-running in entertainment history. According to the late actor, the secret to their enduring marriage seemed to be a mix of understanding, intuition, and tough love. “We solve our disagreements with a kiss,” Kirk said in a 2015 interview.

The pair had two sons, Eric, an actor, and Peter, a producer. Like any married couple, Anne and Kirk also had their share of ups and downs but weathered all storms together. Their nearly 70 years of marriage are truly inspiring, and we’ve learned that friendship is the best investment in marriage.