Hollywood icon Samuel L. Jackson and his wife, actress LaTanya Richardson Jackson, are celebrating a remarkable milestone — 45 years of marriage and 55 years together since first meeting in college.

The couple, who tied the knot in 1980 after meeting at Morehouse College and Spelman College in Atlanta, have long been admired as one of Hollywood’s strongest and most enduring unions.

Jackson has often credited LaTanya with helping him overcome personal struggles and keeping their family grounded throughout his decades-long career, while LaTanya has described their journey together as one rooted in faith, love, and commitment.