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Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance, both seasoned Hollywood actors, have shared a remarkable 25-year journey together. Their enduring love and commitment are a rarity in the entertainment industry, and they’ve been eager to share their secrets, hoping to inspire others to find lasting love. During an appearance on the Today Show with Hoda & Jenna, Angela Bassett shed light on a crucial moment in her relationship with Courtney Vance that solidified their bond and made it so resilient.
The hosts congratulated Angela for her continued success in the industry and asked her about her current powerful resurgence. Angela explained that she doesn’t question it but simply enjoys the journey.
Angela also touched on the loss of Chadwick Boseman and how it compelled her and her all-female cast to take the lead in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” to honor the legacy they began in the original film. She highlighted Chadwick’s leadership in the 2018 film, which laid the foundation for their success in the sequel, even in his absence. Angela described the movie as an epic tale and expressed her gratitude for being part of it. The hosts attempted to coax her into revealing the new Black Panther, but Angela remained tight-lipped.
Shifting the conversation to her 25-year relationship with Courtney Vance, Angela acknowledged that long-lasting relationships were not common role models during her upbringing. She stressed that these 25 years have taught her the essential ingredients for a successful marriage. Negotiation, compromise, and forgiveness were key aspects, as they don’t always get what they want, but they often find a middle ground and forgiveness helps sustain their strong bond.
Angela says that Courtney told her a week into their marriage that “divorce was not an option.” She says at the time she laughed it off but later realized he was the one who could “stand the storm,” something every union needs to survive.
