To better illustrate this broadly defined ideal, we’ll use the deep connection of Barbra Streisand and James Brolin, a Hollywood couple celebrating almost 27 years of marriage. The couple, who wed on July 1, 1998, has found a unique approach to maintaining their relationship, attributing part of their success to an unexpected source: their mattress.
Streisand, who turns 83 next month, was married to actor Elliot Gould from 1963 to 1971. Together, they share a son, Jason. After her divorce, Streisand met Brolin through a blind date arranged by mutual friends exactly two years before their wedding. Brolin, now 84 years old, had gone three years without sex before this fateful encounter.
The couple’s relationship flourished quickly. They decided early on that they would wait until their wedding night to consummate their marriage, a choice many wouldn’t consider doing. Yet for Brolin, this mutual selection of roles has only deepened their bond. He even would go on to marry Streisand, which he called “the best thing” he’d done.
Since Brolin and Streisand don’t have kids together, they’re able to make their relationship a priority. They deal with conflict like adults, sometimes choosing to cool off first with some space before discussing their issues.
“I just think you gotta say, ‘OK, take a deep breath, take a walk,’” – James Brolin
Beyond positive communication, the couple has found contentment in their new dwelling. Brolin never fails to mention their mattress, which he says is “the best investment” they’ve ever made. He wryly suggests that the pair can be “sloppy” often. Making each other comfortable and happy within their marriage is always number one on their list of priorities.
“The best investment we’ve ever made is our mattress.” – James Brolin
Streisand and Brolin are having career resurgences. Yet they serve as a testament to the power of love, the kind that can withstand all odds, including the pressures of Hollywood. As an award-winning singer and actress, Streisand truly shines. The other big development has been Brolin’s maturation as a great actor and producer. The way they honor their commitment to one another shows us that love endures through all.
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