7 Longtime Famous Black Couples

Snoop Dogg and Shante Taylor Snoop Dogg and his wife Shante Taylor have been married since 1997. In 2004 it appeared that their relationship had fallen apart after Snoop filed for divorce from his wife citing irreconcilable differences. But the couple soon worked things out and later renewed their vows.

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These folks show us how to make love last

Will and Jada and Barack and Michelle may be the couples who spring to mind when the topic of black marriage comes up, but a number of other blacks in the spotlight can also boast that their love has gone the distance. This list highlights famous black couples who’ve been married for 15 years or more. Some of these couples have publicly discussed their relationship struggles, but in the end they’ve managed to stay together, making them an inspiration.