February 4th 2025.
Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. have been happily married for 23 years. It was just announced yesterday that a Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot is in the works and the lead role will be reprised by none other than Sarah Michelle Gellar herself. With this exciting news, we can't help but take a trip down memory lane to the 90s and look back on the iconic actress' life.
The last time we saw Buffy Summers, the supernatural slayer, on our screens was in 2003. It's hard to believe that it's been almost two decades since the show ended its seven-season run. Back then, we were busy playing with our Tamagotchis and wearing our plaid skirts and crop tops without a hint of irony. But now, Deadline has reported that a follow-up series is in the works and is close to receiving a pilot order from Hulu. This has definitely sparked excitement among fans who have been missing the nostalgic show.
Let's zoom back to the 00s, when Sarah was everywhere with her famous boyfriend by her side. The couple has been together for over two decades, which is quite rare in the world of showbiz where relationships often have a shorter shelf life than a tub of ice cream. So, how have they managed to make it work?
Well, Sarah's husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., is an actor and her co-star in the Scooby-Doo movies and the 1999 film, She's All That. He's also known for his role as Kanan Jarrus in the Star Wars animated series, Rebels. The couple first met in 1997 while filming I Know What You Did Last Summer, but they didn't go on their first date until 2000. And as Sarah revealed, it was a total accident.
"We were friends for a very long time. We'd had many dinners before. And we were supposed to go with someone else, and the third person didn't make it out and we decided to still go. We were just two people at dinner catching up," Sarah shared in a 2020 interview with People Now.
Two years later, the couple tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Mexico. Sarah looked stunning in a strapless Vera Wang gown. The couple has two children together, but they prefer to keep them out of the spotlight.
In 2002, Sarah and Freddie also worked together professionally as Fred and Daphne in the live-action Scooby-Doo film. When asked about the secret to their long-lasting relationship, Sarah revealed that it takes work and dedication.
"I think the truth of any relationship is that, whether you're a couple, whether you're friends, whether you're business partners, you have to put the work into a relationship. It takes work to have a good friendship. You have to call and check in and dedicate that time, and most people aren't willing to put that work in. So to have a successful relationship, whether it's marriage, friendship, or business, you have to invest time and effort, if you want to see the results," she explained.
Sarah also emphasized the importance of privacy in a relationship. "To keep a relationship strong, you have to have things that are private and between the two of you," she added.
Aside from their strong bond as a couple, Sarah and Freddie are also dedicated parents to their two children, Charlotte and Rocky. In a recent interview, Sarah opened up about the challenges of parenting, especially in today's digital age.
"We sit down for dinner at the table. There are no phones. We will all watch a show together. There are no phones. It's those moments where we set the example. We connect. We make eye contact," she shared with She Knows.
To protect their children from technology, Sarah and Freddie have made a conscious effort to limit their own screen time and be present in the moment with their kids. This also led them to take a step back from acting and prioritize their roles as parents.
"I need to be here for these early formative years of my kids' life. I needed that break to be the parent that I wanted to be. I've done some pretty amazing things, but for me, all that pales in comparison to bedtime with my kids," Sarah revealed in an interview with People.
Motherhood has definitely brought a new level of fulfillment and joy to Sarah's life. She shared with Parade, "It offered a missing part of myself that I never knew I was missing." It's clear that Sarah and Freddie's strong relationship and dedication to their family is what keeps their marriage going strong after 23 years.
And just like any other couple, they have their own struggles and challenges, but they work through them together. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to our entertainment team. We'd love to hear from you!
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