Throwback Pics Of HGTV's Chip & Joanna Gaines Highlight Their Lasting Love
Despite the many times Joanna and Chip Gaines sent divorce rumors flying, their love story continues to be written as they celebrate over 20 years together. What started as humble beginning of meeting at Joanna's father's auto shop transformed into something more after Chip grew more interested in Joanna and pursued her. The Gaines were married in Waco, Texas, in May 2003 and have been together ever since. It's no secret that HGTV royalty Joanna and Chip Gaines are couple goals, but their show "Fixer Upper" puts this on full display.
In an interview with PEOPLE, Joanna revealed that doing new things together has helped to keep their relationship fresh. "Anytime you unlock a new thing, and you do it together, it only grows your relationship," Joanna explained at the time, citing dance lessons as an example. Outside of this, the couple also has marriage non-negotiables to keep them going strong. Their love has been able to inspire those around them and those who follow them. Across the decades, you can see their love grow deeper, especially in photos.
Earlier photos of the couple show just how strong their spark was
The full gorgeous transformation of HGTV's Joanna Gaines reminds us that beauty gets better with time, and so does her love for Chip Gaines. In 2021, Joanna took to Instagram to reminisce on her love and gratitude for Chip during the anniversary of opening Magnolia with a throwback photo of the pair. In the caption, she commended Chip for his support of her during the early phases of Magnolia through his time, energy, and resources. Had he not believed in her or pushed her to pursue her dreams, the company might not exist as we see it today.
A couple that enjoys bites together stays together
Food is truly one of the universal languages of love. Chip and Joanna Gaines remind us of this in an Instagram post that depicted the two sharing a series of appetizers at The Polo Bar in New York. The outing was to commemorate the launch of Magnolia Network, a linear TV brand created by the couple, showcasing home, food, and arts content. After a long week's worth of organizing, the couple shares a celebratory moment filled with love and support.
A holiday photo with their son brings back memories of the earlier parties of their relationship
To celebrate their son Drake's 16th birthday, Joanna Gaines posted a throwback holiday photo on Instagram alongside Chip, and Drake with he was a toddler. In the caption of the post, she touched on how involved her son was in their day-to-day operations at Magnolia as they grew in popularity. "Drake was my little shop baby, and he came to work with me every day. I was either wearing him on me or he was sleeping in the pack n play behind the counter [...]," Graines wrote in the caption.
The couple lets their whimsy run wild together
Some couples who have been together for a while get so accustomed to each other that they forget to have fun— not Chip and Joanna Gaines, though! While most famous couples would look serious or give a red-carpet smile for a promo post, based on this Instagram photo, the Gaines don't mind getting silly. This post is a good reminder for others to continue to find ways to laugh with their partner while still handling day-to-day responsibilities, as the caption referenced the countdown for Season 3 of "Fixer Upper".
They still enjoy public events together just like regular couples
Who doesn't love a good concert date night? Just like other couples, Chip and Joanna Gaines make it a point to enjoy the things they love together, such as music. Chip posted on his Instagram a photo of himself kissing Joanna on the cheek during U2's concert for "The Joshua Tree" tour in 2017. Even in a crowded arena, the Gaines' love and happiness shines brighter.
Silliness doesn't stop on busy work days for this couple
In long-term relationships, laughter can help keep things exciting and fun with a partner. Chip Gaines gave us a great example of this when he posted a selfie in 2016 on Instagram, making a funny face. The catch? His wife, Joanna Gaines, can be seen in the background, hard at work looking through documents. While some may view this as distracting, others enjoy being able to create silly moments during busy days to help things not feel so stressful.
Even on chill days, their chemistry still keeps the energy high
Often, fans may catch Joanna and Chip Gaines on their TV screens or on the red carpet, but without the glitz and glamour, they're just two people in love. To highlight their 16th year of marriage, Joanna posted a photo on Instagram of two enjoying the great outdoors in everyday clothes. The couple were all smiles standing close to each other. "16 years and it feels like we're just getting started... I love you Chip Carter Gaines #16," Gaines wrote in the caption.
Joanna's birthday post for Chip shows the playful side of their relationship
Joanna and Chip Gaines have celebrated many birthdays together, but Joanna's post for Chip's 45th takes the cake as the most memorable one that she's shared with the world. On Instagram, the star commemorated the day by sharing a photo of the two recreating a Calvin Klein ad in New York. In the snap, the pair can be seen standing in front of each other, staring dreamily into each other's eyes. Clearly, this fun-loving energy is what keeps the spark alive after all these years.