During a recent interview, Ben Stiller opened up about one of the most challenging chapters of his life — the period of separation from his wife, actress Christine Taylor. The longtime couple, who wed in 2000 and share two children, separated in 2017 but ultimately rekindled their marriage years later.
Stiller described that time apart as a “wake-up call” that forced him to examine his habits and priorities. “I felt like I was failing,” he admitted, reflecting on how work and personal identity had blurred over time. The separation, however painful, became what he called a “reset button,” allowing both partners to rediscover themselves as individuals before coming back together stronger.
Now reunited, the couple often appears together at events, radiating the easy chemistry fans remember from their early years. Stiller credits the experience with deepening his emotional awareness and his appreciation for partnership. “We chose to come back together because we wanted to,” he said simply.
Their journey — from heartbreak to renewal — serves as a quiet reminder that even Hollywood love stories can find their second act through growth, humility, and grace.
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