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Nothing" (viaThe Telegraph).

The two married in 2001 and share two daughters, Rowan and Grier (viaPeople).

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Here’s a look into Brooke Shields' relationship with Chris Henchy.

Henchy made a strong impression on Shields instantly.

Shields appreciated how thoughtful and funny Henchy was.

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The details around their wedding have been a bit hush-hush and mysterious.

Through it all, Henchy remained by her side and supported her, using his trademark humor.

After trying artificial insemination, the couple moved onto in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments.

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They have two daughters

Thankfully,Brooke Shieldsand Chris Henchy’s fertility struggles had a happy ending.

I mean, I was flattened by it.

I was devastated by it."

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“[He] burst into tears.

He said, ‘What is wrong with you?

You don’t sing to the baby.

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You don’t even look at the baby.'”

After speaking with her doctor, she was soon prescribed antidepressants.

Just try.'"

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Their daughters also did away with their privilege and had their first summer jobs in 2020.

Shields toldNBCthat she and Henchy have to have date nights to keep their marriage strong.

Sometimes it’s just grabbing an hour in the morning and being together.

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“I was like, ‘just, let’s just go have coffee out on the porch.’

He got the paper, and we went and sat out, and he had his glasses.

I said, ‘Look at us, Grandpa!’

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It maybe lasted 45 minutes before life came back at us.”

At the same time, Shields and Henchy understand that absence does make the heart grow fonder.

She also swore by “separate sinks” in the bathroom.

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But it’s clear that Shields and Henchy love being around each other.

“He’s extremely patient and ridiculously funny,” she gushed toGood Housekeeping.

“And he has the ability to approach situations head-on and not let things fester …

I’m lucky I have an amazing husband.”

Of the occasion, Shields wrote onInstagram, “My unique and extraordinary baby girl spreading her wings.

I love you so.

We are so proud of you.”

Shields toldPeoplethat if she’s missing clothing, she knows it’s her daughter.

But she also mentioned how the girls have a soft spot for Henchy.

“Their dad is kind of their first love,” Shields said.

“There’s something in that.”