30 Years Together: The Love Story of Pierce Brosnan and His Wife Keely Shaye Smith

They always appear together at social events and are not shy about showing their affection for one another.

Irish actor, one of the most famous portrayals of James Bond, Pierce Brosnan, and his wife, Keely Shaye Smith, are celebrating the 30th anniversary of their acquaintance. Keely herself shared this on her Instagram.

“April 8, 1994, was my happy day. Did I know that by stepping around the corner and entering your life, I would change my destiny forever?” Mrs. Brosnan recalls lovingly. “I thank my lucky stars that I had the courage to meet you, and I will always be grateful for the family we remain three decades later. Happy 30th!”

Pierce Brosnan tenderly responded in the comments: “Thank God for you, my dear Keely; you gave me wings to fly. I love you very much.” Pierce Brosnan can be seen as the perfect husband. His acting talent and charm are not the only things that deserve admiration; it’s also how loving and devoted he is to his wife.

Pierce Brosnan's personal life is vastly different from the stories of most other Hollywood heartthrobs. The actor has been married twice, both times out of strong mutual love. However, his first wife, Australian actress Cassandra Harris, passed away in 1991 from cancer. She was the one who insisted that Pierce audition for the role of James Bond. Brosnan adopted two of her children from a previous marriage, and they had a son together, Sean Brosnan. Three years later, in 1994, Pierce Brosnan met Keely Shaye Smith. In 1997, they welcomed their first son, Dylan Brosnan, and in 2001, their second son, Paris Beckett Brosnan. That same year, Pierce and Keely Shaye got married and have been inseparable ever since. They always appear together at social events and are not shy about showing their affection for one another.

Secrets of Their Marriage

Pierce and Keely attribute the success of their marriage to a few simple but important principles. Firstly, it is open communication. They always support each other, discussing all the issues and challenges they face. Secondly, it is spending quality time together. The couple tries to find time for shared activities, from traveling to common hobbies, which helps strengthen their bond. They also highly value a sense of humor and the ability to laugh together, which helps them overcome difficulties.

Pierce and Keely Shaye are involved in charitable projects aimed at environmental protection and raising awareness about ecological issues.