Steve Martin Opens Up About His Marriage And Fatherhood Journey

Let me tell you something fascinating. Steve Martin recently shared some heartfelt insights about his life with his wife, Anne Stringfield, and it’s got fans swooning all over again. You know Steve—this guy's not just a comedy legend; he’s also an incredible storyteller who knows how to tug at your heartstrings.

Steve Martin's Journey to True Love

In his latest Apple TV+ documentary, STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces, the 78-year-old actor dives deep into his personal life, showing us a side of himself that’s both vulnerable and endearing. For years, Steve carried the heartache of his divorce from his first wife, Victoria Tennant, back in 1994. But now, he’s reflecting on those experiences with a wisdom that only time can bring.

Reflecting on His First Marriage

Steve talks candidly about his relationship with Victoria Tennant, describing it as something that just kind of happened. “I liked her a lot,” he recalls. “She was funny, amusing, smart, and British. It wasn’t like a whirlwind romance or anything. It was more like, ‘Hey, maybe I should get married.’ And let me tell you, that’s not a great reason to tie the knot. There’s just no way to force love.”

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The Start of Something Special with Anne Stringfield

Steve’s life took a beautiful turn when he met Anne Stringfield, who worked at The New Yorker. Their connection began when Anne was assigned to fact-check one of Steve’s stories. Here’s the cool part—they spent an entire year talking on the phone before they even met in person. “I remember telling my therapist, ‘There’s this woman who keeps sticking in my head,’” Steve shares, highlighting the depth of their connection even before they officially met.

Their marriage in 2007 marked the beginning of a beautiful chapter in Steve’s life. At first, Steve wasn’t entirely sure about having kids. But guess what? Inspiration struck when he was working on Father of the Bride. “Movie fatherhood really paved the way for real fatherhood,” he admits. And then, Diane Keaton’s children played a role too. “I remember sitting there, watching her daughter play outside, and thinking, ‘Yeah, I could totally see myself with a kid running around in the backyard,’” Steve says.

A New Chapter: Fatherhood at 67

In 2012, Steve and Anne welcomed their daughter. To protect her privacy, they chose not to include her in the documentary. But Steve doesn’t shy away from sharing how much fatherhood has enriched his life. “The first time I truly understood love was after our baby was born,” he says. “I looked over at Anne, holding our little one, and there was no one else in the world. Just us. That’s real love.”

A Life Well-Lived

Steve’s life has taken a remarkable path. “You know, my life is completely backward,” he jokes. “I worked my butt off early on, and now I’ve got a happy marriage and an amazing child at this stage of my life. I couldn’t be happier.”