Everything Aaron Taylor Johnson 33 and Sam Taylor Johnson 57 Have Said About Marriage Age Gap
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Sam Taylor-Johnson have a timeless love story. They first met when Sam directed Aaron in the 2009 film Nowhere Boy, a biopic about John Lennon. They got married in 2012 and have two children together, Wylda and Romy Hero, born in 2010 and 2012. Aaron also became a stepfather to Sam's children Angelica and Jessie from her previous marriage to art dealer Jay Joplin.
Their relationship has been closely watched by the public due to their significant age gap, but Aaron and Sam pay no mind to the opinions of others.
In an interview for his cover story in Rolling Stone UK in April/May 2024, Aaron shared, "I was already doing what most people do in their twenties when I was just 13. I don't get why people feel the need to rush through life. What's the hurry? I find it strange."
Keep scrolling to hear everything Aaron and Sam have said about their love and age difference:
Slamming Down Critics
Aaron shared in his April/May 2024 Rolling Stone UK cover story that he doesn't comprehend why people rush through things. "What speed is the right way to savor life? It just seems strange to me."
Everything Aaron Taylor Johnson 33 and Sam Taylor Johnson 57 Have Said About Marriage Age Gap
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Working Together on Films
Aaron shared in his cover story with Rolling Stone UK in April/May 2024 that he feels a strong sense of protectiveness towards Sam, which he finds challenging. He also expressed feeling responsible if things don't work out, especially after collaborating on the film A Million Little Pieces in 2019.
Their Unique Bond
Feeling Blessed in Love
Sam expressed in a 2017 interview with the U.K.'s Sunday Times that he was completely sure and passionate about dating their partner. He described finding his soulmate and feeling incredibly fortunate, waking up happy every day and spending every moment together.
Dealing with challenges early in my career has taught me to handle situations better. In a 2017 interview with New York Magazine, Aaron mentioned that he can now quickly brush off things that used to bother him.
Everything Aaron Taylor Johnson 33 and Sam Taylor Johnson 57 Have Said About Marriage Age Gap
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Not ‘Analyzing’ Their Marriage
Aaron expressed to Mr. Porter in 2017 that he feels secure, loved, and safe in his relationship, emphasizing the deep connection and synchronization they share.
Similarly, Sam shared that she prioritizes her own happiness over the opinions of others, noting that her current relationship is more successful and enduring than her previous marriage or those of many of her friends.
Editor's P/S:
Aaron and Sam Taylor-Johnson's love story is truly inspiring, defying societal norms and proving that age is just a number. Their resilience in the face of public scrutiny is admirable, as they have chosen to focus on their deep connection and shared experiences.