George Takei & Brad Altman

Among the many couples who have endured the test of time, George Takei and Brad Altman may be one of the most impressive among them all. The two first met during the ’80s, shortly after he joined a gay club called the Frontrunners, with its members including Altman. Sharing their love of running, the two quickly hit off. Despite their professed love for one another, the general atmosphere during the early years of their relationship meant that they had to make an investment to keep their relationship away from the public view.

However, by the turn of the new millennium, the two started to be more open about their relationship. In 2005, Takei came out of the closet and subsequently made his relationship with Altman public. Three years later, after California lifted the ban on gay marriage, the two finally tied the knot. Since then, the two have remained strong as ever.