A photo taken on January 1, 1985, captured Ann-Margret and Roger Smith in a beautiful moment. The Hollywood couple looked amazing and charming as they attended a high-profile event.
Ann-Margret, known for her lively performances and classic beauty, looked lovely in a gown with gold accents. Her bright smile and soft, wavy hair framed her face perfectly, making her stand out. The lace and shimmering silk of her dress highlighted her great fashion sense and made her the center of attention.
Roger Smith looked handsome and stylish beside her in a black tuxedo, paired with a white shirt and bow tie. His calm demeanor and warm smile reflected his own success as an actor and producer.
Fans have always been intrigued by the couple’s story. Their relationship, which started in the 1960s, grew into a strong and lasting love.
Roger Smith, famous for his role in the TV show “77 Sunset Strip,” became Ann-Margret’s biggest supporter.
In return, Ann-Margret stood by his side when he was diagnosed with the neuromuscular disease, myasthenia gravis, showing the strength and love that defined their relationship.
This picture, taken when both were at the height of their careers, shows more than just elegance and grace. It highlights their supportive relationship and the love that helped them overcome many challenges. Roger’s steady gaze and Ann-Margret’s calm presence reflect their close bond both personally and professionally.
The rich green curtains add to the royal feel of the photo, making it more than just a snapshot—it’s a portrait of Hollywood royalty. The timeless beauty of Ann-Margret and Roger Smith in this image celebrates their enduring love and their influence in the entertainment world.
Ann-Margret’s Amazing 50-Year Love Story with Husband Roger Smith
Ann-Margret says by the third date with her husband, 77 Sunset Strip star Roger Smith, she knew he was the one.
“I knew he would protect me. I knew that I could depend on him. I sensed it completely,” she tells PEOPLE.
On May 8, the couple will celebrate their 50th anniversary, and Ann-Margret, 75, says the secret to their long-lasting relationship is laughter.
“We laugh at ourselves. We get into weird situations. If you can’t laugh at yourself you are in trouble. We laugh before everyone else does,” she says of Smith, 84.
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Yet, on their wedding day in 1967, the Swedish-born actress, who previously dated Elvis, was doing more crying than laughing. The couple eloped to Las Vegas, and Margret says the room they exchanged vows in was filled with cigarette smoke and far from glamorous.
“This is not the way I envisioned my wedding,” she says. “I think everyone thought I was pregnant because I was crying though the whole thing. But we did it!”
The couple have also had their share of ups and downs, including her near-fatal fall from a 22-ft. platform while performing in 1972 — and his 1980 diagnosis of myasthenia gravis, a nerve-and-muscle disorder.
But the Swedish-born singer and actress, 75, who will next be seen in the heist comedy Going in Style, says there is another reason why they have stayed together so long.
“It’s very simple actually,” she says. “We both want it to work.”