Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have long been known for their playful banter and candid glimpses into married life, but a recent revelation from Teigen has sparked a fresh round of curiosity—and a few laughs—about just how they keep their marriage thriving after nearly two decades together. On January 23, 2026, while dazzling on the red carpet at a “Star Search” event, Teigen shared her unconventional secret: a little mystery goes a long way, even after years of partnership and parenting four children.
Speaking to E! News at the Netflix-hosted event, Teigen, 40, didn’t shy away from poking fun at herself. “For all he knows, I have never farted or pooped,” she quipped, her signature wit on full display. “You got to keep the sexy and preserve the sexy in a little bit of ways. I won’t say that John necessarily does that all the time, but I make sure that I do.” According to LADbible, Teigen’s lighthearted confession was more than just a joke—it offered a glimpse into the couple’s approach to intimacy, privacy, and the everyday realities of married life.
Teigen and Legend’s relationship began back in 2006, when the pair met on the set of his music video for Stereo. They tied the knot in 2013, and since then, their family has grown to include Luna (9), Miles (7), and twins Esti and Wren (both 2). Their journey, marked by both public adoration and personal challenges, has been chronicled openly—often with humor and humility—across interviews, social media, and the occasional red carpet quip.
But beneath the playful exterior lies a deeper philosophy about partnership. As reported by The Jasmine Brand, Teigen emphasized that “keeping the sexy in little ways” is part of their relationship strategy. It’s not just about hiding the less glamorous moments, but about intentionally nurturing the romantic spark, even as the demands of parenthood and public life pile up. Teigen’s approach, she explained, isn’t prescriptive for everyone, but it works for her—and, apparently, for Legend.
Legend and Teigen, both celebrated in their own rights—he as an EGOT-winning musician, she as a model, TV personality, and cookbook author—have often credited their longevity to growth, communication, and a willingness to face life’s ups and downs together. “I think it’s really important to be complete partners in crime,” Teigen previously shared with Well+Good, as cited by LADbible. “I love the mentality of ‘us against the world.’ Even when you have kids, never forget your relationship as partners and lovers—that’s so important.”
Of course, the realities of marriage aren’t always glamorous. Teigen has admitted, with characteristic candor, that maintaining the partnership sometimes means putting in effort even when it’s not easy. “Sometimes I don’t want to make John feel good and I’m sure he has the same with me, but it’s my keen advice to do it anyway,” she said, striking a chord with couples everywhere who know that love and commitment often require a bit of work—and a sense of humor.
The couple’s commitment to each other was reaffirmed in 2023, during a romantic vow renewal ceremony in Lake Como, Italy—the same picturesque locale where they originally wed. According to LADbible, the event was attended by family, friends, and, of course, their four children. Teigen recalled the emotional moment to E! News: “We arrived at the hotel in a boat. I looked over at him, and he was like, his eyes were like, filled with water. It was amazing. It was so beautiful.”
But even the most heartfelt moments aren’t immune to the playful teasing that defines the Teigen-Legend household. Teigen joked about her children’s reactions to their parents’ public displays of affection, saying they were “disgusted” by the loved-up scene. “Everything’s like, [plugs her ears] la-la-la-la-la,” she laughed, painting a relatable picture for any parent whose kids cringe at a kiss or a hug.
The couple’s decision to write their own vows for the renewal was particularly meaningful for Teigen, who admitted, “We were like, well, we’re gonna rewrite them and say them because I have a big hang-up that I didn’t write my own vows [at our wedding], because I was so nervous and just insecure and stuff so I didn’t. So that’s been like a big regret of mine. So if anything it was a chance to redo it and be with people we love, and it worked.” The moment, as reported by LADbible, was both a do-over and a celebration of how far they’ve come together.
Teigen’s willingness to share both the silly and the sentimental has made her a relatable figure for many. Her comments about “preserving the sexy” have sparked conversations about privacy, intimacy, and the ways couples navigate the less glamorous aspects of daily life. While some might find the idea of hiding bathroom habits from a partner old-fashioned or unnecessary, others see it as a lighthearted way to keep a bit of mystery alive—especially when life with four young children can feel anything but mysterious.
Her fellow “Star Search” co-star, Sarah Michelle Gellar, even chimed in during the red carpet chat, revealing that having separate bathrooms has helped sustain her own 22-year marriage to Freddie Prinze Jr. It’s a reminder that every couple finds their own path to lasting love, whether through shared rituals, private jokes, or, yes, a bit of strategic bathroom etiquette.
As parents, Teigen and Legend have been open about the joys and challenges of raising their four children. Their family life, often shared with fans on social media, includes everything from silly dance parties to heartfelt discussions about loss and resilience. Through it all, the couple has remained steadfast in their commitment to growing together, even as their roles and responsibilities evolve.
Reflecting on their journey, Teigen and Legend have credited not just romance, but real partnership as the glue that holds them together. “Growth, communication, and navigating both joy and hardship together” form the foundation of their relationship, as The Jasmine Brand reported. Their story, marked by both everyday moments and grand gestures, offers a window into what it takes to sustain love in the spotlight—and perhaps a gentle reminder that a little mystery, and a lot of laughter, can go a long way.
For Teigen, preserving the allure in her marriage isn’t about pretending to be perfect—it’s about choosing, day after day, to nurture the connection that brought her and Legend together in the first place. Whether it’s skipping the bathroom talk or rewriting wedding vows, their approach is uniquely their own, and it’s kept them going strong for nearly 20 years.
In a world where celebrity relationships often make headlines for all the wrong reasons, Teigen and Legend’s blend of honesty, humor, and a dash of mystery stands out. Their story, at once ordinary and extraordinary, reminds us that love—no matter how public or private—thrives on both the little secrets and the big moments shared.