If we know anything to be true, it’s that Black love always wins.
And as far as happily married couples go, Larenz Tate and his longtime wife Tomasina Tate’s love has proven to stand Hollywood’s test of time.
The adorable, yet goofy teen in Inkwell glowed up to be sultry, forever bae Darius Lovehall in Love Jones, and ever since then, fans have always had a special place in their hearts for the Girls Tripactor.
But only his truest fans know just how deep his love runs for Mrs. Tate, (owner of a popular California-based bake shop) and their three sweet boys, as evidenced by this adorable timeline of their love story.
01
2004
The lovebirds were picture perfect on the red carpet just two years before officially tying the knot.
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02
2005
During the NAACP Image Awards in 2005, the soon-to-be Tates arrived wearing matching smiles.
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03
2005
Wondering if Larenz is as romantic in real life as his famous character Darius Hall was in Love Jones? Absolutely. While the actor doesn’t publicly share photos with his wife often, he never has a problem singing her praises on the red carpet.
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04
2006
Just a few months before officially becoming Mr. and Mrs. Tate, Larenz and Tomasina were absolutely glowing on the red carpet at the Writers Guild of America Awards in New York City.
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05
2006
Larenz and Tomasina were married on November 30, 2006.
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06
2006
The Tates welcomed the birth of their first born, son Miles Xavier Tate, 10, on July 29, 2006.
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07
2010
In 2010, the proud parents and humble couple made an appearance in Los Angeles and looked as happy as ever while arriving side-by-side.
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08
2010
After welcoming their second son, Zander Tate, 8, in 2008, the couple were spotted out and about in Los Angeles.
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09
2012
Is it just us or do the Tates seem to be aging in reverse?
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10
2012
Larenz and his beautiful wife Tomasina (maiden name Parrott) attend a private dinner for Kevin Hart on New Year’s Eve 2012 in Los Angeles.
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11
2014
The Tates at the 2014 BET Awards ceremony.
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12
2014
Love looks good on Larenz and Tomasina, who always show up red carpet ready.
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13
2015
The Tates, and their three beautiful children, call California home.
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14
2015
The Tates hit the red carpet before heading out for a dinner date.
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15
2017
Ten years strong and looking happier than ever before. Glasses up as we toast to their picture-perfect love.
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16
2019
The couple stun in black at the 50th NAACP Image Awards.
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17
2020
The couple, looking as youthful as they did back in ’96, are all color and smiles in the DR.
