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Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love

In honor of their 11th wedding anniversary, we're looking at The Carters' most lovey-dovey moments.
Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love
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By Jasmine Grant · Updated October 23, 2020

Nearly two decades and three children later, Jay Z and Beyoncé are as crazy in love today as they were when they first met.

The ’03 Bonnie and Clyde have evolved both professionally and personally. Despite the trials and tribulations in the marriage, which they’ve both been open about in their music, The Carters have emerged stronger and wiser. In honor of their 11-year anniversary today, here’s a look at eleven favorite photos chronicling their love story.

01
4ever
Jay Z and Beyoncé wed in a private ceremony at their 13,500-square-foot penthouse in New York City on April 4, 2008. Since then, four has been a significant number for the couple. They’ve even gotten the roman numerals tattooed on both of their ring fingers.
Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love
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02
“My Wife Beyoncé, I Brag Different”
Yeah, we see what you mean Jay.
Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love
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03
“We Be All Night!”
The artists put on a wet and wild performance of “Drunk In Love” at the 2014 GRAMMY Awards and, as always, their chemistry was on 100.
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04
Family First
Mom and dad shared a kiss as Queen Bey received her honor at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards. Blue Ivy is her biggest cheerleader!
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05
Make a Wish
The Carters looked picture perfect in all white at Solange and Alan Ferguson’s wedding.
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06
Me, You + 2
Jay and Bey were beaming with pride at the 59th GRAMMY Awards, awaiting the birth of their twins Rumi and Sir.
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07
Everything Is Love
After years speculation and requests from their fans, The Carters put out their first joint album Everything Is Love last year.
Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love
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08
On The Run and In Love
During an interview with Oprah, Beyoncé said, “I would not be the woman I am if I did not go home to that man. It gives me such a foundation.”
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09
True Homies
The Carters share a relationship/friendship all wrapped in one. In fact, they were friends for a year and a half before they started dating officially.
Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love
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10
“I Do” All Over Again
On The Run II tour footage captured by fans and shared on social media shows the Carters seemingly renewing their vows, most likely in honor of their 10th anniversary.
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11 Down, A Lifetime To Go!
Happy Anniversary to the Carters!
Happy Anniversary to the Carters! 11 Photos of Beyoncé and Jay Z Looking Crazy In Love
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