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EXCLUSIVE: Happy 10th Anniversary Boris, Love Nicole

Today Hollywood “It” couple Nicole Ari Parker and Boris Kodjoe celebrate 10 years of marital bliss. To celebrate, the Mrs. is sharing her favorite marriage moments thus far and a few heartfelt words from her heart to his. Read her special anniversary message for Mr. Kodjoe!

By As Told to Charli Penn · May 21, 2015October 27, 2020
01
Selfie!

These lovebirds make happily-ever-after look effortless. To celebrate their 10th anniversary, Nicole Ari Parker has this special letter (in German here, and English on the next slide!) for her husband, Boris Kodjoe:

Du bist ALLES
Was die Korinther sagten du könntest sein.
Geduldig
Liebenswürdig
Neidlos
Prahlst nicht
Bescheiden
Nicht einfach zu verärgern
Bist nicht nachtragend.
Du beschützt, vertraust und bist beharrlich.
Du bist ALLES, was deine Fans denken, dass du es bist.
Lächerlich gut.
Mit Klamotten.
Ohne.
Passt auf unsere Kinder auf.
Bist gut zu deiner Frau.
Respektierst deine Mutter.
Hast dein Geschäft im Griff.
Du bist ALLES; was ich mir je erhofft habe
Stark.
Tiefgründig.
Liebenswürdig.
Mit deinem Geist verbunden.
Lustig.
Riechst gut. (unglaublich)
Reisepartner
Auf das bedacht, was wirklich zählt.
Versorger.
Guter Vater.
König.
Zusammen haben wir ein Jahrzehnt mit
Lachen und Abenteuern gefüllt,
Tränen und Versuchen,
Kindern und Chaos,
Tiefen Verbindungen und Kommunikationspannen,
Frittiertem Hühnchen und Schnitzel…
Uns gegenseitig stützend und den Rücken freihaltend, auf dem ganzen Weg.
Ich bin gesegnet, dass ich dich in diesen letzten 10 Jahren meinen Ehemann nennen durfte
Und ich bin höchst bereit für die nächsten 10.
Ehrlich, Wahnsinnig, Zutiefst
deine Nicole.

(This was just for Boris, but read all of the sweetness in English on the flip!)

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
02
10 Years Of Greatness

And, now…in English!

You are EVERYTHING
Corinthians said it would be.
Patient
Kind
Free of envy
Does not boast
Humble
Not easily angered
Keeping no record of wrongs.
You protect, trust and persevere.


You are EVERYTHING your fans think you are.
Ridiculously fine.
With clothes.
Without.
Takes care of his kids.
Good to his wife.
Respects his Mama.
Handles his business.

You are EVERYTHNG I ever hoped for
Strong.
Deep.
Kind.
Connected to his Spirit.
Funny.
Smells good. (heyy)
Travel companion
Focused on what matters.
Provider.
Good father.
King.

Together we have filled a decade with
Laughter and adventure,
Tears and trials,
Kids and chaos,
Deep connections and communication breakdowns,
Fried Chicken and schnitzel…
Holding each other up and having each other’s back all along the way.
I am so blessed to call you my husband for these past 10 years
and I am so ready for 10 more.

Truly, Madly, Deeply

Your Nicole.

Getty Images
03
Instant Sparks

“Pre girlfriend/boyfriend hug.”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
04
The Magic Moments

“Teri and Damon the moment before the love scene…She had to get herself together.”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
05
Awards Show Bliss

“We just got back from Paris and we’re at the BET awards. You had just proposed and I was fake posing showing off the magnificent ring you gave me.”

Getty Images
06
Our Wedding

“Yes Lawd I Do. Thank You Jesus!”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
07
Dancing The Night Away

“We have danced many dances at many after parties making many faces, as married people tend to do.”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
08
Heating Up The Emmys

“The only thing I remember was how good you smelled…”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
09
A Dream Team

“We started a small business together to help people on the fitness journey.”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
10
Our Sweet Family Moments

“Safari!”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
11
My Man

“This is what happens when you marry a black German.”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
12
Good Times

“We’ve signed a lot of stuff. LOL!”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
13
New Chapters

“Sophie gave our lives new meaning.”

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker
14
Their Next Big Move

Can’t get enough of their love? Nicole and Boris Kodjoe’s new talk show, The Boris and Nicole Show premieres on July 6th on select Fox television stations. Follow the show on Twitter and Facebook for more details. (Also @BorisandNicole on IG) Congrats you two!

Courtesy of Nicole Ari Parker

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