- Viola Davis is known as a phenomenal actress for her work how to get away with murder, fences, more.
- She is married to actor Julius Tennon.
- The starlet has won a Golden Globe Award for her performance queen At the 2023 Awards Ceremony.
Viola Davis When Julius Tennon‘s marriage has a spiritual backstory — frankly, it could be the plot of a romance movie. It’s been a year.the couple adopted her daughter genesis, 12 years old, dating back to 2011, completed a family of three. Since then, Viola and Julius have become one of Hollywood’s most formidable A-list couples, supporting each other on and off the red carpet.Most recently, Viola won her Golden Globe for her performance in the hit movie. Nominated for an award. queen, Julius will likely hit the red carpet with his wife to endorse her nomination at a ceremony on January 10, 2023.
It was by cosmic destiny that Julius entered Viola’s life. As her story progresses, the actress found her life partner through her prayers. “I was the loneliest woman in the world and someone said, ‘You should pray for her husband,'” she said. 6 pages “I said I wanted a big black man from the south who looked like a football player. He already had kids and maybe had been married before.” I met with
Enter: Julius, the guy who literally checked every box. Former college football player. Originally from Texas. Married before. adult child. Here’s what you need to know about Viola’s answers to prayers.
Viola Davis and Julius Tennon
Viola married Julius in June 2003. The two have a daughter, Genesis. oprah daily Julius reportedly was previously married and shared two children Shevonda46, and Duriel, 43, with ex-partner. Julius is an actor and producer who has appeared in films such as: dazed and confused When batman v superman the birth of justice. He has also had a notable television career, appearing in friday night lights, moesha, criminal mindsand even his wife’s how to get away with murderHis pre-Hollywood life is equally impressive. University of TulsaJulius became the first African-American to graduate from the university’s theater department.
How did Viola and Julius meet?
No surprise here, Viola and Julius met on the set of the CBS series in Hollywood. city of angels 1999.the actress said Instyle that last November she was immediately attracted to Julius. “I felt like it was ‘really cute'” in a joint interview with OWN black love In 2017, Julius remembered the day he asked Viola out on a date. “I overheard her talking to the girl in front of her. ‘I hate LA and I don’t know anyone.’ She was kind of grumbling.” He said. “I was dating a girl who was a bit of a monster, but I was like, ‘She seems like a nice lady. She doesn’t know anyone. I’m kinda ready to meet someone else. So, At the end of the day, I gave her my card.”
Viola later said, “My life got better after my first date with Julius. My anxiety disappeared, my fear disappeared. He made my life better.”
Viola Davis Past Relationships
Not much is known about it, considering she and her husband have been married for decades. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom The star’s previous relationships.in an interview with her InstyleHowever, Viola joked that she tried to pick up a man at the bookstore before Julius. “My life changed for the better the moment I met her husband,” she said. She said, “She thought we were going on a date before I met him, but he didn’t know what he was doing. She was told to go to Barnes and Noble on Columbus Circle.” rice field [in New York] Because they said that’s how to pick up a man. She went on to say, “I put on makeup, but it didn’t work. At the end, I remember someone saying, ‘Viola, find someone who loves you.'” Then I met her husband. I found someone who loves me that’s it. “
Viola Davis’ best moments with her husband
Viola and Julius, Valentine’s Day Weekend 2016 renewed marriage vows For an elegant ceremony in front of your loved ones. actress’ how to get away with murder Co-star Matt McGorry, Jack FalaheeWhen Kara Souza was also present. Viola shared the speech in a Facebook video, in which she declared: This really makes life. If I had to look back on my life, this would be the moment and I would say, ‘Well done.
The happy couple celebrated their marriage last month 18th wedding anniversary“Happy 18th Anniversary darling!!” Viola captioned an Instagram tribute on June 23. “I love Julius”. And the year before, Viola gave us a rare glimpse of her 17th wedding anniversary (above) wedding day with snapshots of the big day and vow renewals. Sweet and made my heart bigger,” the actress captioned the post. I’ve got the right person!!!!” Happy anniversary, my love… the best is yet to come. ”
Advance
After 20 years, we can only assume that Viola and Julius have much more in store.in an interview with Glamour In 2015, Viola reflected on her marriage, citing a mythologist Joseph Campbell. “It was Joseph Campbell who said. [something like]I know it’s probably taboo in 2015, but really, you die to yourself,” Viola thought. It’s for the whole.My marriage enriches my life.It’s more important than my career, more important than anything.I have to prioritize it.”
The actress wrote a memoir about her marriage and what the next chapter of her life with Julius will be like. find me, released in April 2022, provided more insight into Viola’s life. It chronicles her life and her illustrious career from her childhood poverty in her home state of Rhode Island to becoming an award-winning actress. “I believe our stories, and the courage to share them, are the most powerful empathy tools we have.” This is my story…not a straight chaser.
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