When Colin Firth and his wife of 20 years, Livia Giuggioli, made a surprise appearance at the London premiere of his latest film, The Mercy, on February 6, they looked as solid and united as ever. So, it was quite the shock when the Oscar-winning actor and Italian film producer revealed they'd been working hard to repair their marriage after hitting a rough patch. “A few years ago, Colin and Livia privately decided to separate,” their representative said in a statement. But here's the twist: they've since reunited. “During that time, Livia briefly had a fling with a former friend, Marco Brancaccia,” the spokesperson added. Despite the challenges, Colin, 57, and Livia, 48, are committed to making their marriage work. They’ve faced challenges, but their bond remains strong.
Let’s be honest, folks, relationships aren’t always sunshine and roses. Colin and Livia have one of the longest-lasting marriages in Hollywood, and Colin has openly admitted that they put in the work. “You just navigate things on a daily basis,” he said. He also shared, “We are crazy about each other.” While the couple has accused Italian journalist Marco Brancaccia of “a frightening campaign of harassment” (a claim he denies), they’re clearly focused on keeping their marriage strong. They’ve weathered the storm and are determined to keep their family intact.
A Marriage Built on Trust and Dedication

Colin and his wife, Livia.
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“Colin is a very supportive husband,” an insider exclusively told Closer Weekly. Colin has admitted that every relationship requires care and attention. “There’s a marathon factor to it,” he said. For a couple as private as Colin and Livia, having their troubles become public was undoubtedly painful, but they have a strong foundation to lean on. They met in 1995 on the set of the BBC series Nostromo in Colombia, and Colin has said he was instantly smitten. “I was on the steps of a church in this ancient city, and I saw her coming through the crowd, and it was a bolt to the heart,” he recalled. “I couldn’t move.” Two years later, they tied the knot, and now they have two sons, Luca, 16, and Matteo, 14.
Through Thick and Thin: Supporting Each Other
While neither Colin nor Livia is particularly vocal about their love, they’ve always presented a united front in public. “Colin has backed his wife in her business endeavors and been there when she needed him,” the insider noted. Their bond is built on mutual respect and support. Colin and Livia have navigated the ups and downs of their careers while maintaining a close-knit family. Their love story is a testament to the fact that even the strongest relationships need nurturing. Through it all, they’ve shown that they’re committed to each other and their family.


