Ice-T and Coco Austin have been holding it down as a power couple since 2002, and fans are still trying to figure out their secret. With over two decades of marriage under their belt, the ‘Law & Order: SVU’ star recently hopped on X to share a lil’ word of advice for keeping his union tight and right. His tweet comes just months after Coco spilled on how often they’re still getting things poppin’ in the bedroom! Whew, here’s the lowdown…
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Ice-T Came With Some Marriage Advice
The ‘I’m Your Pusher’ rapper and Coco first locked eyes in 2001 on a music video set, and by 2002, they were saying “I do.” Fast-forward 23 years, and their love is still giving #CoupleGoals. On Wednesday, August 27, Ice-T took to X to drop a simple but real marriage tip.
“Sometimes people ask me Marriage advice…Cause I’ve been Happily married for 25yrs… My answer? ‘I know how to be married to ‘MY’ wife… Not yours…’ lol,” he posted.
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Ice-T believes that no one-size-fits-all when it comes to love, and learning about your partner is the ultimate secret sauce, y’all.
Social Media Reacts To Ice-T’s Message
The Roomies were all here for the grown folk advice on marriage, with many saying Ice-T’s relationship works because he allows his woman to be herself. Here’s how else people reacted…
@facedimee wrote, “He lets coco be unapologetically herself and that’s one of the most important things in a relationship.”
@savagedoll__ wrote, “He accepts her for her…. I think that may play a big part”
@iamnikita_____ wrote, “He ate that right on up. Ok Ice TEA! 🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽”
@Ashley.brionne wrote, “Giving an answer like that you can only respect it. Learn your partner”
@highbmi_dolls2 wrote, “Coco let that man do whatever he wanted to. She’s not a traditional wife, that’s why.”
@classicmictapesvault wrote, “Real answer 💯 meanwhile it be the single ones who try giving you a whole handbook on what makes a marriage successful”
@jay_maliq wrote, “Exactly. Stop idolizing other’s relationships and use that energy to learn your person.”
@snokz_2.0 wrote, “He pretty much telling ya to learn ya spouse before taken that step!”
Ice-T Recently Spilled On How Often He And Coco Still Get It Poppin’
Coco ain’t shy about keeping it real either, especially when it comes to their bedroom game. In a November 2024 chat with E! News, she spilled all the tea on how she and Ice-T keep the sparks flying after all these years. When asked how often they’re still getting it on, Coco didn’t hesitate. “You have to keep it healthy,” she said, revealing they aim for “three times a week.” Coco shared that they keep things fresh with playful touches like wearing masks and prioritizing date nights together. “We do a lot of date nights, going to dinner, getting dressed up for each other,” she said, adding that Ice-T even picks out her outfits. Talk about keeping it sexy and interesting.
Ice-T And Coco’s Daughter, Chanel, Helped Him Live A Healthier Lifestyle
Meanwhile, Ice-T and Coco’s 7-year-old daughter, Chanel, is more than just their mini-me. She’s a game-changer. In a March 2023 interview with E!, Ice-T credited Chanel with inspiring him to level up his health. “Muhammad Ali said it, he said when a man has a child in the second half of his life, it resets his life,” he shared. At 65, Ice-T said Chanel’s birth pushed him to get in shape and stay active. “I can’t start to slow down,” he said. “Chanel is my new motivation.” From gym sessions to staying focused, Ice-T’s love for his daughter keeps him moving with purpose, proving family is the ultimate fuel in his life.
