Chip and Joanna Gaines: The 1 Secret That Makes Their Happy Marriage Work

'Fixer Upper' stars Chip and Joanna Gaines are HGTV's happiest couple. Here's the secret Chip revealed that keeps his marriage to Joanna successful.

by Chelsea Leary

Published on June 7, 2018

4 min read

It comes as no surprise that HGTV’s Fixer Upper couple, Chip and Joanna Gaines, have some tricks up their sleeves when it comes to their picture-perfect marriage. Even if you’re not interested in home renovation, it’s worth watching their show just to see them goof off together.

It hasn’t always been an easy road for the couple. The Gaines have revealed just how much hard work their relationship actually takes and what almost ended their marriage — for good. Here are the confessions of Chip and Joanna about their marriage, including the most important secret to keeping it successful (No. 5).

1. They’ve been married for 14 years

Chip and Joanna Gaines have been married for well over a decade. | HGTV

Considering the Gaines have been married for 15 years, their marriage advice shouldn’t be taken lightly. They’ve managed to balance their real lives and professional endeavors, all while becoming some of the biggest names in HGTV’s history.

On top of all this, they’re raising four children together: Drake, Ella, Duke, and Emmie. Fixer Upper regularly shows glimpses into their family life, where it’s apparent how much their children look up to them.

Next: They each have this important characteristic.