Decades of Love: Emilio Estefan on Why Gloria Still Takes His Breath Away

Let’s talk about love—real, lasting love. Emilio Estefan has been married to the incomparable Gloria Estefan for over four decades. That’s right, folks, more than 42 years of pure devotion, admiration, and mutual respect. And guess what? After all this time, Emilio still can’t stop raving about how attractive and inspiring his wife is. Now, that’s a love story worth hearing!

At the New York Women in Film & Television Muse Awards on December 10, the 66-year-old music icon opened up exclusively to Closer Weekly about why Gloria remains the light of his life. "Gloria, what you see is what you get," Emilio said with heartfelt admiration. "She doesn’t do anything that she doesn’t want to do. She’s been honest all the way from the beginning—with her music, with her family. It’s not about being sexy or trying to be something you’re not. To me, it’s important that women are respected for the quality of their work, not because they’re showing off or trying too hard. In the long run, those efforts don’t last. You know, you can be sexy without even trying. And honestly, Gloria is the sexiest woman in the world to me."

Four Decades Later: The Magic Still Shines

When you’ve been married for over 42 years, you know you’ve done something right. Emilio Estefan knows this all too well, and he’s quick to share his thoughts on the beauty of their enduring relationship. "We’ve been married over 42 years," he said with a smile that radiated pure joy. "It’s a beautiful thing when you get married—not only feeling like you married the right person, but realizing that marrying them makes life even better. It’s like finding your perfect partner and then realizing they exceed every expectation you ever had."

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A Special Award for a Legendary Woman

Gloria Estefan was honored at the event, and Emilio couldn’t be prouder. "Gloria usually gets a lot of offers to receive awards," Emilio explained, "but I think this is a special one. Women need to be recognized for everything they’ve achieved in the music business, on television, and in film. They shouldn’t have to stay quiet anymore. That’s what I’m so proud of. Today will be a special day, and I hope it especially inspires Latino women, who often face unique challenges. You know, they might come with a different attitude, thinking they can’t do it. But this award proves that they can! In my book, I wrote that women are a lot smarter than men, and guess what? I did well!"

The Secret Behind 42 Years of Success

So, how do they do it? How does a couple stay together for over 42 years in a world that often tears people apart? Gloria once revealed the secret behind their long-lasting relationship. "There’s a lot of deep respect, and we’re very supportive of each other," the Grammy-winning artist told Closer in another exclusive interview. "We want each other to succeed and try to do everything to help that happen. It’s not just about love—it’s about partnership, understanding, and mutual support."