> At a Glance
> – Cary Elwes credits “living in gratitude” for his 25-year marriage to Lisa Marie Elwes
> – The couple met at a 1991 Malibu chili cook-off and share 18-year-old daughter Dominique
> – Their home was destroyed in the 2025 California wildfires, but they celebrated their silver anniversary and Dominique’s college enrollment
> – Why it matters: Shows how celebrity couples navigate long-term relationships amid career demands and personal tragedies
Cary Elwes has revealed the simple philosophy that sustained his quarter-century marriage after meeting his wife at a carnival ride 34 years ago.
The Foundation
The Princess Bride star told News Of Los Angeles that “living in gratitude” keeps his relationship with Lisa Marie strong. “I think that’s a very important part of our relationship, not just for each other, but for what we have,” the 63-year-old actor explained.
The couple’s journey began at the 1991 Malibu Chili Cook-Off where carnival rides and live music set the stage for their first encounter.
> Elwes recalled their first ride together: “I told her right after, I said, ‘This is pretty much how it’s going to be. It’s going to be a crazy ride.'”
Family First Philosophy
The Dead Man’s Wire actor prioritizes family time with Lisa Marie and their daughter Dominique, 18, who recently started college studying film.
“I need to be with my family. My family are who I am,” Elwes stated. “On the set, as soon as they yell ‘Cut!’ and send me home, I’m bereft without my family.”
Key family milestones:
- 25th wedding anniversary celebrated in June 2025
- Dominique graduated high school and began film studies
- Lost their home in January 2025 California wildfires
- Daughter visits frequently despite being in college
Passing the Torch
Elwes beams with pride as Dominique follows his footsteps into filmmaking.
> The proud father said: “She’s already made her first short movie. I’m really proud of her. She’s the best production I’ll ever do.”
His advice to his aspiring filmmaker daughter remains simple: “Just be yourself and the rest will follow.”
Key Takeaways
- Elwes believes gratitude sustains long-term relationships
- The actor refuses extended time away from family during filming
- Their marriage survived both celebration and tragedy in 2025
- Dominique is pursuing film career with her father’s full support
- Elwes predicts his daughter will surpass his own stardom
The couple’s 25-year journey proves that even Hollywood marriages can thrive with gratitude, family priorities, and embracing life’s “crazy ride” together.
