Couples are made in heaven, but it is the responsibility of married couples to keep the relationship going. People cannot live for 86 years, but the American couple remained married for longer than that.

World's Longest Marriage: It is said that as easy as it is to get married, it is equally difficult to maintain it. This relationship rests on a delicate thread, if not handled properly, it breaks. In the present times, cases of divorce, breakup and separation are increasing, due to which many youths are afraid of getting tied in this sacred bond. In such a situation, some married couples definitely raise hopes, do you know who holds the world record of living together as a husband and wife.

longest lasting marriage

According to the Guinness World Record, the longest lasting marriage is between the American couple Herbert Fisher and his wife Zelmyra Fisher. This married couple stayed together for 86 years and 290 days. This togetherness ended when Mr. Fisher died on 27 February 2011, then Miss Fisher also passed away in 2013. Let us tell you that the husband was born in 1905 and the wife was born in 1907.

childhood love

Herbert and Zelmira were childhood friends and grew up together in North Carolina, USA. They got married on 13 May 1924, when Herbert was 18 and Zelmira was 16. The couple witnessed the Great Depression and World War II with their own eyes during their married life. In 2010, the then US President Barack Obama also praised them and sent them a handwritten letter.

The secret of this successful marriage 

Once in response to a question asked on Twitter, this couple said, "We are lifelong friends and our marriage is for life." When they were asked what is the secret of this long lasting marriage, they said, "There is no secret of our marriage, we did what was necessary for each other and our family."

'I haven't thought about divorce'

Herbert and Zelmyra's relationship has grown stronger and more secure with each passing day. "Divorce has never been an option for us, nor have we considered it," he said. The best advice the couple has received about marriage is, "Respect each other, support each other, communicate. Be trustworthy, honest and true."

How many children did you have?

Well, we have talked about married life, but do you know what was the most beautiful outcome of this record breaking marriage. Herbert and Zelmyra Fisher left behind 5 children, 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.