Let’s talk about love, folks. Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid’s relationship is the kind of story that feels like it’s straight out of a rom-com. Four years after getting engaged, the Friends star opened up to People magazine about how she sees her bond with the Snow Patrol musician. And guess what? She doesn’t need a piece of paper or a big ceremony to prove it. "I’m married in my heart," she said, and honestly, who wouldn’t want that kind of connection?

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What Happens When Labels Don’t Define Love

At the Irish Arts Center Spirit of Ireland Gala in NYC on October 19, both Courteney, 54, and Johnny, 42, gave us a glimpse into their love story. When the gala program referred to Johnny as Courteney’s husband, he didn’t flinch. Instead, he told People that labels like "husband" are just that—labels. When asked if they’d had an official ceremony, Johnny responded with pure charm, saying, “we have one every morning when we look at each other.” Can you feel the warmth? Johnny added, “My thoughts are never without Court. She’s my best friend, my partner in everything. Writing her poems is just an extension of how I feel every second anyway.”

A Journey Through Love and Rekindling Romance

Courteney and Johnny started dating in January 2014 and were engaged by June the same year. But life isn’t always smooth sailing, and the couple faced challenges. They parted ways in late 2015, reportedly due to differing views on where to live—Johnny wanted to return to the UK, while Courteney was reluctant to leave LA. However, love found its way back. In April 2016, they were spotted reuniting with a kiss at London’s Heathrow Airport, reigniting their romance. Johnny once told People, “I don’t know if you can put a label on what makes us work, but I know I’ve never loved like I love this woman. If that’s enough, then that’s enough.”