AceShowbiz - Kevin Kline and Phoebe Cates are a rare breed in Hollywood: a long-lasting celebrity marriage. Despite being married for over 35 years, they have managed to maintain a strong and private relationship.

According to Kline, their secret lies in not living a "Hollywood marriage," both literally and figuratively. They've never resided in Hollywood, opting instead for the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Additionally, they are both non-celebrity types despite their illustrious careers in acting.

Kline credits Cates with being the cornerstone of their marriage. He describes her as someone with a level head and a strong sense of self, traits that balance out his own more impulsive nature. She is a supportive wife, a dedicated mother, and a constant source of honesty.

The couple met during auditions for "The Big Chill" in 1983 and married in 1989. They have two children, Owen and Greta, whom they raised in their Manhattan home. After their children became school-aged, Cates opted to step back from acting to focus on their clothing boutique in New York City.

Kline believes that the distance from Hollywood and their mutual disinterest in celebrity status have contributed to the longevity of their marriage. By choosing to live a life outside the spotlight, they have avoided the pressures and temptations that often plague Hollywood relationships.

While Kline and Cates may not fit the traditional Hollywood marriage mold, their unwavering commitment to one another and their shared values have allowed them to navigate the challenges of marriage and showbiz for over three decades.