Introduction
Barry Gibb and his beloved wife, Linda Gray, have shared a remarkable journey together, celebrating over five decades of marriage.
Their enduring relationship stands as a shining example of lasting love and devotion. Linda has been a source of inspiration behind some of the Bee Gees’ most heartfelt songs, including classics like Words and, most notably, Let There Be Love, which Barry dedicated to her.
A woman of grace and strength, Linda is as captivating as she is supportive. Her beauty was recognized early on when she was crowned Miss Edinburgh in 1967 — a title that perfectly reflects the elegance she continues to embody today.
It was during that very year that Linda first crossed paths with Barry — a meeting that sparked an instant connection and a love that blossomed almost immediately.
Three years later, on September 1, 1970, the couple exchanged vows in a beautiful ceremony at Caxton Hall in London. From that day forward, they have stood by each other’s side, weathering life’s highs and lows together with unwavering devotion.
In a 2017 appearance on Piers Morgan: Life Stories, Barry opened up about the secret to their enduring marriage, sharing: “We tend to laugh a lot at everything around us, far more than we ever dwell on anything that might make us unhappy.”
Barry Gibb reveals his secret behind 54-year marriage to “special” wife Linda – Smooth
During his candid conversation with Piers Morgan, Barry Gibb opened up about various aspects of his life and career. Naturally, the discussion turned to his long-lasting marriage and the unforgettable moment he first met Linda.
At the time, Linda had just been crowned Miss Edinburgh and was hosting an episode of Top of the Pops, coinciding with the Bee Gees reaching number one with their hit Massachusetts.
“We just saw each other across the room, and something clicked,” Barry recalled, describing the instant spark between them.
Linda shared her side of the story, saying, “The girls I was with were whispering, ‘Oh my God, that guy is so handsome. He’s looking at you! Oh, he’s coming over.’ Then he asked me if I’d like to go for a cup of tea.”
When Morgan asked if it was love at first sight, Barry didn’t hesitate. “I think it was,” he admitted. “In my mind, I knew — that’s the woman I’m going to spend the rest of my life with.”
A timeline of Barry Gibb and Linda Gray’s beautiful 53-year relationship – Smooth
“[Linda] is an incredibly special person,” Barry told Piers Morgan with heartfelt admiration. “She’s so full of love, full of joy, and she has this amazing sense of humor.”
He went on to share the philosophy that has kept their bond so strong throughout the years: “We tend to laugh a lot at everything around us — far more than we ever focus on anything that could make us unhappy.”
This simple yet profound outlook has guided them through the many highs and lows of Barry’s extraordinary life and career — including the heartbreaking losses of his three brothers, Maurice, Robin, and Andy.
Their deep connection is evident to everyone around them, even their second eldest son, Ashley. Reflecting on his parents’ relationship during Piers Morgan: Life Stories, Ashley said, “Even now, they love each other just as deeply as they did back then.”