### Ice-T and Coco Austin Reveal Secrets to Keeping Romance Alive After 23 Years

Ice-T and Coco Austin, a couple never known to shy away from discussing their private lives, have once again opened up about the intimate aspects of their relationship. In a candid interview, the pair shared insights into maintaining a healthy and fulfilling sex life, even after 23 years of marriage.

Coco, 45, imparted her wisdom to E! News, revealing that a healthy sex life for her and Ice-T involves being intimate three times a week. "You have to keep it healthy," she emphasized. "I would say good and healthy is three times a week. I think that's good after 23 years. I think you have to keep it up." Alongside this, she spilled some playful secrets, mentioning that they sometimes incorporate costumes, inspired by Ice-T’s appearance at Heidi Klum's Halloween party, into their bedroom activities. Additionally, date nights play a crucial role for the duo, with Ice-T often choosing Coco’s outfits for their evenings out.

The couple's commitment to keeping their relationship dynamic extends beyond physical intimacy. Ice-T, 66, underscored the importance of intimacy in a relationship, explaining that its absence can signal deeper issues. "When you first get with somebody, you want to have sex, right? If that ever ends, it's a wrap. When that feeling goes away, forget about it," he stated. Known for famously describing "jungle sex" as a key element to their enduring marriage, Ice-T continues to advocate for maintaining the flame of attraction.

Despite their candid revelations about their sex life, Ice-T and Coco's relationship is built on much more. Ice-T praised Coco for being an invaluable teammate, not just a partner. "We have to be teammates, not opponents, not assets, not liabilities. I value what she brings to me, and I think it's vice versa. We appreciate each other," he shared. It's clear that mutual respect and appreciation form the bedrock of their union. Reflecting on their time together during an interview in 2021, Ice-T expressed that he "couldn't have picked a better partner," commending Coco for excelling in every aspect of their lives.

In terms of conflict resolution, Ice-T highlighted the couple's approach to addressing issues promptly. They avoid letting grievances linger, a strategy that seems to have contributed significantly to their lasting happiness. "She doesn't say, 'I'm mad at you from last month.' How am I supposed to fix something if I didn't know it was broken?" he explained, advocating for timely compromises as crucial for any lasting relationship.

Ice-T and Coco are parents to their 8-year-old daughter Chanel, and the pair continues to find ways to prioritize their relationship amidst their family responsibilities and busy careers. As they celebrate over two decades together, their secret appears simple yet profound: open communication, mutual appreciation, timely problem resolution, and keeping the romance alive both in and out of the bedroom.