After 23 years of marriage, the two are still very much in love, and Austin recently opened up to E! News about how they maintain their strong bond. The actress emphasized the importance of intimacy, revealing that they get close "three times a week," which she believes is "good and healthy" for a couple married for over two decades.

Austin, who is 45, shared that keeping the romance alive involves regular "date nights," where they enjoy activities such as going out for dinner and dressing up for each other. Interestingly, Ice-T likes to pick out what she wears for these special evenings. The "Law & Order: SVU" star, who is 66, chimed in to explain that lack of intimacy can spell trouble for any relationship, saying, "When you first get with somebody, you want to have sex, right? If that ever ends... when that feeling goes away, forget about it."

The couple’s love story dates back to 2001, and they got married in Las Vegas in January 2002. Before tying the knot with Austin, Ice-T was already a father to daughter Letesha, now 48, and son Tracy, 32, from previous relationships. In November 2015, the couple welcomed their daughter Chanel, who is now 8 years old.

Their candidness about their private life often makes headlines, particularly their open discussions about sex and intimacy. Ice-T has credited their long-lasting marriage to having what he calls "jungle sex," stating emphatically that, "When that flame goes out and you're not really attracted to each other anymore, you have to address that very quickly because it's something that's necessary."

Aside from their romantic life, Ice-T and Austin have also been vocal about their parenting choices. They have publicly defended their decisions, including breast-feeding Chanel until at least age 5, bathing her in the kitchen sink, and using a stroller for her even as she grew older. Despite the criticism they sometimes face, Ice-T and Austin remain united, describing themselves as "teammates" who "value" and "appreciate" each other.

The couple’s ability to stay connected, both as romantic partners and as parents, underscores the strength of their relationship. As Ice-T summed it up, "I value what she brings to me, and I think it's vice versa." With their unwavering support for each other and their dedication to keeping the spark alive, Coco Austin and Ice-T continue to demonstrate what a successful, long-term marriage can look like.