At a time when long-lasting relationships seem increasingly rare, the story of Luiz Luize and Maria Luiza has moved thousands of people on social media.
He is 99 years old. She is 98. This year, the couple celebrated 80 years of marriage—a milestone very few couples reach.
In footage from the celebration, Luiz and Maria Luiza can be seen entering the church arm in arm, holding rosaries as they renew their vows. They then receive a blessing before the altar. The simple but meaningful scene touched thousands of people.
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According to their family, Luiz and Maria Luiza married in 1946, when he was 19 and she was 18. Since then, they have built an entire life together, experiencing joys, hardships, and change over the past eight decades.
“We are very proud to be part of this family,” one of the couple’s great-granddaughters wrote on social media.
The post quickly went viral, receiving more than 240,000 views and hundreds of comments from people impressed by their story.
“What an incredible life story.”
“I don’t know them, but it is moving. A tear slipped out. This is truly a testimony to real love. ❤️”
“How beautiful and moving it is to see this union! A
