Love Always Wins: Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd Celebrate a Touching 8th Wedding Anniversary

By Entertainment Daily Staff

Time is a curious thing. It is often said that time flies, slipping through our fingers like sand. But as Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd celebrated their 8th wedding anniversary today, the couple reminded us of a deeper truth: time doesn’t just fly; it accumulates. It gathers weight, wisdom, and a tapestry of memories that define a life built together.

Today, the Dancing With the Stars power couple marked eight years since they exchanged vows in a fairytale ceremony at Oheka Castle in Long Island. However, the celebration held this evening was far removed from the nervous excitement of newlyweds. Instead, it was a testament to resilience, a celebration of a love that has weathered storms and emerged stronger, proving the couple’s family motto: Love ALWAYS wins.

A Journey Through the Peaks and Valleys

To look at Maksim and Peta is to see a couple that exudes glamour and success, but their anniversary reflection was surprisingly raw and grounded. Eight years is not a decade, yet for the Chmerkovskiys, it has contained a lifetime of emotions.

The phrase “time accumulates” felt particularly poignant given the public and private battles the couple has fought side-by-side. The intervening years since 2017 have been filled with the highest of highs—the births of their sons, Shai, Rio, and Milan—and significant personal challenges. From Peta’s brave and public struggle with fertility issues and miscarriages to the terrifying days Maksim spent stranded in Ukraine during the onset of the invasion, the couple has navigated fear and grief that would have shaken weaker foundations.

During a quiet moment before the evening’s festivities began, sources close to the couple noted that this anniversary felt different. It wasn’t just about marking a date on the calendar; it was about acknowledging that they had survived the “sad moments” to reach the joy they possess today. “Being able to go through all this together and love each other is truly special,” a close friend of the couple remarked.

The Celebration: A Night of Intimacy and Joy

The anniversary party was an intimate affair, curated to reflect the warmth of their family life rather than the glitz of the ballroom. Surrounded by close friends, family, and fellow dancers, the atmosphere was electric with nostalgia and gratitude.

However, the highlight of the evening was the surprise Maksim had meticulously prepared for his wife. Known for his intensity and passion on the dance floor, Maksim channeled that same energy into a tribute that left the room in silence, followed by cheers.

Maksim took the microphone, not to perform, but to speak. He presented a retrospective video montage that he had edited himself—a collection not of their red carpet moments, but of the quiet, unseen seconds: Peta sleeping with their newborns on her chest, the chaotic laughter in their kitchen, and the tearful reunions after time apart.

Words From the Heart

What followed the visual tribute was a speech that guests described as “shattering in the most beautiful way.” Maksim, often known for his stoic exterior, spoke with a vulnerability that reportedly made Peta burst with happiness.

He spoke of the accumulation of time—how the wrinkles of worry from the past few years were actually medals of honor for their marriage. He acknowledged Peta not just as his wife, but as the anchor that held their family steady when the world felt like it was spinning off its axis.

“We have collected so many things over these eight years,” Maksim said, raising his glass. “We have collected scars, we have collected miles, and we have collected three beautiful boys. But mostly, we have collected proof. Proof that no matter what darkness comes, we provide our own light.”

Witnesses stated that Peta was visibly moved, laughing through tears as Maksim recounted their journey, affirming that despite the hurdles, he wouldn’t trade a single difficult day because it led them to this moment of absolute clarity.

A Toast to the Future

The evening concluded with a sentiment that perfectly encapsulated the couple’s outlook on their future. As the night wound down, the toast was not just to the eight years behind them, but to the longevity they aspire to.

“A toast to another 80 years!” was the rallying cry of the night. It was a bold declaration of intent—a promise that they are in this for the long haul, ready to face whatever the next decades bring with the same united front.

As the couple danced—slowly, swaying to a rhythm only they could hear—it was clear that the sentiment posted by fans and friends alike rang true. Life is unpredictable. Time moves fast. Sadness is inevitable. But when you have the right partner to help you accumulate the memories, the joy eventually outweighs the sorrow.

Happy 8th Anniversary to Maksim and Peta. Here is to the next 80 years, proving once again that Love ALWAYS wins.