Barry Gibb and his wife, Linda Gray, have been a shining example of a long-term, loving marriage, celebrating over five decades of devotion to one another. Linda, who was crowned Miss Edinburgh in 1967, has undoubtedly inspired some of the Bee Gees’ most heartfelt songs, including Words and Let There Be Love, which were dedicated to her. Their connection began in 1967 when Linda was hosting an episode of Top of the Pops as the Bee Gees celebrated their first number one hit with Massachusetts. Barry recalls an instant connection when their eyes met across the room, and he immediately knew she was the one.
Just three years later, on September 1, 1970, they married at Caxton Hall in London, and their love story has continued ever since, through both good times and difficult moments. In a 2017 interview on Piers Morgan: Life Stories, Barry shared the secret to their enduring relationship: “We tend to laugh a lot at everything around us, more than we could find anything to be unhappy about.” Their ability to laugh together, even in the face of adversity, has helped them navigate the challenges of Barry’s music career and personal losses, including the passing of his brothers Maurice, Robin, and Andy.
Barry has often praised Linda, describing her as a very special person with a big heart and a great sense of humor. He fondly remembers that fateful meeting in 1967 and revealed that, in his mind, he knew immediately that she was the woman he was going to spend his life with. Their love has remained strong throughout the years, with their son Ashley affirming in the interview that Barry and Linda still share the same deep love for one another today as they did all those years ago. Their enduring commitment is a testament to the strength of their bond and the joy they find in each other’s company.