In a world where Hollywood romances often fizzle out, Pierce Brosnan , 71, and his wife, Keely Shay Smith , 60, are truly inspiring. The James Bond star never hesitates to publicly express his deep affection and appreciation for Keely. Their love story recently marked a significant milestone: their 23rd wedding anniversary.

On Sunday, August 4, Pierce took to Instagram to commemorate the occasion, sharing a heartfelt post that captured the essence of their beautiful journey together. The star posted a collage of four candid photos of himself and Keely, showcasing their bond over the years. "Happy 23rd anniversary my darling Keely, my beautiful brown-eyed girl, my north, my south, my east and west.

All my love, should I fall behind wait for me," he captioned the post. The touching tribute drew an outpouring of congratulatory comments from fans and well-wishers alike. Keely, not to be outdone, also shared her joy on Instagram, posting a series of nostalgic photos, including cherished moments from their wedding day.

"August 4th, 2001, Ashford Castle, County Mayo, Ireland," she began. "You are the finest, loveliest, tenderest person I have ever known. Happy Anniversary my love @piercebrosnanofficial.

Here’s to the next 23 years together. May they continue to be creative, adventurous, loving, inspiring, and joyful. Time flies on love’s wings.

" Back in April, Keely recounted when they met and said in a social media post: “Thanking my lucky stars that I had the courage to intr.