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The 64-year-old actress, who has been with Taylor Hackford for nearly 30 years, said that "loyalty and understanding" are more important for a marriage than having a romantic partner.
Mirren told the Daily Mail: "Taylor isn't romantic, but what I get on the other side is so much better. Loyalty and truthfulness - I'd take those qualities over romantic evenings any time.
"I have the incredible advantage of having a husband who is both loyal and understanding. In return, I give him back loyalty and understanding, too.
"We couldn't be married without that. I admire my husband and I think that's essential. I don't think you can fall in love with someone just because you admire them.
"But I don't think, either, you can fall in love with someone unless you admire them in the first place. And I admire Taylor considerably."
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