Greek model and actress Mara Darmousli has opened up about her seven-year relationship with husband Vassilis Tsatsakis, revealing that the couple has reached the seven-year itch.
In an interview with journalist Koryna Mantagari for the Greek lifestyle supplement Real Life, the performer explained that clear communication and mutual respect have kept their marriage strong over the years.
Darmousli said that sustaining a long-term partnership requires continuous negotiation and constant discussion about each partner's needs. She explained that both individuals must state clearly what they want so they can find common ground together.
Speaking warmly about her husband, she emphasized that Tsatsakis understands and accepts her personality. She added that he knows who he married, respects her character, and supports her fully.
Balancing tradition and long distance
Darmousli described Tsatsakis as a traditional man who is not patriarchal, identifying that balance as one of the central reasons their relationship has endured over time.
She also noted that their seven-year bond represents the longest romantic relationship either of them has ever had in their lives.
The actress revealed that her husband's work commitments frequently require him to spend extended periods of time away from home. Tsatsakis works professionally as a chef, a role that often demands demanding kitchen hours and travel.
Despite the physical separation, Darmousli stated that distance has not damaged their bond. She said that maintaining a romantic mood, coupled with deep love and mutual respect, has prevented their passion from evaporating.
Career in modeling and acting
Real Life is a widely read lifestyle and entertainment supplement published weekly alongside the Greek national newspaper Real News.
Darmousli first rose to prominence in the fashion industry after winning the Elite Model Look competition in Greece in 1998. After working internationally on European runways and fashion editorials, she established a second career as a prominent television presenter, theater performer, and screen actress in Athens.
