The love story of Iman and Bowie is one of the greatest love stories of all time. They loved each other as much after 20 years of marriage, as they did at the start. Even now, Iman grieves and calls Bowie her forever husband, saying that she will never marry again. True love is such a beautiful thing, and I'm so damn happy they got to experience it, as tragic as it is when death separated them, the love itself will never die.
So sweet, you put it beautifully. I heard that Iman said she thinks of David every minute of every day. Isn't it wonderful that she has Lexi, and that her father got to enjoy her for, I think sixteen years?
Have you ever seen the tour she does of their house? It’s beautiful. She said she moved back to the house to be protected from Covid, but did not want to stay because it was too sad without him. But she then said “But then I felt him. He’s here. He’s here with me everyday, and that’s when I realized he’s still so much a part of this house and so much a part of my life, that this is where we are together, so his things are still here, because this is still his home too, and when I go, then we will leave this house together” She has his clothes still hung in the closet, his music notes still on the piano. All of it. You are beyond blessed in this life to receive even a portion of that kind of love. And that is an eternal love.
+Babyhowdy233 Good think that she married the man who found her sexy and appealing. Had she married any other man who found her intolerably cold, calculating, boring, and a complete snob, her marriage wouldn’t have lasted 20 plus years until death took him away. You can always get married to either Angie or Coco Schwab, who i presume, IYHO are neither phonies or cold as a fridge. It seems that David Bowie made his choice, you can make yours as well.
They were married for over 20 years and even now, if you watch videos of Iman and how she talks about him, you can tell that this was true love, the kind you only experience once in your life. It's so unfair he had to leave so soon. These two truly deserved to grow old together.
It’s truly unfair. She still calls him her only husband and wears a gold necklace with his name. They remind me so much of my parents. My dad was from England, they were married 35 years, and he died from cancer at age 59. They were soulmates. My mom never even dated after he died. She told me once that she would never want to share a bed again, she would rather have it empty than have someone else in it. I adore David, and I love Iman for keeping him so happy all those years. Most true Bowie fans feel the same way. She still posts about him on her Facebook, she keeps his memory alive. He is forever her husband and that is so beautiful.
Actually most muscians have a hard time letting their label let them put out that much music. When you’re music belongs to your label you have no control of when you want it to go out
Met her before she was married to him. She was a very down to earth, stunningly beautiful lady, in personality, class, and truly breathtaking on the outside. Tears later, met her cousin, who lived in the same town I did, and the familial kindness was still apparent.
He certainly did. He loved her with all his heart. It just shines from them both..i loved them as a couple. They complemented each other perfectly. Its so obvious they respected and loved one another.
+Heather Westhaver Unfortunately that's not true... He recorded the album Tonight in 1984, long before meeting Iman, plus the song itself, Tonight, was already written by him with Iggy Pop in 1977... and it's about a lover dying of drugs originally... But the words take on a completely new meaning now for her. This life is just too sad sometimes :(
I have so much sympathy for Iman. She lost her soul mate but she lost her best pal at the same time. Behind every great man is a great woman and vice versa. They were a fantastic couple. I'm so pleased that they found each other. They exemplified love.
Even now, 5 years after his death, she posts about him on his birthday, their anniversary, sometimes just randomly. She still wears the necklace with his name. She will love him forever. They are truly soulmates.
I am so in love with their love. They really found their soulmates, it's the love story everyone hopes for. And it is built from true and utter respect and adoration for one a other. The best foundations 🖤✨
David Bowie is music goals, father goals, husband goals, life goals. A man I respect in every aspect of his life. He basically gave up music for his family, he was a single father for years to Duncan and prioritised bringing two rounded and successful human beings into the world. Says a lot.
Let's add beautiful and hilarious. I love his speaking voice. I know it's wrong to say, but I'm going to say it "Moonage Daydream" is the worst movie I have ever seen. I was with two people that knew nothing of David Bowie, so it was a million times worse. They were stupid enough to includes snippets of his films with no context. The viewers that don't know they are roles he played, think it's him! Just abominable.
+GeorgiaIsOnMyMind David Bowie had a lot of spiritual interests and pursuits but the last time I recall him commenting on it he stated that he was agnostic.
+A Bc Doesn't really matter to me. (I'm Muslim by the way). I just read something years ago where Iman referred to herself as a Muslim married to a Christian. Whether he was agnostic or not, the fact that he was a nice, polite human being stands supreme.
As a long time David Bowie enthusiast, I would just call him "irreligious". He was a Satanist in his early 20s (esoteric occult spirituality), then he got into Buddhism, and he espoused Atheistic sentiments in the late 70s. By the time he met Iman I don't think he cared about religion, and Iman is a heterodox Muslim. Their relationship had nothing to do with religion. Iman believes in God and Bowie didn't care about the subject.
+GeorgiaIsOnMyMind he was a Christian an agnostic does not baptize his children. Stars do no wear their beliefs on their sleeve. It is VERY clear that on his last album he writes a song about "Lazarus" that doesnt come from an agnostic point of view.
+mickavellian you make some bold claims...Iman would have a say in what happened to their child, and being agnostic does not rule out baptism. Lazarus does indeed have his story told in the bible, but represents life after death and can be mentioned as an allegory. You cannot possibly judge what Bowie had in mind, or make definitive judgements about anyone else's beliefs. (Still chuckling that you think atheists can't be creative, have you considered stand up comedy as a career?)
I remember he questioned MTV for their lack of diversity. Therefore, I am not surprised that he had such a lovely marriage with the GORGEOUS Iman. He’s obviously such a stand up guy!
I remember that too and it really drew attention to the issue. Some of the record labels had to threaten to pull their videos if they didn’t play more black videos.
The line about "seeing you in the sky" I'm afraid I can personally attest to that experience. An actual rather pleasant hallucinatory phenomenon born from the depths of the strongest kinds of conecction, adoration, and love. You do see them in the sky
Bowie was one of the coolest, weirdest and seemingly ageless creatures in the history of popular culture. One thing for sure he was charismatic and for real, with his heart in the right place for his children, and that gorgeous woman by his side. Not seen many show biz stars who have matched that commitment to build value into their private life, and family unit.
Yes, and she naturally inspired and motivated him to keep that commitment. He adored her. She's fun, smart, beautiful, respectful of herself and others, regal yet down to earth... she is the woman, truly beautiful both inside and out, that he'd only hoped existed. When he wrote "Be My Wife"... he hadn't met her yet, but she's who he was hoping for. So when he found her, he cherished her. It was easy for him to give up whatever drugs or people that weren't good for him. He'd been there, done that. So had she. They leveled up together. "Sometimes you get so lonely Sometimes you get nowhere I've lived all over the world I've left every place Please be mine Share my life Stay with me Be my wife"
I'm so glad they found love and happiness together. Just as important as being a great rockstar, is being a great human being. Rock on David Bowie, rock for eternity.
It's beautiful to see a couple encourage each other to grow and change for the better. It's so heartwarming to hear he was willing to ditch the drugs and partying not only for her happiness but for his own health, which honestly should be intertwined.
+Kristina Winter No. One of his pupils was permanently dilated, hence the illusion of a different colour. For God's sake, please do some research before correcting people wrongly!
For this small town white boy, Bowie was the go-to hero for me and my friends. As much as I appreciate his art and music, I am so glad that he found and kept the love of his life.
they were an incredible couple, i have so much respect for iman and david being a genuine loving couple while being on top of the world and always putting their kids above everything
Iagree with you. That too was my dad with my mom. She left this world first and he was never quite the same. Now he has gone to be with her. They are in love with each other forever.
I understand a love like this. I dropped all drugs for my first love, I feel like that love saved me from addiction. I am so glad he also knew what that happiness felt like. Bless Iman, I hope she is living a happy life, I’m sure she still misses him all the time.
They are just too beautiful for words. It's so cute that he was nervous about asking Iman for a date. Soooo romantic!! Those wedding pictures are absolutely gorgeous!!! The coolest (and hottest) couple ever!!!
+1969madame - You've seen the ones on the beach, too. Iman in a white flowing gown, David kneeling at her feet. Beautiful. I hope Iman is finding solace in her many memories. So sad.
+Lady BlackStardust Yes, I've seen those. I must have a daily dose of their beautiful videos. I've been a fan of hers since she entered the modeling scene, and I have loved Bowie since 1975. Followed their amazing love story (wishing it was me, lol) throughout the years. I am so happy that they had the last 25 years together. Beautiful, touching, and sad. *tears*
They were a beautiful and happy couple. They've shared I think 23 or 24 yrs. of marriage. Now that's true love. My heart goes out to his family.I feel so sorry for them. I know they miss him tons!!!!
Yeah you know they really love you when they pay attention like that really listen care about what pleases you. Fashion lovers are often detail oriented anyway he is not going to propose to a top supermodel without the perfect accessory.
He changed his work schedule for Her. True love between those two. David & Iman were Heroes for our time. I'm glad they had heaven on Earth. Glad they were there for their kids. Had no idea he was so romantic. His legend keeps growing! Thanks David Bowie for being so different at a time and place where mediocre was everywhere. Even my mom loved David! RIP to them both! Deepest condolences to his family and soulmate.
Such a sweet unforgetable interview with David Bowie. I love when he smiles & speaks of his undying Love of His beautiful wife & his family. I teared up listening to his heartfelt words & watching the light of their Love. ❤
Even after all the years He's been gone, I get a lump in my throat watching this. Being just a few years younger, I have loved David's music thru all the years. He is In our Hearts Forever
It is such a joy to see two people loving and appreciating one another, seeing someone be cared for so deeply. Sorry for those grieving the transition.
Iman and Bowie were always laughing in their pics. Obviously a fun and loving marriage. I have been a fan since Starman, and I can't tell you how much I miss his wonderful presence on this planet. I will never be able to imagine how Iman feels. :(
In 1972 or '73, a NYC deejay announced that fans could see Bowie off at the pier just before sailing back to England on the Queen Elizabeth II. A few of us went and were shocked that hardly anyone else was there. I was amazed that we were able to stand around with him and talk, and even more amazed that he was warm, friendly, genuine, and humble. Still can't believe it really happened.
Iman is actually doing good stuff with bowies legacy, and that's kinda impresssing considering how most music widows just care about the money... Also i kinda find nice that david got a beautiful black woman as a wife comsidering how much he did for the black people
@Cheryle Hunter One example doesn't a crusader make, but one example that comes to mind is that in 1983, 2 years after its launch, he questioned an MTV VJ on air as to why they didn't play more music from black artists. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XZGiVzIr8Qg.html
While I was never a big fan I have watched documentaries on David Bowie and I have the greatest respect for him as a person and a musician. This is so sweet to see. He is sorely missed.
rest in peace David.. ARGHHHH I just can't believe he's gone. I don't want to believe it, it's hard. I feel like he's still here, but then I realize he's not.. It's so depressing
+Ian Leo I feel exactly the same.. and Ill refuse to believe it for along time to come. I always dreamt of meeting him. His body is gone.. but I do believe he left his soul with us.. without doubt. x
+GOLDEN OX - Ha! I've just decided 10 days out from the news, not to accept that he's passed away. And that is that. Don't try to talk me out of it. I love Iman. I love their marriage. I feel deeply for his children. Notthat he's dead, mind you. I decline to accept that.
Rising Sun then you’d be delighted to know that my husband and I are a happily married interracial couple. 🥰 We actually just finished making love, I can’t wait to start a family with him. For now we just have our two kitties, Sherwin and Luna.
Dang- he was quite the family man. To say, if he had to choose between career and what he and Iman shared there'd be no choice- just melts my heart. I fell in love with David in 1973 watching Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars at the age of 8. He's always done it for me in a kind of profound way. So I think I'm saying, I'm just super happy and moved by the love he found and shared, with Iman.
i truly loved David Bowie, he was such a great inspiration for anyone who wants to follow your dreams…he remains for the most amazing and talented artist. You will forever stay in our heart and mind RIP David.
Iman, please accept my condolences. David was so talented and the depth of love the two of you had is so evident. I'm so sorry for your and your families loss.
This is truly a love story! Anytime a man will change for you, count your blessings and hold tight and hang on for the beautiful ride! R.I.P. David 🙏🎶🎸 🎶
This is what love looks like, they don't even look like a "couple" but they were the real deal. I think it's easier to walk the great wall of china in a day than to watch this without crying. xx
What the hell do you mean they don’t look like a “couple”??? The way they look at each other a couple is precisely what they look like. I don’t want to assume what you meant but I can guess and if so it’s beyond ignorant.
What a sweet proposal, that he would remember a ring from two years earlier and bought it off the person. Haha, what some guys won't do for love. They must've had something pretty special to hear a man say that they are blissfully happy, and it's a fabulous marriage. Rarely do you hear that amongst us every day people, let alone a celebrity couple. They didn't just love each other they were really in love with each other. Looks to be where it began it ended, and they were still so much in love. Lucky they were that the stars aligned, and they found their perfect match at the right time. Sounds like the time they had together was just as sweet as his proposal. He proposed on the River Seine, and was blessed with a River of Love that flowed on their special union. Some just find that special something, we should all be so lucky to find that kind of real and lasting love until death do us part as they did. They were beautiful and blessed, just purr-fect twogether. Good luck, and I hope you find your lucky shining star. 😻💫
And they STILL can't get right about the man's eyes... they were both blue. He simply had had damage to his pupil so that one pupil stayed dilated which made his eye appear darker... Hard to believe we'll never see those incredible eyes again. It's almost been a month and I still cannot believe it...
He was a genius but also a great man, a conscient heart. He knew he was a genius but he knew that love is the most important part of live. He was really lucky to found Iman, as so was she