Why Benedict Cumberbatch Is a Cutest Husband In The World ｜ Rumour Juice

But what drew the couple together in the first place? Before settling down with Hunter, Cumberbatch was asked what he looks for in a partner, and the typically private star gave a surprisingly detailed response. A woman who knows that she doesn't have to get all decked out to look good is sexy The Londoner also stated a sense of humor, intelligence, and the ability to be a team player are must-have qualities. He also made an analogy about doubles tennis. He described it as, But Tracy Peacock, Cumberbatch's sister, once claimed that brain power was the quality that his brother found most attractive. She opened up. Hunter, however, doesn't appear to be lacking on that front. As The Independent noted, Hunter studied French and Italian at Oxford University, before completing a course at the prestigious Jacques Lecoq School of Theatre in Paris. Benedict Cumberbatch and Sophie Hunter first met in 2009 when the pair both starred in Burlesque Fairy Tales, a 1930s-set thriller staged in a London theater. But it doesn't seem like sparks flew instantly between them. Cumberbatch was seeing another actress at the time, and even when they went their separate ways in 2011, he started another romance. In fact, it would only be four years after Cumberbatch and Hunter first clapped eyes on each other that the slow-burning couple realized they were meant for each other. Yes, Cumberbatch and Hunter reportedly only began dating in 2013. Of course, they soon made up for a lost time, as within another two years they got married and become parents. It appears as though Benedict Cumberbatch is an old-fashioned gentleman when it comes to love. The Oscar nominee traveled from London to Edinburgh in 2014, where he asked Sophie Hunter's mother for permission to propose to her daughter. Will you marry me? And then once he asked the question, the Imitation Game star and his new fiancé decided to reveal it all in a very traditional manner. Yes, instead of announcing the happy news on social media or in a press statement, the couple chose to take out an advertisement in the Births, Deaths, and Marriages section of the British newspaper The Times. According to the BBC, the very old school notice read, The engagement is announced between Benedict, son of Wanda and Timothy Cumberbatch of London, and Sophie, daughter of Catherine Hunter of Edinburgh and Charles Hunter of London. As Cumberbatch shared in the interview, one of the most incredible things about getting engaged was that the couple had no idea people would be so pleased with their romance getting serious. It was just as if the moment they shared news about love and their future marriage, the world went filled with love and affection. Their families and friends were extremely glad about the couple's future. Interestingly enough, Cumberbatch and Hunter turned out to be hopeless romantics. Valentine's Day is extra special for the couple. Isn't it adorable that they tied the knot on February 14, 2015 with a small ceremony in the village on the Isle of Wight in England? Their reception took place at the nearby Modestone Manor. The venue was especially significant for Sophie, as she is related to the family who previously owned the manor. Unsurprisingly for such a private couple, they decided not to share any photos of the occasion with the press. And their only remark about the big day was a one-word comment made via their spokesman, magical. But over the years, they became more open about their emotions in public. Yes, their attitude to public displays of affection certainly changed since they first started dating. In their early days together, the media experts noted that the couple tried to avoid the prying eyes of fans. But when they got married, the pair can't seem to keep their hands off each other in public. At the 2019 BAFTA TV Awards, Cumberbatch passionately kissed his wife on the red carpet. And then while making his acceptance speech for his leading actor winning performance in Patrick Melrose, he confessed, I do have to thank one other person who's very important in my world, which is my wife, Sophie, and our family. Yeah, you're my rock. Cumberbatch told that Hunter was his number one fan. She's proud of my work, she's proud of me, and she loves me, he opened up. That's the bottom line, isn't it? That's one of the reasons it's a good fit. It could be a really difficult thing, but she's just so in command of it. Apart from that, the couple's appearances in public show their love for fashion. Cumberbatch always appears to be immaculately dressed on screen, but his sense of style is just as impressive in real life. In fact, Cumberbatch and his wife Sophie Hunter may well be one of the most fashionable celebrity couples around. We've been wondering, what strengthens their marriage? Could it be the couple's ability to find the right balance between professional and personal lives? I am not a loser. Hey, you're my hero. For instance, Cumberbatch leaves work, that's it. Nothing can distract him from spending time with the family. The Oscar nominee explained that his wife often doesn't read scripts for his upcoming movies, just to create a boundary between his performance and their personal relationship. He shared, I mean, the joy of returning home to the family is what that is. And if you're portraying something other in your work, then the divide is very, very simple. Similar rules work when it comes to the actor's popularity with women. Tell me, why is Benedict Cumberbatch hot? What? While Cumberbatch has a notorious female following, he said that Hunter couldn't be bothered by all the attention he receives. She's just so in command of it, he shared the details of how she deals with his popularity with women. It could be a difficult thing, but she's just really cool. It's really impressive. Maybe women are so attracted to Cumberbatch because he's also an off-screen hero? Yes, Cumberbatch seems to be a man of great courage and politeness, so he truly deserves a reputation of a gentleman. His well-mannered nature also reflects on his relationship with the wife, as the couple's fairy tale romance continues to bring them joy and happiness. And we hope that the affection between Cumberbatch and Hunter will last for the years to come. So while we're keeping a close eye on their love story, let us know what you think about the couple's relationship. And subscribe to discover new stories about your beloved celebrities.