Why Jack and Rebecca's Picture-Perfect Romance on This Is Us Has Ruined Love For Me
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Ever since the very first episode of This Is Us, Rebecca and Jack's romance has stolen my heart. Not only are they extremely adorable to the point that it's almost sickening, but they really are the perfect pair. Sure, they have their ups and downs like every married couple, but they never give up on each other. When Rebecca grieves the loss of her third triplet, Jack does everything he can to lift her spirits. And when Jack battles his alcoholism, Rebecca is right there to pick him up.
While their relationship has a tragic ending (RIP Jack), their life together is a great example of what "true love" is. As Miguel puts it, "They were one. There was no 'Jack.' There was no 'Rebecca.' It was just 'Jack and Rebecca.'" I can't get enough of their sweet moments together, and I'm sure other fans of the show can agree. Their fictional relationship has basically ruined romance for the rest of us, right? How can we ever find a love as special as theirs? In honor of their iconic love story, read on for all the times they set unrealistic couple goals for the rest of us.
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When They Make Their Love Official
Jack and Rebecca's courthouse wedding may be simple, but it's also magical. They don't need a flashy venue when their love already shines twice as bright. Their nuptials are so picture-perfect, fans have even copied it for their own weddings.
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When They Give These Iconic Wedding Vows
This Is Us is full of tear-jerking moments, and Jack and Rebecca's wedding vows are no exception. Not only are they incredibly heartfelt on the big day, but they still hold up many years later.
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When They Build a Home Together
They don't just build a life together, but they literally build a home together. After renovating the old house and making countless memories with their family in it, the tragic house fire that causes Jack's death is even more bittersweet.
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When They Start a Family
After facing major heartbreak with the loss of their third triplet, Rebecca and Jack find new happiness by adopting Randall. The "Big Three" may not have happened the way they originally thought, but they learn to love their new normal.
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When They Promise to Be the Best Parents They Can Be
Even though parenting proves to be more difficult than they anticipated, they make a promise to be the best parents they can be for their kids. And boy, do they live up to it.
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When They Relight the Flame
After facing a rough patch in their marriage, Jack decides to surprise Rebecca by renting their first apartment together for the night so that they can remember why they fell in love in the first place. Talk about romantic!
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When They Fight and Make Up
Following their big fight on Valentine's Day, Jack reminds Rebecca why he loves her. Even when they're not on the best terms, it's clear they still have a deep love for each other and are willing to fight to make things right.
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When They Refuse to Give Up on Each Other
When Jack struggles with his alcoholism, he tells Rebecca that he needs some time alone to recover, but she's not having it. If they're going to face a problem, they're going to do it together. After he stays over at Miguel's house, she promptly tells him to get in the car so they can go home.
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When They Pick on Each Other
Even in their last moments together, the two are just as carefree as the day they first met. As Rebecca goes to get a candy bar, Jack jokes that she's blocking his view of the TV before she playfully sticks her tongue out at them.
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When They Keep Their Promise to Love Each Other Until They Die
Even though Rebecca eventually marries Miguel after Jack dies, she still wears the moon necklace he gave her as a symbol of her undying love for him.