Sam Taylor-Johnson and Aaron Taylor-Johnson recently stepped out for a family appearance at the premiere of Kraven the Hunter in New York City, where they were joined by Sam’s two older daughters from her previous marriage, Angelica and Jessie. This marked their first-ever red carpet outing as a family, a significant moment for the couple.

Their relationship began in 2008 when Sam directed Aaron in her debut film Nowhere Boy. At the time, Aaron was 18 and Sam was 42, a 23-year age gap that didn’t hinder their blossoming romance. They married, had two daughters together, and Sam also has two older daughters, including Angelica, 25, who is just six years younger than Aaron, giving their family dynamic a unique twist.

The appearance comes amid fresh attention on the age gap between Sam and Aaron. Both have publicly addressed the judgment surrounding their relationship. Sam shared how she finds the obsession with age gaps strange, pointing out that love doesn’t follow any set rules. Aaron echoed this, speaking on his maturity from a young age and the societal expectations that come with it, questioning why life’s pace is so often dictated by others’ standards.

While they’ve been married for over a decade and raised four children together, the couple continues to face public scrutiny. Recently, a video from a film premiere sparked a new round of debate, with some viewers commenting on Aaron’s interactions with his stepdaughter, leading to online discussions about his “chemistry” with her. These moments reflect the ongoing challenges faced by couples who step outside traditional norms.