Ben Stiller is crediting the pandemic for his reconciliation with his wife, Christine Taylor. In a new interview with , Stiller opened up about directing for Apple TV+ and what led to his reunion with Taylor after their separation in 2017.Stiller moved back into the family home when the pandemic began, so that he could see their children, Ella, 19 and Quinlin, 16, during the early stages of the lockdown, but before long, something shifted.«Over the course of time, it evolved,» he told the magazine. «We were separated and got back together and we’re happy about that.
It’s been really wonderful for all of us. Unexpected, and one of the things that came out of the pandemic.»Stiller shared an analogy to help explain what got their relationship back on track, adding that respecting each others similarities and differences, ended up being the key for the longtime couple.«A few years ago, I realized I don’t like horseback riding.
If there’s an opportunity to go horseback riding, I’m probably not going to do it. Now, I like horses! I think they’re beautiful.
I like petting them. I like watching people ride horses, I like watching my kids ride horses. I just don’t really love riding horses,» Stiller shared. «And once you know that, it just saves a lot of energy.