Singer John Legend is looking back on 12 years of marriage with former model-turned-author Chrissy Teigen with gratitude for the journey they’ve shared. At the Black Music Action Coalition Gala in Beverly Hills, where he received the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award, the musician, 46, told People that their marriage has been defined by growth and resilience.

“We feel like we’ve grown together as a couple,” Legend said. “Being parents forces you to grow up, and it changes your priorities. But also, for all the joy we’ve experienced together, we’ve also had tragedy together and challenges together,” he said, adding that those moments have only strengthened their bond. “All of that helps cement the relationship, because you know you can go through it all with a partner. That’s really been the

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