Chris Hemsworth’s wife, Elsa Pataky, reveals the secret of their successful 10-year marriage

Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky celebrated 10 years of marriage in December.

And three months after celebrating her landmark birthday, Elsa shared the secret of her long and happy relationship.

The 44-year-old Spanish actress told Sunday Life that patience, communication and understanding are the key to a successful marriage.

‘You need to put a lot of work into the marriage; I don’t think every couple is perfect, ‘she said.

‘It requires patience, understanding, a lot of conversation, getting to know the other person, getting to know yourself and what you do wrong. It’s about not letting pride get in the way. ‘

Elsa also explained that it is important to spend time together as a couple, without the children.

She said: ‘We strive to do things together, without the children. We make time for ourselves as a couple. ‘

Chris and Elsa met in early 2010 and were married shortly after, in December of that year.

They welcomed daughter India Rose in 2012 and her twin sons, Tristan and Sasha, in late 2014.

The family of five now lives in Byron Bay, on the north coast of New South Wales, after moving from Los Angeles.

In December, Chris paid a moving tribute to his wife as they celebrated 10 years of marriage.

’10 years together! ‘Looking forward to advances in modern medicine and science and enjoying hundreds more!’ Thor’s star wrote.

Elsa also shared an Instagram post to celebrate the couple’s important occasion.

The Fast and Furious star wrote: ‘Going through ten years of photos was almost as much fun as the real thing!’