The couple has been married since 2014, but their love story dates all the way back to 2005 in a Walgreens parking lot.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/tags/colman-domingo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Colman Domingo</a> and his husband, Ra&uacute;l Domingo, have shared a quiet love story that&rsquo;s spanned nearly two decades&mdash;and it's far from the typical Hollywood <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/tags/relationship" target="_blank" rel="noopener">romance.</a> Their origin story is one of serendipity: a chance passing outside a Walgreens in Berkeley, California in 2005, followed days later by a heartfelt &ldquo;Missed Connections&rdquo; post on Craigslist that brought them back together. Since then, the pair have remained devoted to one another through life and career milestones.&nbsp;
Their recent appearance at the <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/best-nails-hair-makeup-beauty-met-gala-2025-doechii-colman-domingo-asap-rocky" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2025 Met Gala</a> reignited curiosity about the couple's journey. <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/met-gala-2025-theme-dress-code-guest-list-co-chairs-livestream" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As a co-chair</a> of the prestigious event, Colman stole the show in a sweeping cobalt <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/colman-domingo-met-gala-2025-valentino-outfit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blue Valentino cape</a>, paying homage to the late Andr&eacute; Leon Talley. Ra&uacute;l stood proudly beside him in a shimmering violet suit, complementing his husband&rsquo;s look while making a statement of his own. The duo embodied the night&rsquo;s theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," reminding the world that they&rsquo;re not just stylish&mdash;they&rsquo;re significant. Their presence was a celebration of love and partnership, firmly establishing them as one of the industry's most inspiring power couples.
L&rsquo;OFFICIEL breaks down Colman and Ra&uacute;l Domingo&rsquo;s enduring romance from their unforgettable meet-cute to their history-making Met Gala moment.

<h2>2005: A Chance Encounter Outside Walgreens</h2>

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Their story began like a scene from a movie. In 2005, Colman spotted Ra&uacute;l while walking into a Walgreens in Berkeley, California. They didn&rsquo;t speak, but the moment lingered for both of them. Who knew you could meet your soulmate in a drugstore parking lot?&nbsp;Colman recalls the first meeting in an <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L544aI98cX4">interview</a>.&nbsp;

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A few days later, fate intervened. While browsing Craigslist for a used computer, Colman found himself scrolling through the Missed Connections page&mdash;a habit born from his romantic side. That&rsquo;s when he saw it: a post titled &ldquo;Saw you outside of Walgreens, Berkeley.&rdquo; It was Ra&uacute;l.

Just three days after the post, the two met for drinks at a small bar in San Francisco. They spent the night getting to know each other. The chemistry was undeniable&mdash;so much so that Colman stayed over. At 4 a.m., he turned to Ra&uacute;l and said, &ldquo;I think I love you, and you&rsquo;re about to change my life forever.&rdquo; 
Talk about a gut feeling.&nbsp;

<h2>A Cross-Country Move &amp; a Proposal</h2>

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Shortly after meeting, Colman&rsquo;s acting career brought him to Juneau, Alaska. Ra&uacute;l followed him there, taking a job as an assistant costume designer. Later that year, after moving to New York together, Ra&uacute;l proposed in November 2005.

After nine years together, the couple tied the knot in 2014. They invited 25 friends to their New York home under the guise of a party&mdash;only to reveal upon arrival, &ldquo;Welcome to our wedding.&rdquo;

<h2>Supporting Each Other's Careers&nbsp;</h2>

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Since tying the knot in 2014, Colman and Ra&uacute;l Domingo&rsquo;s love has only grown stronger. The couple continues to show up for one another in both quiet moments and public milestones, with Ra&uacute;l frequently appearing by Colman&rsquo;s side at premieres, galas, and major awards ceremonies. Whether Colman is being celebrated for his commanding performances on screen or taking center stage at fashion&rsquo;s biggest night, Ra&uacute;l is often his most loyal plus-one. Their enduring bond has made them one of Hollywood&rsquo;s most beloved and inspiring pairs.

Colman and Raúl Domingo’s Relationship Timeline

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