130 Best 40th Anniversary Messages for Parents, Partners, & More

Celebrating 40 years of marriage (or any commitment) is an impressive feat that deserves honor and recognition. In this article, we’ve gathered all the best “happy 40th anniversary” messages to help you celebrate this important milestone. Whether you’re celebrating your parents, your spouse, your grandparents, or your friends, we’ll help you find the perfect 40th anniversary wish for them. Plus, learn why a 40th wedding anniversary is called the ruby anniversary.

Best “Happy 40th Anniversary” Wishes

For your parents: “Happy 40th anniversary, Mom and Dad! Thanks for showing us what true love looks like.”
For your spouse: “Happy 40th anniversary to the love of my life! Here’s to many more years of laughter and romance.”
For another couple: “Happy 40th anniversary to the most amazing couple I know! You two are a true inspiration.”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for Your Husband

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Remind your husband why you fell for him 40 years ago. Keep the romance alive on your 40th anniversary. Spend some quality time with your husband, and let him know how happy you are to be married to him. If you have children, thank him for being a good father, as well. Here are some great anniversary wishes for your husband:^{[1]
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- “40 years of marriage and my heart still skips a beat whenever I look at you. Happy anniversary, my love.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary to the love of my life! Here’s to many more years of laughter and romance.”
- “Wishing the happiest of anniversaries to the father of my children and my one true love. Never forget how much I love you.”
- “You are the love of my life—always have been, always will be. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “I can’t imagine a better life than the one we’ve built together. Happy anniversary, darling.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary, my love! You are my happy place, and I’m so grateful to spend another year by your side.”
- “Happy anniversary to my amazing husband. Thanks for always making me laugh and supporting me all these years.”
- “Our love story will always be my favorite. Happy 40th anniversary, sweetheart!”
- “To the man who stole my heart, happy anniversary. It’s still yours even after 40 years.”
- “40 years down, forever to go. I love you with all my heart. Happy anniversary.”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for Your Wife

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Make your wife’s heart skip a beat on your 40th anniversary. Remember, your wife probably still wants to be romanced even after all these years. Plan a romantic evening for the two of you, and remind her why she’s your favorite person. Here are some examples of anniversary wishes for your wife:^{[2]
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- “To my better half, thank you for always being my rock. I love you endlessly. Happy anniversary.”
- “You made me the happiest person in the world when you became my wife. I can’t believe I’ve had the privilege of loving you for 40 years. Happy anniversary.”
- “As the years pass, my love for you only grows stronger. I promise to adore you for all time. Happy 40th anniversary, my love.”
- “Happy anniversary to the woman who stole my heart and continues to fill it with love even after 40 years. I love you.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary, my darling. You are my soulmate, my partner, and my best friend.”
- “Happy anniversary to the woman who completes me. I love you more than words can say.”
- “Happy anniversary, darling! With you, every day feels like a celebration.”
- “Happy anniversary, sweetheart! Here's to forever and always by your side.”
- “When a love is true, there is no ending. I hope we get to celebrate for many years to come. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “Forever wouldn’t be long enough with you. Happy anniversary, my love.”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for Your Parents

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Let your parents know why they’re your role models. Making it to 40 years of marriage takes love, trust, and dedication, so it’s important to celebrate such a momentous milestone with your parents. Let them know how their love for each other has impacted you and thank them for everything they’ve done over the years. Here are some examples of anniversary wishes for parents:^{[3]
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- “Happy 40th anniversary, Mom and Dad! Thanks for showing us what true love looks like.”
- “To my loving parents, happy anniversary! Your love and commitment to each other is something to celebrate today and always.”
- “Happy anniversary, Mom and Dad! Congratulations on 40 years of tolerating each other’s jokes and still managing to laugh.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary to the best parents in the world! May your day be almost as special as the day I was born.”
- To my parents on your 40th anniversary—thank you for all the love and support you’ve given me over the years. I hope my own love story will be as great as yours some day.”
- “Happy anniversary to the most incredible parents! Your relationship inspires us all.”
- “Mom and Dad, your love for each other and our family is truly inspiring. Happy 40th anniversary.”
- “Happy ruby wedding anniversary! Thanks for always sticking together and loving each other so much. You’re the best parents I could ever ask for!”
- “You two are doing it right—a loving relationship and a beautiful family. Thanks for being the example we all need in this life.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Your love is a blessing to me and the entire family.”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for Your Grandparents

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Thank your grandparents for creating a beautiful family together. Often, grandparents are considered the leaders of a family, so it’s important to remember that their love led to where you are today. Let them know how much you admire their relationship and all they’ve done for your family over the last 40 years. Here are some examples:
- “Your love story spans decades, yet your eyes still sparkle when you look at each other. Happy 40th anniversary to my amazing grandparents!”
- “The home you’ve built together shelters not just a family, but a legacy of love. Happy anniversary, Grandma and Grandpa!”
- “Happy 40th anniversary to my wonderful grandparents! Thank you for showing us that real love stories don’t end with happily ever after—they grow more beautiful each day.”
- “For the last 40 years, you’ve shown us what true partnership means. May your love continue to guide our family. Happy anniversary!”
- “Your marriage isn’t measured in years, but in countless moments of love shared. Happy anniversary!”
- “To the world’s best grandparents—your love makes everything better. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “Your love story is my favorite fairytale! Happy 40th anniversary to my dear grandparents!”
- “Grandma and Grandpa, thank you for showing us what forever looks like. Happy anniversary!”
- “40 years together and each one is better than the last. Happy anniversary!”
- “Your love brightens our lives every day. Happy 40th anniversary!”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for Your Friends

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Send your best wishes to your favorite couple on their anniversary. If your friends have been married for 40 years, help them celebrate by congratulating them on their accomplishment and wishing them many more happy years together. Let them know what you admire about their relationship and feel free to throw in a joke about being their third wheel. Here are some examples of anniversary wishes for friends:^{[4]
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- “Happy 40th anniversary to the most amazing couple I know! You two are a true inspiration.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary to my favorite couple! May you have many more years of happiness together.”
- “40 years together and still going strong! You two are incredible—happy anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary, you two! Wishing you all the joy and laughter on your special day.”
- “May your love story continue to be magical. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Thanks for being incredible friends and still letting me be the third wheel after all these years.”
- “To the couple who makes us all laugh—here’s to another year of smiles and inside jokes.”
- “You’ve shown us all what it means to build a wonderful marriage. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “It’s been an honor to witness such a beautiful marriage between two lovely people. Happy anniversary, my friends.”
- “It’s time to celebrate you two all over again. Happy anniversary!”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for Your Sibling

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Let your sibling know how proud you are of their relationship. It can be such a special moment to watch your sibling fall in love, but it’s even more impressive to watch them stay in love. Congratulate your sibling and their partner on 40 years together and let them know what you admire about their relationship. Tell them how happy you are that they’re both a part of your family. Here are some examples:^{[5]
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- “Happy anniversary to my favorite sibling and [their partner]! You two complete each other in every way.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Thank you for being a shining example of true love for this family.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! May the love you share continue to last a lifetime.”
- “Sending you my best wishes and lots of love on your special day. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “May this year bring you both lots of happiness and joy together. Sending you joyous anniversary wishes.”
- “I always thought love was overrated, but you two have proven me wrong over and over again. Happy anniversary!”
- “On your wedding anniversary, I hope you two celebrate the joys of today and hopes of tomorrow. Happy anniversary!”
- “You have built your marriage on the foundations of trust, respect, and love. May your bond grow stronger every year. Happy anniversary!”
- “I’m raising a toast today to celebrate a much-loved and adored couple on their 40th anniversary. May your day be as wonderful as you two are.”
- “You both deserve all the happiness in the world. My warmest wishes to you both on your 40th anniversary.”

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Funny 40th Anniversary Wishes

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Add a bit of sarcasm to your anniversary card. Whether you’re celebrating your own 40th anniversary or the anniversary of another couple, consider adding a bit of humor to your message if you know it will be well-received. Make a pun or include a sarcastic comment about marriage. Here are some examples of funny anniversary wishes:^{[6]
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- “Marriage is like a deck of cards. In the beginning all you need is two hearts and a diamond. By the end, you wish you had a club and a spade! Happy anniversary!”
- “Congratulations on reaching another anniversary milestone without killing each other!”
- “Cheers to the couple who laugh together, even when they can’t remember why they’re laughing.”
- “Marriage is like fine wine… It gets better with age. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! You’re still the one I want to annoy for the rest of my life.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Let’s keep the magic alive—I’ll keep pretending to listen, and you keep pretending I’m funny.”
- “Happy anniversary, my love! You’re the best decision I’ve ever made, even when you leave the toilet seat up.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Your marriage is a shining example that love is blind (and a little deaf).”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Here’s to another year of pretending you’re not sick of each other.”
- “After all these years, you’re still the peanut butter to my jelly—just a little crustier. Happy anniversary!”

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Romantic 40th Anniversary Wishes

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Remind your partner how much you love them with a romantic message. Even after 40 years together, being romantic can help your partner feel loved and cherished. Recall some of your favorite romantic memories throughout your relationship, and let your partner know you still love them as much as—if not more than—you did on the day you got married. Here are some examples:^{[7]
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- “40 years after we first said ‘I do’ and my love for you grows with each passing day. Happy anniversary, sweetheart.”
- “Since you came into my life, you’ve made every day better. Thank you for making me the happiest person in the world. Happy 40th anniversary.”
- “In a world with so many uncertainties, I know one thing—I love you. Happy anniversary.”
- “I wish I could turn back the clock. I'd find you sooner and love you longer. Happy 40th anniversary, my love.”
- “There are 7.5 billion people on the planet and I was lucky enough to find you. Happy anniversary!”
- “I can’t believe that I’m married to my best friend. Thank you for making each year together better than the last. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “My love for you is everlasting. Cheers to another year with my favorite person.”
- “Thanks for going on this lifelong journey with me. I love you forever.”
- “You are everything I wished for, more than I could have imagined, and my dream come true. I love you from the bottom of my heart. Happy anniversary!”
- “It started with a dream of a life together, and the dream only gets better. Cheers to 40 years of marriage!”

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40th Anniversary Quotes

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Enhance your message with a famous love quote. Make your 40th anniversary message even more romantic by including a popular love quote from a movie, book, or song. If you’re writing a message for your own partner, try to pick a quote you know they like. Using a quote is also a great idea if you’re having a bit of trouble coming up with your own words. Here are some examples:^{[8]
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- “Love grows more tremendously full, swift, poignant, as the years multiply.” – Zane Grey
- “I love being married. It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.” – Rita Rudner
- “You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” – Dr. Seuss
- “I was made and meant to look for you and wait for you and become yours forever.” – Robert Browning
- “A wedding anniversary is the celebration of love, trust, partnership, tolerance, and tenacity. The order varies for any given year.” – Paul Sweeney
- “Remember that creating a successful marriage is like farming: you have to start over again every morning.” – H. Jackson Brown, Jr
- “I seem to have loved you in numberless forms, numberless times, in life after life, in age after age forever.” – Rabindranath Tagore
- “I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you.” – Elizabeth Barrett Browning
- “Chains do not hold a marriage together. It is threads, hundreds of tiny threads, which sew people together through the years.” – Simone Signoret
- “When I look into your eyes, I know I have found the mirror of my soul.” – Joey W. Hill

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Religious 40th Anniversary Wishes

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Include a blessing if the couple is religious. If the couple you’re celebrating are religious, adding a blessing or prayer can be very special to them. Congratulate them on living a godly marriage, and ask God to continue to bless them for many years to come. Here are some examples:^{[9]
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- “May God’s grace continue to shine upon your blessed union. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Your marriage reflects divine love and guidance.”
- “May heaven’s blessings continue to shower your beautiful union. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy anniversary! Your marriage stands as a testament to God’s faithful love.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! May your union continue to be blessed with divine grace and joy.”
- “Your marriage shines with God’s light and love. Have a blessed anniversary!”
- “Wishing a happy 40th anniversary to a couple who has kept faith at the center of their relationship. May God continue to bless your journey together.”
- “Congratulations on 40 years of love and devotion. May God's grace continue to guide and bless your marriage.”
- “As you celebrate 40 years of marriage, may God's love and blessings surround you. Wishing you a lifetime of love, faith, and happiness. Happy anniversary!”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! May God continue to bless your marriage with His love, wisdom, and strength.”

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Inspirational 40th Anniversary Wishes

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Remind a couple how inspiring their 40-year relationship is. Most people know a successful marriage takes a lot of work—especially if it’s lasted as long as 40 years. Make your favorite couple feel special by explaining how their relationship has inspired you and encourage them to keep being the amazing couple they are. Here are some examples:
- “On your 40th anniversary, take a moment to appreciate the strength of your bond and the love that has grown stronger with each passing year. Your journey is an inspiration to us all.”
- “As you celebrate 40 years of marriage, remember that your love has the power to conquer anything that comes your way. Your journey is a true testament to the strength of your bond.”
- “40 years of love, laughter, and resilience. You have shown us that true love knows no bounds. Wishing you many more years of joy, adventure, and limitless love.”
- “Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone. Your love and dedication have stood the test of time. May your anniversary be a celebration of the beautiful journey you've shared.”
- “Separately, you’re both powerful individuals, but together, you’re unstoppable. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “Your everlasting love is an inspiration to us all. Thinking of you on this special occasion. Happy 40th anniversary!”
- “On your 40th anniversary, reflect on the beautiful memories you've created together and the obstacles you've overcome, and know that your love can accomplish anything.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary to a couple that continues to inspire us with their love and dedication. May your love shine brighter with each passing day and may your hearts forever be intertwined.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary to a couple that defines love and commitment. Your love story is a source of inspiration to everyone around you. May your journey together continue to inspire and uplift others.”
- “As you celebrate 40 years of love, remember that true love is not measured by the years but by the strength of your bond. Your journey is a testament to the power of love. Happy anniversary!”

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40th Anniversary Wishes for a Vow Renewal

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Congratulate a couple who are renewing their wedding vows. Some couples choose to renew their wedding vows when they hit a milestone anniversary. Whether you attended their original wedding or not, this is a great opportunity to celebrate the couple’s lasting love. Congratulate them on 40 years of love and devotion and wish them many more happy years to come. Here are some examples:
- “Best wishes on your 40th wedding anniversary! I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than to spend your vow renewal ceremony with you and your loved ones. Congratulations!”
- “Congratulations and warmest wishes as you renew your vows! We are thrilled to join you on this special day, reconfirming your love.”
- “Happy 40th anniversary! Wishing you a wonderful day as you exchange your vows once again.”
- “Congratulations on your 40th anniversary and your vow renewal! Thank you for sharing your declaration of love with us.”
- “Congratulations on 40 years of love and devotion. As you renew your vows, may your love continue to grow stronger and your bond continue to deepen. Happy anniversary!”
- “As you renew your vows on your 40th anniversary, may your love be reaffirmed and your hearts be filled with joy. Your love story continues to inspire us all.”
- “Congratulations on renewing your wedding vows! May this moment be a celebration of the love, trust, and commitment you've shared for four decades.”
- “To the amazing couple renewing their vows, may this renewal be a reminder of the beautiful journey you've embarked upon together. Happy anniversary!”
- “Congratulations on reaffirming your commitment to one another! May your 40th anniversary be filled with love, laughter, and joy.”
- “May the love between you continue to grow stronger with each passing year. Congratulations on your vow renewal and your anniversary!”

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40th Work Anniversary Wishes

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Honor a dedicated coworker who has strongly impacted your company. Staying with a company for 40 years is an impressive feat that deserves to be recognized. Thank your coworker, boss, or employee for all the hard work they’ve done over the years, and highlight all their skills and accomplishments. Make sure they feel truly appreciated on their 40th work anniversary. Here are some examples of work anniversary messages:^{[10]
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- “Happy work anniversary! 40 years is so impressive. I don’t know where we’d be without you and your talent.”
- “Thank you for all your leadership, inspiration, and hard work for the last 40 years. We hope you have an amazing day on your work anniversary!”
- “You're a star! Where would we be without you? Happy 40-year work anniversary!”
- “Time flies when you’re having fun… or getting paid. Congratulations on 40 years of success, hard work, and incredible impact. You’re an inspiration to us all!”
- “I’m truly in awe of you and everything you’ve accomplished. This company would be nowhere without you. Congratulations on this milestone anniversary.”
- “Here's hoping this message stands out amongst the many "Congrats" on your LinkedIn work anniversary post. Celebrating you today!”
- “To a colleague who brings positivity, enthusiasm, and talent to the workplace, happy 40th anniversary. Your hard work and commitment are truly appreciated.”
- “Wishing a happy 40th anniversary to a colleague who is not only a talented professional but also a wonderful person. May your career continue to flourish and bring you joy.”
- “Congratulations on 40 years of dedication and professional excellence. Your passion for your work is evident in everything you do. Wishing you a happy anniversary and many more successful years ahead.”
- “To a wonderful colleague, happy 40th anniversary. Your dedication, teamwork, and positive attitude are truly inspiring. Wishing you continued success and happiness.”

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What is a ruby wedding anniversary?

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Traditionally, milestone wedding anniversaries are associated with specific gem stones, and the 40th anniversary is associated with rubies.^{[11]
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How to Write a Meaningful Anniversary Message

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If you’re writing an anniversary card for your partner, think of some of your favorite memories you’ve shared with them over the past 40 years. Reminisce on a memory or milestone that holds special significance for the two of you. If you’re writing a card for another couple, share one of your favorite memories of the two of them together.^{[12]
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Let your partner know how much they mean to you. This can be as simple as saying “I love you,” or go for a more elaborate declaration. However you choose to say it, just make sure it comes from the heart. If you’re writing a message for another couple, let them know how much you admire them and how happy you are to be in their lives.^{[13]
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Celebrate accomplishments and milestones. You’ve probably accomplished many things together over 40 years, so take some time to reflect on your journey together. Celebrate the milestones you’ve achieved as a couple and as individuals, and know that you’ll both continue to cheer each other on for years to come.
- The same goes for celebrating other couples. Let them know how proud you are of everything they’ve done together.
After 40 years, you probably have a lot of fond memories to look back on, but remember, your relationship isn’t over. Think of all the wonderful things you haven’t experienced yet. Let your partner, or the couple you’re celebrating, know how excited you are for what the future holds.^{[14]
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