John Legend Used To Be A "Selfish" Partner To Chrissy Teigen

John Legend went back in time, detailing how he acted during the early stages of his relationship with Chrissy Teigen.

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During a recent chat, Legend confessed that he wasn't fully committed when he and Teigen initially got together.

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The pair hit it off and began their romance when they first met on the set of a music video in 2006.

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Although they tried to take things slow in the relationship, they eventually got married in 2013.

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Legend went on to admit that he was "selfish" and not a "great partner.”

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He, however, stated that he got his act together and fought hard to save his relationship.

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According to the "Ordinary People" singer he and Teigen have been through a lot and are now stronger as a couple.

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The 43-year-old celebrated his ninth wedding anniversary with the model in an impressive style.

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He dedicated the song, “Wonder Woman” to his beloved wife.

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