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Angela Bassett says the secret to her 26-year marriage is having a “supportive partner”. The 65-year-old actress tied the knot with her Yale School of Drama classmate Courtney B. Vance when they reconnected in their late thirties and their union is as strong as ever. She told PEOPLE: “From the beginning, he was always just a very supportive partner and he continues to be to this day. And our communication continues to be strong, But it always comes back to, he’s always been thoughtful about me. His core burns pure.” Courtney added: “It’s kindness and support. There are no perfect marriages. It…