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We all know love and life are sometimes very tricky and very untraditional. Roles are often reversed and the idea of what a man or woman should do or even be in most cases is situational. This was the case for Love Is creator Mara Brock Akil. In a recent interview, the 48-year-old revealed she actually proposed to her husband Salim Akil and that fans of the show would be able to see that very real proposal in an upcoming episode.

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“[My show “Love Is”] is 90% truthful and 70% factual…the essence is true and the facts are manipulated. Because, at the end of the day, we have to tell a story. And as unique and wonderful as our story is, it could get boring if you go literal. I can’t wait to get to the episode where I propose to him, because I did.”

The Akils, who celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary in April, wed in 1999. They share two sons, Yasin Brock Akil and Nasir Brock Akil.

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