Behind Every Great Man…

As I’m sure all you Yankees fans are already aware, Mark Teixeira has just signed on to join the New York team, much to the dismay of longtime rivals, the Boston Red Sox.

Apparently, Marky-poo’s decision to sign with the Yanks was heavily influenced by his wife, Leigh, which we here at CC find totally amazing. It’s one thing to gently guide your man into buying not-so-ugly jeans, or spending his time with you instead of the guys, but there is something to be said about a woman who can dictate her uber-successful husband’s career.

Guess we know who wears the pants in that one.

So this got us thinking: what other couples (besides our parents who both know that mama is boss) out there are dominated by the lady?

It seems this is far more common than we all thought – women are dominating relationships all over Hollywood. Here are a few of our favorites:

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Ok, so, yeah, he’s Brad Pitt – God of Gorgeous, but let’s be real. It’s pretty clear that Ms. Jolie has a firm grip on his balls (lucky bitch).

Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer. Brad’s ex may have been the one left in the dust in that relationship, but we all know who’s running ship now. In her interview for Vogue’s December issue, Aniston was quoted saying, “Trust me, you’ll never see that happen again from that man,” about Johnny’s comments to the Paps regarding their earlier break-up. You tell him, home girl.

Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher. Maybe it’s the fact that she’s old enough to be his mother, but it’s undeniable that Demi wears the pants in this one. We imagine she even tucks him in at night. Awww.

Victoria and David Beckham. Probably the most beautiful couple ever, but I have a sneaking suspicion that what Posh says, goes. (Lord knows he would never pick out a sweater like that.) Unlike me, I’m sure Posh has become immune to David’s smoldering good looks. Personally, I’d give that man whatever he wants. But that’s just me.

Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal. They are an adorable couple, aren’t they? But my guess is that Reese isn’t about to put with any more male shenanigans (Ryan, you idiot), so she’s keepin Jakey in check. Atta-girl.

Madonna and Guy Richie. RIP. This may be a case of woman on top gone wrong (not like that, dirty; that kind can never go wrong, teehee). Sure, it’s over, but there is no doubt Madonna ran sh*t in that household. Rumor has it she would schedule him in for sex. That’s no way to live. I mean, you gotta give it to the woman for letting no man run her life, but damn, girl.

These couples just prove that behind every good (looking) man there is an even better woman.