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Ashley Brooke and Ryan Chambers met more than 10 years ago, but their story didn't start until 2012. Ashley's path led her to Ryan after an emotional split from her college boyfriend and first husband. Ashley was rebuilding her life, when her neighbors (who happened to be Ryan's brother and sister-in-law) made it their mission to set the two up. From the onset of their relationship, Ryan stood by Ashley's side, supporting her as she learned to trust and love again. Eager to start their married life together, the two said "I do" only three weeks after getting engaged. Their episode is filled with laughter, tear-jerking stories, and displays of their overwhelming support for one another—especially after Ryan was diagnosed with cancer in 2018. This is their story.
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Jennifer Ashley Wright, a novelist, and Daniel Kibblesmith, a comic book author and staff writer at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, met at a mutual friends holiday party in New York City. The self-proclaimed introverts hosted a literary themed wedding celebration on August 26, 2017 with bookish details like a newspaper-inspired program with articles, comic strips and horoscope contributions penned by their guests, bookmark escort cards and a 60-second novelist for an interactive guest entertainment element during cocktail hour. Oh, and did we mention a guest appearance from Spider-Man at the reception? Each element played up the couple’s shared love of literature for a celebration that was uniquely their own. Their episode is filled with humor, honesty and promises of commitment to one another, even when they’re ghosts. This is their story.
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Michael Russo and Richard Piana married on July 26, 2014, following a ten year long engagement. From an initial meeting where it was love at first sight in 2001 to an epic wedding celebration more than a decade later in 2014, their love story goes to show that good things are worth the wait. Despite same-sex marriage not being legalized for all U.S. citizens until June 26, 2015, Mikie shares on the episode that he always knew he would get married to the man he loves most, Richie. And for them, planning their wedding was all about finding a locale and vibe that was a true reflection of who they are together. When they arrived at Harbor Club at Prime in Huntington, New York, they knew immediately it was the perfect venue for their wedding. As for the decor and style of their celebration, Mikie, who is founder and CEO of Michael Russo Events, found inspiration from a pair of Christian Louboutin striped sneakers! Tune in to hear what traditions they tossed, twisted and made their own. This is their story.
Episode photo courtesy of Anthony Vazquez Photography.
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Paige and Colin Chenault married on June 18, 2005. These Texas natives are all about hard work and community. They have spent the past two decades building, growing, and fostering incredible professional and personal networks across the country. Both Paige and Colin have achieved incredible feats in their careers, family life and fitness. Together, they co-founded The Birthday Party Project, a non-profit whose mission is bringing joy to children experiencing homelessness through the magic of birthdays. In their fourteen years of marriage they've experienced a rollercoaster of getting scrappy, supporting one another and pushing through to the next big thing. These two aren't afraid of hard work. This is their story.
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Caitlin and Ben Binder-Markey’s marriage and relationship is a true testament to their vows, “for better, (or) for worse.” Their love story began as an unexpected summer romance. After realizing their love was so much more than a season, they overcame distance and continued to get to know each other. Eventually, love made its way to marriage, and—despite foreclosed wedding venues and ceremony details gone awry—Caitlin and Ben promised to love and cherish one another ‘til death do them part. A blissful couple of years as newlyweds had them feeling fulfilled and ready to grow their tribe. It was then that they discovered fertility, pregnancy and the road to parenthood isn’t paved in gold. On this episode of XOXO by The Knot, you’ll hear from Caitlin and Ben, a Chicago couple who have lived the highest highs and lowest lows in their marriage. They share the best parts of falling in love and married life, as well as address some of the most difficult challenges, including fertility and being a supportive partner through tough times. Together every step of the way, their love story speaks to their strength as a couple. This is their story.
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Sonya and Dell Curry married on August 27, 1988. Sonya is still trying to live down her choice of bridesmaid dresses from 30 years ago. Inspired by the team colors of the Charlotte Hornets—where her husband and NBA shooting guard, Dell Curry, was drafted to play the season following their wedding—Sonya selected vibrant turquoise gowns for her bridesmaids. It’s been more than three decades since Sonya and Dell said “I do,” and their lives have taken them on many adventures: from moves around the country for Dell’s career as a professional athlete to their journey through parenthood. Sonya, Dell and their children—Sydel, Seth and Steph Curry—have lived in the spotlight for decades, but over the course of their lives, Sonya and Dell continue to remain true to who they’ve always been and what they’ve always valued: their family and each other. This is their story.
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Kailey and Russell Dickerson met during their undergraduate studies at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. Kailey hails from Wisconsin, and brought her midwestern charm to the south, where her and Russell became fast friends. They married on May 5, 2013. These days, they spend a lot of time together traveling around the United States, with Russell performing at sold out shows and Kailey capturing it all from behind her camera lens. They’ve been a power couple for years, supporting each other and growing together, but, before Russell was selling out stadiums, he and Kailey were newlyweds just trying to pay the bills and pursue their dreams. This is their story.
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When you’ve been a competitor on Bravo’s Top Chef, how do you even begin to plan out the catering for your own wedding? Dale Talde and Agnes Chung married on October 10, 2015 in Hudson, New York. Their celebration was filled with amazing, hand-selected food, three days of activities so they could make the most of every moment, and beautiful, deeply meaningful traditions to celebrate Agnes’s Korean culture and Dale’s Philippino heritage. In the years since their “I do's” they’ve launched new business ventures together—including their most recent company Food Crush Hospitality—bought their first home and welcomed their son, Everest, into the world. Despite all the changes happening in their lives, they always manage to keep each other number one. This is their story.
(Photo by: Table 4 Weddings)
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Exploring love in real life. A modern look at love, marriage, and relationships. We’re connecting with real couples from all walks, ages and eras, sharing their love stories: their struggles, strengths, trials and triumphs. This is XOXO by The Knot.
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