Guess what? Maria Menounos and Keven Undergaro did it again! This time, the couple decided to celebrate their love in a sun-soaked ceremony in Kalamata, Greece, on Saturday, Oct. 6. This marks their second wedding, following an unforgettable surprise New Year's Eve wedding in NYC’s Times Square on Dec. 31, 2017. Talk about a love story that deserves a Hollywood movie!
Now, here’s the backstory: Maria, who’s 40, and Keven, who’s 50, started dating way back in April 1998. That’s right—two decades of love, laughter, and life together. So, why Greece? It’s simple. Maria's parents, Costas and Litsa Menounos, are both Greek, and the couple wanted to honor their roots with a lavish ceremony surrounded by family and friends. This wasn't just a wedding—it was a celebration of their heritage and their journey together.
A Wedding Rooted in Tradition and Love
Take a moment to picture this: a quaint Greek village, the aroma of fresh olive groves, and the love of family and friends filling the air. That's exactly what Maria and Keven created for their special day. In a heartfelt Instagram video posted just before saying “I Do,” Maria opened up to her nearly 1 million followers, sharing her excitement and gratitude. She said, "I’ve been planning this for maybe a month, but really, I've been planning it in my heart for a long time. Greece means so much to us. It’s where our roots are, and I’m beyond thankful to everyone who helped bring this dream to life.”
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Maria didn’t stop there. She went on to share her heartfelt feelings, saying, "Honestly, I feel like the luckiest girl in the world. I have the best husband, the best family, and while nothing is perfect, I’m so incredibly blessed. Today, we’re celebrating our love in this beautiful village where I secretly dream of moving someday, though Keven might not be thrilled about that idea!" Her words resonated with so many, reminding everyone that love is about embracing imperfections and celebrating the good moments.
The First Wedding: A Surprise to Remember
View this post on InstagramTruly a magical fairytale. Huge Thanks to @catering.dipnosofistirion @dimitrisskarmoutsos for the most amazing food and for making every dream come true. Everything I had hoped for you took to a level I couldn’t even imagine. Thank you to both Dimitris! #mariaandkevensbigfatgreekwedding
Let’s rewind to last December, when Maria and Keven surprised everyone with their first wedding. It happened live on Steve Harvey’s New Year’s Eve broadcast. Surrounded by their immediate family, including Maria’s mom, Litsa, who is battling stage-4 brain cancer, the couple exchanged vows. Steve Harvey even officiated the ceremony, making it an unforgettable moment for everyone involved.
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Why Two Weddings? The Journey of Love
Maria opened up to People about their decision to have two weddings. She explained, "It’s taken us a long time to get married because of the pressure of planning a big event. I’ve always wanted an intimate ceremony, and even though the first one was a surprise, it was perfect. This second wedding allowed us to invite our closest family and friends, creating a beautiful, stress-free atmosphere. It was just so perfect." And honestly, who can argue with that? Sometimes love needs two celebrations!
Congratulations to Maria and Keven on their beautiful double wedding journey! Their love story is a reminder that love is worth celebrating, no matter how many times you tie the knot.
