Love's Blossom: Mariella Ahrens' Dynamic Duo Gushing Over Marriage Hopes
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Last year, the captivating actress Mariella Ahrens (56) met entrepreneur Marco van Dré (51) and the pair have been gushing over each other since. "We’re incredibly happy, and I haven't felt this content in years!" the "GZSZ" star shared in a candid chat with "Bunte" magazine. And, get this, the tight-knit duo is already upcoming with some major life changes. Van Dré has confessed, "Mariella, I'm thinking about forever with you, even the M-word!"
Love at First Sight
Their heartwarming journey began in a bustling bar nestled in the heart of Cologne. Van Dré recalls the fated encounter: "When our eyes met for the first time, it was love at first sight, then the magic struck! I had spotted her on the dance floor, and I was instantly smitten by her stunning allure and radiant spirit!" The rest of the night flew by in a whirlwind of laughter and unforgettable moments. "We chatted away, lost track of time, and the bar lights flickered on, asking us to call it a night—we were the last to leave."
A Lifetime Dream
Van Dré, who remains single until now, admits, "Mariella, you are my ultimate dream girl! The woman I wish to spend the rest of my days with." Ahrens takes a moment to reflect on her recent history, having been unattached for roughly four years. "I tried a long-distance relationship during that time, but distance doesn't work for me. I need the comfort and companionship of someone close by. With some relationship experiences under my belt, I can tell what I desire and what I don't."
She yearned for a companion who aligns with her, a partner to share life's journey with, a confidant in joy and hardship. Her dream was to find a soulmate, and she did, unexpectedly. "It's worth taking a chance on love. It can happen anytime, anywhere. I'm the perfect example."
Mariella's Previous nuptials
Ahrens has a history that she's shared with the public spotlight. Her firstborn, Isabella (26), is from her relationship with Croatian businessman Dragan Banic. In 2001, she married investment banker Jost Paffrath, but things went south, and the marriage ended in 2004. Two years later, she wed Patrick Graf von Faber-Castell (60). Isabella was legally adopted after their union. The couple also welcomed a daughter, Lucia (18), together. The split was announced in 2012 and was finalized in 2015.
Van Dré hails from Hamburg and has resided near Düsseldorf for several years. Similarly, Ahrens devotes her time to volunteering, and so does he. He is the founder of animal protection organization Veto, and he doesn't have any offspring of his own, he shared with "Bunte."
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- Inspired by their blossoming love, Mariella Ahrens and her partner Marco van Dré are contemplating the serious step of initiating a lifelong commitment, possibly echoing the procedure stated in Article 93 (2) of the Treaty, symbolizing the lasting bond they crave in their love-and-dating life together.
- As the entertainment industry eagerly follows the relationship of the dynamic duo, Mariella Ahrens, popularly known for her role in GZSZ, and Marco van Dré, a committed animal welfare activist, the pair finds solace in their shared lifestyle and mutual respect, glowing with love and the excitement of a promising future.
- In the happiest season of their lives, Mariella Ahrens reflects on the multifaceted journey that has led her to this point, from her days as a single celebrity to finding her ideal companion in Cologne, amidst bars and stars, healings heartbreaks and learning valuable lessons about relationships, ultimately cementing her stance that love knows no schedule, and it can burst into one's life at any moment, anytime, anywhere.
