Marni & Peter in Akron, OH

Peter had heard about Marni long before they met in person. Peter's nephew, an acquaintance of Marni's, had crank-called Peter at 3 a.m. to tell him that their gang of friends was going to Marni's skating rehearsal to jokingly yell out scores. After that Marni never left Peter's mind. Two years later, the two finally hit it off. The Bride Marinela (Marni) Halasa, 42, figure skating professional/performance artist The Groom Peter Cecere, 52, entrepreneur The Date May 25 After three months, they talked about tying the knot. As a matter of fact, while on their way to one of Marni's skating shows, they were married by a former officiant from India in the back of a New York City cab. The pair officially celebrated in Akron, the bride's hometown.