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The equestrian lover couldn’t be happier than to have found the man who shared her passion for horse riding, and saying “I do” with him was a dream come true.
Jennifer Gates Marries Asian Equestrian Nayel Nassar
The eldest daughter of Bill Gates and Melinda Gates married long-time love Nayel Nassar, 30, in Westchester County this weekend.
A source previously told PEOPLE that it “will be a big wedding. They both seem very excited about their wedding week.”
The couple exchanged vows in an intimate Muslim ceremony on the Gates’ estate in North Salem, New York, according to the Daily Mail.
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The initial exclusive ceremony was held ahead of their Saturday wedding and reception at the same location, which boasts more than 300 invitees on the guest list. Coldplay and singer Harry Hudson performed at the ceremony.
Jennifer, who is an equestrian and is currently studying medicine in New York City, dazzled in a long-sleeved lace dress custom designed by Vera Wang for her Saturday nuptials. She was reportedly walked down the aisle by both her parents, who announced their divorce earlier this year after 27 years of marriage.
Last month, Jennifer’s mom Melinda Gates threw her a bridal shower, which she shared on Instagram, captioning the post: “Thank you for this incredibly special celebration, @melindafrenchgates. So deeply grateful for all the amazing women in my life who advise, support, and uplift me. [Cheers] to this new chapter!”
Jennifer Gates And Nayel Nassar’s Relationship Timeline
Jennifer began dating Nayel Nassar – a businessman, who, like herself, is an accomplished equestrian and fellow Stanford University graduate – in 2017.
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In 2018, after graduating with a degree in economics in 2013, he returned to Stanford to cheer on his girlfriend Jennifer, when she earned a degree in human biology.
“Lucky me, she’s beautiful and has a Stanford degree! ?? Congratulations love, on all you’ve achieved these last 4 years. Can’t wait to continue this wonderful journey with you ☺️#stanfordgrad2018 #beenthere #classof2013 #imgettingold,” he captioned a shot of the couple at her graduation.
The pair also celebrated their 1-year anniversary in January 2018, with Jennifer writing, “Nobody rly knows whether our official dating anniversary is today or yesterday but that’s ok… happy to be yours every day.”
Nassar also shared a separate post with a picture of him kissing Jennifer on the head and captioned it: “Happy first year my love! Here’s to many more.. ❤️❤️.”
Jennifer revealed in a 2019 interview with CNN’s EQ Equestrian show that their mutual love for the sport was what drew them together.
“Horses are just one part of our life, but we love the sport,” she told the outlet. “He’s a professional, and I do this as an amateur. So, to be able to share our love and passion for horses with each other is just incredible.”
The couple became engaged during a ski trip and publicly announced their engagement in January 2020.
“Nayel Nassar, you are one of a kind. Absolutely swept me off my feet this past weekend, surprising me in the most meaningful location over one of our many shared passions,” she captioned the Instagram post about the big moment. “I can’t wait to spend the rest of our lives learning, growing, laughing and loving together. Yes a million times over.”
Nassar similarly shared his joy, writing: “SHE SAID YES!! I’m feeling like the luckiest (and happiest) man in the world right about now. Jenn, you are everything I could have possibly imagined..and so much more. I can’t wait to keep growing together through this journey called life, and I simply can’t imagine mine without you anymore. Love you more than you can possibly imagine, and thank you for making every single day feel like a dream to me. Here’s to forever!”
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