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Nicolle Gil marries Iñigo Ariño in Madrid - exclusive pictures

Don’t miss the beautiful photos and the interview that Julián Gil and his daughter shared on their most exciting day!


SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 3:21 PM EDT

Congratulations to Nicolle Gil and her husband, Iñigo Ariño! Julian Gil’s daughter was married in a catholic ceremony today September 10th, two years after their civil wedding on October 1st, 2019.

The long-awaited religious wedding had to be postponed due to an unexpected and incredibly difficult battle the groom had to endure due to cancer from which he was fortunately victorious.The bride looked radiant walking down the isle next to her father on this very special day. She was wearing a princess style dress with a heart-shaped neckline and revealing a bare back under embroidered tulle with 3D flowers from the fashion house Pronovias, a glamorous ensemble of perfect proportions that integrated heavy and detailed embroidery. The elegant groom waited at the altar dressed by Euromoda, a Puerto Rican brand.

We had the chance to chat with the ecstatic bride and her proud father, famous actor Julian Gil a few hours before the big event on this very emotional and unforgettable day.

“With our wedding, we are not only celebrating our love, we are also celebrating life. I’m happy.” –Nicolle–
Nicolle Gil marries Iñigo Ariño in Madrid   exclusive pictures© Hola
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WE TALK TO THE BRIDE, NICOLLE GIL

Nicolle, before anything else, how is Iñigo doing after the terribly difficult battle he had to endure these past months?

Iñigo is doing very well, let’s say he has recovered almost entirely. He was declared cancer free in March, that’s when we began planning the wedding again. Now he gets checked every three months just to make sure all is well.

Yours is a true love story. When your partner fell ill, you chose to stay and fight this cruel battle with him instead of running away like it often happens in life. Did the idea of abandoning him ever cross your mind?

Not at all. This was a test that couples usually go through after many years together, for us it was in October, right after our civil wedding. I can’t lie to you, it was terribly difficult, -she recalls-. My husband said to me, “I understand if you don’t want be with me during this process, it’ll be extremely hard.” I told him he was crazy, that we were sticking together through thick and thin. My husband is the love of my life, so I never doubted it for a second, this was just another challenge in our relationship, it made our bond even stronger.

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Did you ever doubt that this long awaited day would come?

No, I never really thought of that, I was so focused on his well-being, his recovery was the only thing that mattered to me. To be honest, I didn’t think about our wedding at all. I remained very positive during the whole process, his state of mind was extremely important to me. I wanted Iñigo to see strength in me, this would help him be stronger and give both of us hope to go on. I remained so positive throughout the entire process that I never really though about what could go wrong. I truly believe this helped us achieve such a positive outcome. But let me tell you, the process wasn’t easy at all.

How are you feeling on you big day?

I’m incredibly happy! When we found out he was cancer-free, I said to him, “Now we have to celebrate!” We’re not only celebrating our love with this wedding, we’re celebrating life. I’m ecstatic!

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Why did you feel the need to seal this love with a religious ceremony?

I was brought up in the catholic faith, and celebrating my marriage this way was incredibly important to me. It was also a dream of mine to have my father walk me down the isle and hand me over to the person I would be spending the rest of my life with.

Till death do us part? That’s a huge commitment!

Yes, of course. -She answers laughing.- If God allows it, of course.

What are you most looking forward to on such a very special day?

Celebrating life with my husband, being with my mother and my father. Having my entire family here with us, and being able to enjoy the people I love, that’s enough for me. And again, more than anything, I want to celebrate life.

HOLA! USA Digital Cover Julian Gil© Hola
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With so many men on this planet, what was so special about this particular one that made you realize he was the love of your life?

It felt different when I met Iñigo. I was already thirty years old and more mature as a person. Don’t ask me why, but I knew I was going to marry Iñigo the moment I met him. I just knew I’d spend the rest of my life with him. It was crazy, we met at a party and since then we were never apart. We were separated briefly when he decided to move to Spain, then he returned to Miami to propose. I think I knew since the very first moment I laid my eyes on him, that he would be my partner for life. The complicity we have as a couple is amazing. We get along so well. We’re incredibly compatible, very different, but the same in many ways.

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Are you ready to have kids?

Definitely! That’s our priority after the wedding and honeymoon. It’s something I really want. I’m almost thirty-five! My biological clock is ticking! I’m dying to be a mother, that’s definitely the next step. God willing, I’ll be in the process of becoming one by this time next year.

Why did you choose this particular church for you wedding?

I chose the Basílica Pontificia de San Miguel, because of all the beautiful churches in Madrid, this one took me back to my family. I don’t know, it was this feeling I had. It’s a small and cozy church, I love it. Plus its location in downtown Madrid is perfect for all of the guests that came from abroad, this way they can experience this beautiful part of town.

How did you choose your dress?

It was quick, I thought it didn’t really matter much what I would wear, -she admits humbly. - I know that many brides spend days or even months looking for their dress. I went to Pronovias and that same day I’d chosen my dress. It was so easy. We had three fittings so it would look perfect on me. I loved the princess style and how if fit my body, it really accentuated my figure. I really like the embroidery, the lace, and the little flower details.

And what can you tell me about your flower bouquet?

It’s not the same bouquet I’d chosen in the beginning, I changed it yesterday. The first one was made of peonies but when the flowers arrived, they were not at their best because they are out of season. So I went with something a bit more classic, white roses and green.

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How would you describe your wedding bands?

Iñigo will use the classic gold band and mine will have small diamonds. They were made in Cataluña by the brand Clemencia Peris.

Your wedding reception will take place in El Campillo, a country estate near the historical town of El Escorial, a 40 minute drive away from Madrid.

I got lucky there too because it was the first venue I visited. I fell in love with the place the moment I saw it. It’s beautiful, and it has so much outdoor space. It’s perfect taking COVID into consideration. Besides, I like the fact that one of the owners grew up in Puerto Rico.

What advice did you receive from you father for such a special day?

When I mentioned it would take place in Spain, he though it was a wonderful idea. He advised me to enjoy every minute of it without giving in to stress, and that I should always remember what is most important, celebrating our love.

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OUR CONVERSATION WITH THE FATHER OF THE BRIDE

Julian, how are you experiencing these precious moments with your first-born child here in Madrid?

I’m over the moon. My daughter is one the most important projects of my entire life. Being able to witness and share her dream of getting married and start a family is turning out to be something amazing. I’m experiencing mixed emotions, somehow, I just can’t wait for this to happen. There’s about 50 people that have come from very far, it’s a beautiful moment to reunite so many family members that are here from different countries.

This experience must be even more meaningful after witnessing your daughter’s suffering because of her husband’s recent illness.

Their wedding and his life is a double celebration indeed. The fact that he’s healthy after being attacked by cancer has brought them closer as a couple, it made their bond stronger. They went through six months of fighting this terrible disease, taking chemotherapy treatments in the middle of a pandemic… It was incredibly tough, but somehow this brought them together even more, and now they’re stronger than ever. The entire family is very happy for them.

What do you think you’ll feel the moment you walk you daughter down the isle?

I’ve experienced quite a few nerve-wracking moments in my life and I think this is one where I won’t be able to control myself. I recall living such beautiful moments with her… the day she was born, when she turned fifteen, and so many others. Walking her down the isle will be extremely emotional for me, I will definitely be crying. Good thing men don’t have to wear makeup! (Laughs)

Are you closing a chapter in your life?

It’s more of a small graduation for me. Raising and learning from my three children has been one of the biggest challenges in my life. More than closing a cycle, I think I am beginning a new one where I get to enjoy my daughter as a married woman. I was only fifteen when she was born and had to become a man overnight. I’m looking forward to enjoying this new phase of her life, and the possibility of becoming a grandfather as well. It’s a small graduation for her mother and I, we’ve raised her with good values, she’s proof that we did something right.

“I would love for her [Valeria] to be the one to catch my daughter‘s bouquet.” –Julián–
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Your son Julian just got engaged. Are you afraid your girlfriend Valeria will get the “itch” (as they say) and tell you you’re next?

You’ll have to ask her. And if that were the case, if that’s what she wants, I’d obviously say yes. It could happen. Why does it always have to be the man who proposes?

On such a special occasion for your family, I’m sure little Matias will be greatly missed.

I’d certainly love for him to be here, but unfortunately and for obvious reasons we all know, he can’t. I think I’ll have the opportunity to live moments like this with him when he grows up. This is something we’ve had to deal with as a family. Thank God we’re surrounded by love everywhere we turn, there’s an abundance of that for sure.

Are you excited with the idea of experiencing your daughter’s wedding with Valeria?

SOf course, even though I think she’s more nervous than my own daughter! (Laughs)

Will your daughter hand her bridal bouquet to Valeria?

I don’t know, but I’d love for Valeria to catch it! We’ll see…

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