Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has officially tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Mariah Riddlesprigger, in a beautiful ceremony held in Greece. The wedding, which took place over the weekend, was attended by several high-profile guests, including NBA stars like LeBron James and Jrue Holiday. Antetokounmpo’s teammate Khris Middleton served as the best man for the event.
Antetokounmpo, who is a two-time NBA MVP, and Riddlesprigger, who hails from Fresno, California, have been together since the early days of Giannis’ move to the United States after being drafted by the Bucks. The couple shares three children and has often spoken about the importance of family in their lives.
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During the wedding, which was also attended by tennis legend Serena Williams and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Antetokounmpo expressed his gratitude for Riddlesprigger, calling her “the real MVP” in their relationship. In the Amazon documentary Giannis: The Marvelous Journey, he emphasized how integral family has always been to his life, a sentiment echoed by Riddlesprigger.
The couple’s relationship has been deeply rooted in shared values, with Riddlesprigger noting how Antetokounmpo’s dedication to family made him stand out from the start. The wedding was a celebration of their love, surrounded by family, friends, and fellow athletes, in the country where Antetokounmpo was born to Nigerian parents.
Their union marks another milestone in the life of the NBA star, both on and off the court.
