Marques Houston marries 19-year-old fiancée Miya Dickey
The 39-year-old singer called the marriage a 'dream come true' in an Instagram post
Singer, songwriter and actor Marques Houston married 19-year-old emerging singer Miya Dickey on Monday.
After their relationship endured some public controversy last month, the singers proceeded with a private wedding ceremony in Corona, California at the Eagle Glen Golf Club. Houston, 39, called the day a “dream come true,” in his Instagram post, saying that marrying Dickey was the best decision he ever made. Â
Miya Dickey, now known as Miya Houston, also used several posts to share her happiness.
“I can’t promise perfection but I can promise that every day I’ll try to be a better person. I love you, forever isn’t long enough,” wrote Miya.
Their wedding featured a performance from the singing group MAJOR. Miya wore a Jomo Patterson gown and Marques wore a white Shaker tuxedo, People reported.
“I was so nervous that I was actually shaking, but everything felt perfect when I saw Miya walk down the aisle. I told her I wasn’t going to cry, but I couldn’t hold it in. I cried like a baby,” Marques told the magazine.
After speaking to People, the newlyweds shared a joint Instagram post on Aug. 27 to celebrate their union.
“We can’t believe the day has finally come! The day when the two of us were bonded together before Jehovah to become one. Jehovah has blessed us with a true happiness that is unmatched! Matthew 19: 5,6 …,” wrote the Houstons.
Miya and Marques’ wedding took place five weeks after he made a post to clear the air about the legality of their relationship. Speculation had arisen about Houston dating Dickey before she was of age, Entertainment Tonight reported.
“Miya is like a daughter to Chris Stokes because we are all like family. Being a Jehovah’s Witness, we all showcase true love like family. That’s it,” wrote Marques.
“…Miya and I didn’t start dating until she was an adult. We fell in love and got engaged in March of 2019,” he continued.
Seven months later and the couple appears to be happily married.
“I just wanted everything to go perfect and it did…,” Miya told People recalling their special day.
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