Russ and Stephanie have known each other since middle school, however, it wasn't until after college when they were reunited through mutual friends, did they start to hang out more regularly. Flirting during fantasy football drafts, bar hopping in Belmar, or dancing the night away at friends' weddings, the two have always enjoyed their time together while building a friendship.
Then one cold December night, at a gathering with friends in Atlantic City, was when that little spark between the two turned into a flame. Shortly after, Russ asked Stephanie out on a date and the rest is history.
The two began dating on January 7, 2015.
Stephanie scheduled some time to visit Russ while he was in Las Vegas playing in the World Series of Poker. On July 1, 2016, in front of their dearest friends, Russ proposed to Stephanie on the High Roller Ferris Wheel.
To say she was surprised would be an understatement. Stephanie knew she would come home with a souvenir or two from her trip, but never imagined a diamond ring and a promise to live the rest of their lives together.
Russell and Stephanie married on October 7, 2017 in front of their family and dearest friends at St. George Greek Orthodox Church. The celebration continued at the Bay Head Yacht Club.