Overview

• On July 5 the couple exchanged vows at Heidelberg’s baroque Palais Prinz Carl in an intimate civil ceremony with close friends and family.
• Leyla Lahouar overcame two blocked ribs and acute arm pain after same-day treatment, allowing her to join the ceremony pain-free.
• During the ceremony Mike Heiter paused before a framed photo of Leyla’s late father, placed his hand on his heart and vowed to care for her always.
• The pair covered the full cost of their German wedding while granting Bild.de exclusive filming rights for a four-part documentary.
• They are now finalizing a larger celebration on Italy’s Amalfi Coast in late August, which will be livestreamed on Bild.de.