Marques Houston: From Witness Convention to "I Do" - A Love Story (Almost) Befitting a Rom-Com
Marques Houston, the man who brought us smooth jams like "Crash" and made us envious of his impeccable nineties fashion sense in "Sister, Sister," is a married man! But how did this R&B idol find his happily ever after? Well, buckle up, because this love story is equal parts heartwarming and eyebrow-raising.
The Plot Thickens: A Meeting at the Kingdom Hall (Hold the Tea!)
Yes, you read that right. Marques met his wife, Miya, at a Jehovah's Witness convention in 2018. Now, some might say meeting your soulmate at a religious gathering screams rom-com predictability. But plot twist! They weren't exactly struck by lightning or whispering sweet nothings amidst the hymnals. According to Marques, they were introduced through a mutual friend, and it wasn't until later that sparks (allegedly) flew.
From Amen to "Are You Single?" (The Age Gap Conversation We Can't Ignore)
Here's where things get a little interesting. Marques has been open about the fact that he met Miya when she was 17, though they didn't start dating until she was 18. This age difference has raised eyebrows, and rightfully so. Let's be honest, a grown man hanging around a teenager isn't exactly rom-com material. But hey, Marques maintains they had a spiritual connection that transcended age (cue the angelic choir music...maybe).
Side note: This isn't the first time the age gap between Marques and Miya has been a topic of discussion. Social media wasn't exactly overflowing with congratulations when they announced their engagement in 2019. But hey, to each their own, right? As long as the love is real (and legal), who are we to judge?
Fast Forward: From Convention Buddies to Happily Ever After (Kind Of)
Despite the whispers and raised eyebrows, Marques and Miya tied the knot in August 2020 in an intimate ceremony (thanks, COVID). They welcomed their first child, a daughter named Zara Denise, in December 2021, and by all accounts, seem to be living a blissful life.
So, there you have it folks! The story of how Marques Houston found his love at a Jehovah's Witness convention. It may not be your typical meet-cute, but hey, love works in mysterious ways, right? Whether this is a fairytale ending or a chapter straight out of a Tyler Perry movie, only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: Marques Houston's love life is definitely not short on drama!
