Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has officially tied the knot with his partner of 26 years, Diana Taylor. The billionaire businessman, aged 84, and Taylor, 71, exchanged vows on Monday during an intimate ceremony held at their Upper East Side residence in Manhattan, New York.
A representative for Bloomberg confirmed the union in a formal statement, noting that the gathering was private and attended by immediate family, including Bloomberg's two daughters, Emma and Georgina. The couple reportedly celebrated the milestone with a luncheon hosted for around 15 guests right after the ceremony, according to Punch.
The spokesperson explained that the newlyweds originally connected over two decades ago due to a chance seating arrangement at a Citizens Budget Commission gathering during Bloomberg's run for mayor. Taylor had shared more details about their early days in a 2020 interview, recalling that they met at a business event and later bumped into each other at an eatery, where Bloomberg invited her out for drinks.
Taylor and Bloomberg officially began their romance in 2000. Over Bloomberg’s 12-year administration as the leader of New York City from 2002 to 2013, Taylor frequently joined him at public events, earning widespread recognition as the city's de facto first lady.
Beyond her public role beside Bloomberg, Taylor built an extensive professional background in finance and public administration. She previously worked as a Wall Street executive and served as the New York State Superintendent of Banks during the tenure of former Governor George Pataki. In 2021, she was appointed chair of the board of directors for the New York City Ballet.
This wedding marks the second marriage for both individuals. Bloomberg was previously married to Susan Brown from 1975 until their divorce was finalised in 1993, sharing two daughters with her. Taylor has also been married once before.
