Michael Bloomberg and Diana Taylor Marry in Private NYC Ceremony

Michael Bloomberg and Diana Taylor tied the knot on Monday in a private ceremony held at their Upper East Side residence, marking a formal union following more than two decades together.

The Bloomberg-Taylor Union:

Relationship Duration: 26 years, beginning with a chance meeting in 2000.
Ceremony Scale: A small, private event involving immediate family and close associates.
Key Attendees: Bloomberg Philanthropies CEO Patti Harris, Mark Lebow, and former CIA Director George Tenet.

Private vows at the Upper East Side residence

The former New York City mayor, 84, exchanged vows during a small ceremony at his home, according to a spokesperson for Bloomberg. The event included his daughters, Emma and Georgina, as reported by ABC7 New York. Following the ceremony, the couple hosted a lunch for a dozen close friends and family members.

The celebration continued with an intimate dinner at Gabriel’s, an Italian restaurant on Central Park South known for hosting New York City’s influential figures, Page Six reported. Witnesses at the dinner noted the newlyweds appeared happy and conducted toasts at the conclusion of the meal. While others in the group toasted with bubbly, Bloomberg reportedly did not consume any alcohol, Page Six reported.

A quarter-century of domestic partnership

The timeline of the couple’s relationship traces back to a 2000 Citizens Budget Commission meeting. During Bloomberg’s first campaign for mayor, the pair was seated next to each other by chance, NBC New York reported. The Cut added that fate intervened a second time that same night when the two dined at the same restaurant, leading Bloomberg to approach Taylor’s table for a drink.

"Former NYC Mayor Mike Bloomberg, 84, and Diana Taylor, 71, tied the knot today in an intimate ceremony at their Upper East Side home. After 26 years together, they finally said “I do!”"

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Taylor, 71, has maintained a high-profile presence in New York’s professional and civic circles for years. During Bloomberg’s three terms as mayor, she served as the city’s unofficial First Lady. Her professional background includes serving as the New York State superintendent of banking during the administration of Governor George E. Pataki, Page Six reported. In 2021, she was approved as the chair of the New York City Ballet’s board of directors.

The evolution of relationship terminology

Despite their long-term status, the couple had previously avoided formal labels. During Bloomberg’s 2020 presidential campaign, Taylor addressed the ambiguity of their connection in an interview with The Washington Post. She expressed a dislike for the term “girlfriend” because it sounded “temporary” and “junior high,” yet she found the term “partner” too business-like.

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“Nobody’s come up with the language around what we are,” Taylor told The Washington Post.

Bloomberg had also previously deflected inquiries regarding his marital status. In a 2011 appearance on “The View,” when teased about marriage, he responded, “Let’s talk about something [else],” Page Six reported.

Political and philanthropic figures attended the wedding dinner

The wedding dinner included high-level political and philanthropic figures. Patti Harris, the CEO of Bloomberg Philanthropies, attended with her husband, Mark Lebow. Harris previously served in Bloomberg’s administration as deputy mayor and as New York’s first female first deputy mayor, Page Six reported. Former CIA Director George Tenet was also present to offer congratulations, Page Six reported.

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Bloomberg’s personal history includes a previous marriage to Susan Brown in 1976, a union that ended in 1993, Page Six reported. Taylor was also previously married prior to her relationship with Bloomberg.

The couple was most recently seen attending the Lincoln Center gala earlier this year, Page Six reported.

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