In a heartwarming ceremony, reality stars Alexa Santamaria and Lino Troisi tied the knot in a modest courthouse wedding in Winter Park, Florida, on 17 July. The couple, known for their appearances on the Netflix series Temptation Island, celebrated their union in an intimate gathering, attended by just six close family members ahead of a larger wedding planned for October in Sorrento, Italy.
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Santamaria, who will soon turn 31, expressed her thoughts on the unique two-part wedding approach they decided upon: “We wanted an intimate ceremony where we could be fully present with our immediate families, followed by a larger, multi-day celebration in Italy where we could celebrate with all of our friends and extended family.” The couple was adamant about keeping their special day simple and meaningful, focusing on the essence of their marriage.
Joined by Santamaria’s mother, stepfather, and brother—alongside Troisi’s parents and his 94-year-old grandmother—this small gathering lent a personal touch to the occasion. Reflecting on the importance of having his nonna present, Troisi remarked, “Being able to share such an intimate moment with the people who have supported us from the very beginning means everything to us.” This day is one he plans to cherish forever.
The love story of Santamaria and Troisi began in 2020 at a local gym, where they first noticed each other. Their mutual attraction morphed into companionship after a serious injury sidelined Troisi, prompting him to muster the courage to speak with Santamaria. Their subsequent relationship blossomed and led them to become the only couple to remain faithful during their time on Temptation Island.
Their engagement took place in June 2024 in Hawaii, following a period of separation while filming the show’s season finale. Santamaria described the moment as “truly felt like something out of a movie,” while Troisi noted it was one of the proudest times of his life. Their engagement ring—a stunning solitaire emerald-cut diamond—was a cherished gift from Troisi, and he even conducted a second private proposal after the cameras stopped rolling.
For their courthouse ceremony, Santamaria wore a timeless “Valencia Mini” dress by Rosie Etienne Bridal, complemented by a handcrafted pearl veil. She worked with professional hair and makeup stylist Dorka Jones to create a soft and glamorous look for the occasion. Troisi opted for a stylish Todd Snyder linen suit, which was both practical for the Florida summer and reflective of his personal style.
Both Santamaria and Troisi view marriage not just as a formality, but as a deep commitment to each other. They believe it embodies the essence of partnership, support, and shared experience. Santamaria emphasised, “It’s about building a partnership rooted in love, trust, respect, and always showing up for each other.” Troisi echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of the person one chooses to spend life with, stating, “It’s the person you’ll build a family with, celebrate life’s biggest moments with, lean on during the hardest ones, and continue choosing every day through every season of life.”
Their plans for the future are bright and ambitious. Both Santamaria and Troisi aspire to travel extensively, build a family, and one day move to Italy, where they hope to start a business together. They intend to take each moment as it comes and cherish their life together as newlyweds before their larger wedding celebration in October.
In the whirlwind of planning and wedding festivities, the couple remains grounded in the present moment. Troisi reflected on the importance of enjoying each phase of their life together, stressing, “It’s easy to get caught up in what’s next, but I never want to lose sight of how special each chapter is while we’re living it.” As they embark on this new chapter, they are dedicated to nurturing their bond and fulfilling their dreams side by side.