On July 1, 2026, Angela Nikolau, 33, and Vanya Beerkus, 32, were arrested after climbing to the antenna of the Empire State Building in New York City. The couple displayed a banner that read, 'When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace.' Beerkus appeared to propose to Nikolau during the stunt, which attracted attention from news helicopters. The New York City Police Department responded to a call about the couple's climb, noting broken locks on the 104th floor. Nikolau shared an Instagram story from the top, encouraging her followers to watch a livestream. The couple has a history of similar stunts, including a documentary titled 'Skywalkers: A Love Story' released by Netflix in 2024. Following the event, some media commentators expressed concern over the nature of the proposal.
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Couple Arrested After Climbing Empire State Building for Marriage Proposal
Angela Nikolau and Vanya Beerkus were arrested on July 1, 2026, after climbing the Empire State Building for a marriage proposal. The couple displayed a banner and shared the moment on social media before being taken into custody by the New York City Police Department. Their stunt drew mixed reactions, with some commentators expressing concern about its recklessness.
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