Marisa Abela reveals ‘disappointing’ night she thought her husband was going to propose in Paris but ‘instead found him in a ball on the floor being sick’

Marisa Abela has revealed the ‘disappointing’ moment she believed her husband was about to propose during a romantic trip to Paris.

The Back to Black star, 29, married West End actor Jamie Bogyo, 31, in September at a picturesque 15th-century manor house in Sussex.

The couple first met while studying at RADA in 2016 and later became engaged in July 2024 during a stroll through Primrose Hill in London.

In a new interview, Marisa admitted the proposal came as a surprise, revealing she had expected it to happen weeks earlier while they were in the French capital.

She told The Sunday Times: ‘We were at dinner with friends and he went back to the hotel saying he was ill but that I should stay. 

Pretending to play along with what she thought was going to be a proposal, the actress continued: ‘I got back later, expecting roses and champagne to be everywhere, and instead found Jamie in a ball on the floor being sick. 

Marisa Abelahas revealed the ‘disappointing’ moment she believed her husband was about to propose during a romantic trip to Paris

The Back to Black star, 29, married West End actor Jamie Bogyo, 31, in September at a picturesque 15th-century manor house in Sussex

‘I had to play off my disappointment really quickly!’ 

It comes after the pair said ‘I do’ at a country manor house – surrounded by friends, family, and a touch of old Hollywood glamour. 

The couple exchanged vows in a late-afternoon ceremony at Firle Place, and in a romantic nod to one of the first moments of their relationship, Marisa walked down the aisle to the theme from Cinema Paradiso – the film the pair watched together before saying ‘I love you.’ 

Jamie’s best man, Nate Janis, officiated the ceremony, while the bride’s and groom’s fathers both gave heartfelt readings.

Their drama school friends, Liadán Dunlea and Iwan Davis, performed a touching rendition of ‘May You Never’ by John Martyn. 

In stunning photos obtained by British Vogue, Marisa exuded elegance in a satin Emilia Wickstead gown, complete with a dramatic nine-foot veil.

The chic white wedding dress, inspired by Audrey Hepburn, featured a drop waist and sculpted off-the-shoulder micro-sleeves that hugged the actress’s arms, while a structured corset created a sleek silhouette. 

She paired the show-stopping gown with custom Jimmy Choo Max 150 heels, which were personalised with the couple’s initials on the sole, adding a sentimental touch.

The couple first met while studying at RADA in 2016 and later became engaged in July 2024 during a stroll through Primrose Hill in London

To complete her bridal ensemble, the Back to Black star wore her brunette locks in a polished, slicked-back bun, and accessorised with diamond drop earrings and a sparkling diamond headpiece.

Meanwhile, Jamie looked dapper in a custom double-breasted tuxedo by Dunhill, complete with black-and-white detailing.

After the ceremony, Marisa changed into a second Emilia Wickstead creation, the elegant ivory Micheline gown, for the evening reception. 

Cut to a sophisticated column shape, the floor-length dress boasted a tailored fit and a wide-set square neckline.  

Speaking about her choice of dress to British Vogue, Marisa said: ‘It was its own show-stopping moment with its simplicity and cut, but was slightly more practical, I needed something to be able to dance in!’ 

She added: ‘I wanted something sexy that really felt like me, and I love tailoring, the sport shorts were perfect, and I could really let loose.’ 

After saying ‘I do,’ the newlyweds celebrated with their guests under a shower of confetti, sipping their favourite champagne and cocktails alongside a spread of canapés. 

Later in the evening, everyone was whisked away to Soho House Brighton, where they enjoyed an intimate dinner followed by a lively night of dancing.