Eloping after 6 weeks of dating, Bette Midler and her husband are still in love after 39 years

The Hollywood icon Bette Midler, who was 39 years old at the time, astonished everyone by proposing to Martin von Haselberg, an artist who was 35 years old, after they had only been dating for six whole weeks.

An Elvis impersonator served as the lone witness and officiant for their wedding ceremony, which took place at the Starlight Chapel in Las Vegas. The couple made the choice to elope in a hurry.

The core of their enduring love story, which has now spanned almost four decades, was distilled in their impromptu wedding, which cost only forty-five dollars.

As she reflected on the odd beginning of their relationship, Midler reminisced about the spontaneous ceremony and the spectacular clothing change that her husband made before they said “I do.”

That Midler and von Haselberg’s love has endured the test of time is a testament to the unorthodox origins of their relationship.

The couple welcomed their daughter Sophie, who is now 36 years old, into the world two years after their crazy adventure in Las Vegas.

Nevertheless, for a considerable amount of time, they did not own any photographic documentation of their enchanted wedding day. It was not until a very unexpected gift arrived in the mail that they discovered photographs from the long-forgotten event.

Midler has admitted that there had been conflict in the past between them, but that these disagreements were finally handled through compromise and a shared dedication to raising their daughter.

Their road has not been without its difficulties. A perspective that was repeated by Midler, who complimented her husband for his unshakable dedication as a father, was Von Haselberg’s emphasis on the significance of placing family above all other considerations (or priorities).

Over the course of their marriage, they have gained an understanding of the importance of listening to one another, being willing to compromise, and taking responsibility for their actions.

In spite of the highs and lows, their relationship has only strengthened over time, culminating in the happiness of being able to accompany their daughter down the aisle in the year 2020.

Their story provides as a ray of optimism in a field that is sometimes afflicted by relationships that are of short duration, and it serves to remind us that genuine love is not limited by any boundaries.

Let us continue to tell their tale and congratulate their steadfast dedication to one other as we celebrate the wonderful trip that they have taken.