nuSep 21, 2026, 07:51

Folk singer John West marries Marina: A fairytale

Folk singer John West has married his partner of thirteen years, Marina, in a wedding he described as a fairytale. The couple, who share two children, celebrated with a large event for friends and family following their engagement earlier this year.

Folk singer John West has officially married his long-term partner, Marina, in a celebration he described as a fairytale. The 38-year-old artist expressed deep gratitude for their thirteen-year relationship, noting that they have supported each other throughout the significant growth of his music career. West invested heavily in the wedding to ensure his family and friends experienced a memorable event, marking the occasion as a pinnacle moment in his life.

The couple, who share two sons named Angelito and Tonino, became engaged in March 2024. West, known for his popular tracks like Jouw Blik and Lekkerding, recently collaborated on the single Habibi with Numidia. Following the wedding, the singer is preparing for his upcoming twentieth-anniversary concert scheduled for December 19 at Rotterdam Ahoy, further cementing his long-standing presence in the Dutch music scene.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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