Taylor Smith and Carsten “Bergie” Bergersen, stars from Love Island USA, recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary. Taylor affectionately referred to Bergersen as her “dream man,” highlighting the joy in their relationship.
The couple, who finished in third place during season 5 of Love Island USA, has navigated the challenges of a long-distance relationship.
Despite the difficulties that many couples face in similar situations, Taylor and Bergie have shown that true love can overcome obstacles.
On August 24, they marked their one-year anniversary with heartfelt messages on social media. Bergie shared a romantic post on Instagram featuring several photos of the couple, including solo shots of Taylor. His message expressed deep affection: “Happy 1 year anniversary to the girl who has made me the happiest for the last 365 days!”
Bergie reflected on their past year, noting that it was filled with laughter and love. He humorously mentioned his relationship with airports, saying, “I have developed a relationship with airports, where I’m either really excited to go or never want to leave!” He acknowledged the bittersweet nature of long-distance love but emphasized that their bond has grown stronger through countless FaceTime calls and shared memories. “We have had so many FaceTime calls this past year that have gone on for endless hours but still never feel long enough!” he wrote.
Bergie reminisced about their adventures together, from spontaneous trips to precious moments that have become part of their love story.
He also highlighted how they met on Love Island in August 2023, joking that their journey could fill an entire season of a show.
Taylor also took to Instagram to celebrate their anniversary, sharing a post filled with photos that captured the magic of their first year together. One image showed a heart made of rose petals, while another featured a journal entry that read, “This is the day the man of my dreams walked into my life.”
In her emotional message, Taylor expressed her surprise at finding love on Love Island. “If you were to ask me before going on the show, ‘Do you think you’re actually going to find love?’ I probably would’ve said the odds are very slim. But boy, was I wrong!”
For Taylor, Bergie represents a precious gift. She described him as a blessing she never expected but felt was meant to be. She also noted how he challenges her to grow and become a better person.
Both Taylor and Bergie’s anniversary posts reflect their deep love and respect for each other. Their journey together serves as an inspiration for couples everywhere, showing that love can truly conquer all.
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