June 18, 2008: Star Trek actor George Takei and partner Brad Altman were the first couple to purchase a marriage license from the city of West Hollywood, California, since the state began issuing licenses to gay couples. The couple set a wedding date of September 14, 2008.People: George Takei Obtains a Marriage License (June 17, 2008)
Quotes
"We are first and foremost beyond delighted! It's a landmark day." — George TakeiPeople: George Takei Obtains a Marriage License (June 17, 2008)
"I started singing 'One Singular Sensation. (Brad) said 'I love you' and I looked at him and said, 'I love you." — George Takei said upon receiving licensePeople: George Takei Obtains a Marriage License (June 17, 2008)
"I think it's a glorious California morning to make history. Congratulations to all of us: May equality live long and prosper." — George TakeiE! Online: George Takei: Licensed to Wed (June 17, 2008)
"It's going to be the only day like this in our lives. And it is the only day like this in the history of America." — George TakeiE! Online: George Takei: Licensed to Wed (June 17, 2008)
References
Fast Facts
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Couple began dating 21 years ago
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State Supreme Court lifted ban on same-sex marriages in May 2008
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License good for 90 days
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Wedding location
Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles
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Friends and family to attend ceremony
