In a recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Colman Domingo, the talented and Emmy-winning actor known for his roles in Euphoria, The Color Purple, and Rustin, shared a heartwarming story about how he met his husband, Raúl Aktanov Domingo. This real-life love story has all the makings of a romantic comedy, and it's bound to warm your heart.
The story begins in 2005 in Berkeley, California, where Colman was innocently going into a Walgreens to purchase a facial mask for the night. Little did he know that this seemingly mundane errand would be the starting point for a life-changing encounter. As Colman walked into the store, his attention was immediately captured by a person walking out, a person with beautiful hair cascading down and a lip piercing. Colman couldn't help but be captivated by this stranger.
As fate would have it, Colman and the mysterious stranger exchanged glances. However, their brief connection was interrupted by the presence of a young woman who seemed upset. Nevertheless, Colman couldn't shake off the impact this encounter had on him. His interest was piqued, and he wanted to know more about this captivating individual.
Unfortunately, it appeared that Colman's attempt to connect with this person was met with a setback. They walked away down the street, and though Colman waved to catch their attention, they kept going. Disappointed, Colman found himself inside a nearby Blockbuster, feeling baffled by what had just transpired.
But destiny had other plans. While inside the Blockbuster, Colman decided to check the time and discovered it was 8:03. He wondered if the person he had encountered earlier would still be there. Hopeful, he left the store, anticipating the possibility of seeing them again the following Sunday. Colman knew he was a hopeless romantic.
As if the story wasn't already too good to be true, it takes an even sweeter turn. Colman had contemplated placing a 'Missed Connections' ad, pondering if such ads ever worked. And then, as he was flipping through page two of the ads, he stumbled upon one that caught his eye. It described his encounter outside Walgreens in Berkeley. Colman couldn't believe his luck - the stranger had placed an ad for him just two hours before!
With newfound excitement, Colman reached out, confessing that he was the person the ad described, complete with his faux hawk hairstyle from that era. The connection was made, and the two arranged to meet up for their first date. The chemistry was undeniable, as they ended up spending the night together, though initially, Colman intended to just cuddle.
At 4:00 in the morning, unable to sleep, Colman found himself uttering those three magical words, 'I think I love you, and you're about to change my life.' Little did he know just how accurate that statement would be. Fast forward to today, and Colman and Raúl Domingo have been happily married since 2014, celebrating nearly 19 years together.
This enchanting 'missed connection' love story serves as a reminder that sometimes, life takes us on unexpected journeys, leading us to find love in the most peculiar places. It's a story that warms our hearts and reminds us to remain open to the possibilities that life presents to us.
Do you have a cute and fun love story of your own? We would love to hear about it in the comments section. Love stories like these are meant to be celebrated and cherished, and who knows, maybe someone out there is searching for their own 'missed connection' to create their own happily ever after.
