Oluwabamike “BamBam” Olawunmi and Tope “Teddy A” Badman are two of the most popular Big Brother Naija alumni. Both have competed in the third season of the show, and although neither of them became the winners, both of them have earned love and respect from the viewers. Check out the details of their fairytale Dubai wedding!
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1. Before the wedding
The couple met in 2018 during that year’s season of Big Brother Naija and quickly became virtually inseparable. However, it took Teddy A and BamBam more than a year to come to a decision to get married. Back in August, BamBam shared an Instagram photo of her engagement ring from Teddy A with a simple caption: 🥰.
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🥰 @iamteddya
167.6k Likes, 24.5k Comments – Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan (@bammybestowed) on Instagram: “🥰 @iamteddya”
The engagement ring was certainly impressive and fans were very happy for the newly engaged lovebirds. However, what was even more impressive is how quickly Teddy A and BamBam planned their first, traditional wedding.
2. Traditional wedding
The couple, who are affectionally called BamTeddy by their fans, had their traditional wedding in early September. The ceremony took place in Ilaro, Ogun State, which also happens to be BamBam’s hometown. The event was attended by several Nigerian celebrities, including the BBN 3 housemates, as well as the couple’s friends and families.
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Known for their impeccable taste, BamBam and Teddy A did not disappoint with their traditional nuptials. The ceremony was breathtakingly beautiful and the bride had at least three outfit changes. BamBam and Teddy A then shared some of the photos from the event on their Instagrams to the delight of millions of their followers:
My Forever Outfits: @bimmms24 Styling: @medlinboss Gele: @tboygele Makeup: @chiniellabeauty 📸: @momodumedia @laphyphotography #BamTeddy #bamteddy2019 #harvestoflove
143.3k Likes, 4,884 Comments – Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan (@bammybestowed) on Instagram: “My Forever Outfits: @bimmms24 Styling: @medlinboss Gele: @tboygele Makeup: @chiniellabeauty 📸:…”
The last tribe of the Yoruba angels 😏 #BamTeddy2019 #BamTeddy
118.5k Likes, 1,962 Comments – TEDDY-A #ALPHA (@iamteddya) on Instagram: “The last tribe of the Yoruba angels 😏 #BamTeddy2019 #BamTeddy”
Love lives here! ❤️ Outfit: @lookslikeagoodman
130.2k Likes, 3,738 Comments – TEDDY-A #ALPHA (@iamteddya) on Instagram: “Love lives here! ❤️ Outfit: @lookslikeagoodman”
My asoebi ladies were fire!!!! Soo many beautiful pictures to choose from. Outfit: @bimmms24 Styling: @medlinboss Gele: @gele_by_segunlagos Makeup: @chiniellabeauty 📹: @momodumagic #BamTeddy #BamTeddy2019
75.9k Likes, 644 Comments – Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan (@bammybestowed) on Instagram: “My asoebi ladies were fire!!!! Soo many beautiful pictures to choose from. Outfit: @bimmms24…”
3. White wedding
However, that wasn’t all that the beloved Big Brother Naija couple had planned for their big day. A few weeks after their traditional wedding ceremony, BamBam and Teddy A announced that they will also have a white wedding event in Dubai.
The ceremony coincided with the One Africa music festival, which was scheduled to take place in Dubai on November 14-16. November 16 was also the date the newlyweds selected for their second wedding. Teddy A and BamBam even invited fans to join the celebration by purchasing one of the packages including travel to Dubai, hotel accommodations, and an invitation to the wedding.
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The white wedding in Dubai, which became known as #BamTeddy2019 on Instagram, became one of the most star-studded events of the year. It was attended by the couple’s closest friends, family members, and many Big Brother Naija alumni, including Omashola, Linda Osifo, Frodd, and Ifu Ennada.
The all-white event was undeniably beautiful and planned to perfection. There are thousands of photos on Instagram, posted both by the newlyweds and their guests, that showcase the tasteful, fun, and memorable event. The ceremony included several outfit changes. Here are some of the best moments from #BamTeddy2019:
🥰 Dress: custom made hand beaded wedding piece by @manalajaj Styled: @elegantebytiannah Stones @swarovski MUA: @chiniellabeauty Hair: @dvreloaded Event planner: @antolecky 📸: @laphyphotography #bamteddydubai2019 #bamteddy2019 #bamteddy #bride @pauloo2104 @oneafrica_musicfest @upfrontandpersonalbooking squad: @medlinboss and team
145.3k Likes, 7,228 Comments – Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan (@bammybestowed) on Instagram: “🥰 Dress: custom made hand beaded wedding piece by @manalajaj Styled: @elegantebytiannah Stones…”
Coolest dad in Africa ✨#bamteddy2019 #bamteddydubai2019
2,287 Likes, 44 Comments – Samuel Olawunmi (@samuel_olawunmi) on Instagram: “Coolest dad in Africa ✨#bamteddy2019 #bamteddydubai2019”
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955 Likes, 2 Comments – JaddyBlog💞🌸🌸🌼 (@judith_moses) on Instagram: “@nancyisimeofficial With the lovely couples #bamteddydubai2019 . . . . #bamteddydubai2019 #bambam…”
@bammybestowed made a beautiful bride🔥😍❤️ . . Styled by: @medlinboss Bouquet: @medlinboss Makeup: @chiniellabeauty Hair styled by: @dvreloaded . . #bamteddy2019 #bamteddydubai2019 #sugarng
1,147 Likes, 2 Comments – Sugar Weddings & Parties (@sugarweddings) on Instagram: “@bammybestowed made a beautiful bride🔥😍❤️ . . Styled by: @medlinboss Bouquet: @medlinboss Makeup:…”
Gorgeous bride @bammybestowed and bridesmaids ❤️❤️ @antolecky @tomike_a @kokobykhloe @alex_unusual @chiniellabeauty @lifeofjemimah @tmtbylayinka . . #bamteddy2019 #bamteddydubai2019 #sugarng
1,008 Likes, 4 Comments – Sugar Weddings & Parties (@sugarweddings) on Instagram: “Gorgeous bride @bammybestowed and bridesmaids ❤️❤️ @antolecky @tomike_a @kokobykhloe @alex_unusual…”
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7 Likes, 0 Comments – Everything With AJ (@everythingwith_aj) on Instagram: “The latest couple in town, check out my new post, link in bio #bamteddy2019 #bamteddy…”
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