The daredevils who climbed the Empire State Building in July are speaking out about the stunt and what comes next.
Angelina Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov scaled the 102-story building in a moment that captured the world’s attention. Once they reached the top, they unfurled a banner with the Jimi Hendrix quote, “Once the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world knows peace.”
During the stunt, Mr. Kuznetsov, 32, proposed to Ms. Nikolau, 33, before the New York City Police Department apprehended them.
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In a sit-down with “Good Morning America” on Wednesday, Mr. Kuznetsov said they are “ready to take responsibility” for the stunt. The couple were arrested for reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, burglary and misdemeanor climbing of a structure but were released under court supervision.
The Russians, who are in the U.S. on a talent visa, bought tickets to gain entry to the building and slept there overnight before their climb the next morning.
They told “GMA” that they feel the need to apologize to “only” the NYPD and first responders who apprehended them.
“When we met with them at the top, and he asked, ’Are you OK?’ I said, ’Yes, yes.’ They were so kind, professional,” Mr. Kuznetsov said.
Ms. Nikolau’s father says the two were already married before the stunt, calling the climb a “performance.”
The couple is due in court on Thursday.
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