What if I told you the Eiffel Tower… is taken? Like, romantically. And she’s not just in love—she’s married. cover art

What if I told you the Eiffel Tower… is taken? Like, romantically. And she’s not just in love—she’s married.

What if I told you the Eiffel Tower… is taken? Like, romantically. And she’s not just in love—she’s married.

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 In this delightfully bizarre episode of Brain Bamboozle, we explore the real-life love story between Erika Eiffel—a former Olympic archer—and her unconventional spouse: the Eiffel Tower. Yes, really. From a heartfelt ceremony in Paris to an ongoing anniversary tradition, Erika’s romance with the iconic landmark blurs the line between emotional connection and architectural admiration. But is this story a unique expression of identity… or a tall tale built on steel and sentiment?

Reality check:

This story is largely true, with some important context. In 2007, Erika Eiffel (born Erika LaBrie), an American woman, held a commitment ceremony with the Eiffel Tower and changed her surname to reflect the relationship. However, this was not a legally recognized marriage—no jurisdiction officially allows people to marry objects. Erika is known for objectum sexuality, an orientation where people form emotional bonds with inanimate objects. She openly celebrates her connection to the Eiffel Tower and did hold a ceremony with friends, but the marriage is symbolic, not legal.
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