Empire State Building Climbers Kiss After Release from Jail

The daredevil couple Ivan Beerkus and Angela Nikolau, who climbed the Empire State Building to get engaged, were released under supervision and immediately shared a passionate kiss outside the courthouse. The incident took place on March 29, 2023.

The newly engaged thrill-seekers walked out of Manhattan Criminal Court hand in hand on Thursday morning and planted a kiss for the cameras, showing that a night behind bars couldn't dampen their spirits. They looked overjoyed and relished the media attention.

The couple faces multiple felony charges, including reckless endangerment and burglary. They appeared in court in the same black outfits they wore during the climb, did not enter a plea, and were granted supervised release.

The previous day, the pair sparked a massive emergency response after scaling the 1,454-foot landmark, unfurling a peace banner, and getting engaged before climbing back down. NYPD officers had to ascend the skyscraper to apprehend them, with body cameras rolling.

Despite handcuffs, court appearances, and jail time, the couple's love remains strong. The incident has sparked widespread discussion, with some criticizing the stunt and others admiring their bravery and romance. Social media is buzzing with comments both condemning and supporting their actions.