Former MMA champion Conor McGregor has opened up about the unexpected inspiration behind his marriage to long-time partner Dee Devlin. The fighter shared a remarkable story connecting a psychedelic experience in Mexico to his secret Vatican City wedding ceremony.
A Hallucinogenic Awakening
McGregor explained that he underwent a hallucinogenic treatment in Tijuana, Mexico, at age thirty-seven. The treatment aimed to help him process past trauma. Upon waking, the athlete experienced a powerful moment of clarity about his life and family.
"I felt an intense need to wed Dee," McGregor stated, describing the immediate impulse that followed his recovery. This decisive feeling pushed him to finally marry the woman who has been by his side for over sixteen years.
The Secret Vatican Ceremony
The couple quietly exchanged vows on December 12 at the Chiesa di Santo Stefano degli Abissini. This historic church stands as one of the oldest within Vatican City. McGregor emphasized that the wedding felt deeply meaningful and divinely guided.
"I married the love of my life, Dee, on the 12th of the 12th at exactly 12:12pm," he revealed. The precise timing held special significance for the fighter, who believes a higher power orchestrated the events.
Unexpected Timing and Numerology
Interestingly, the wedding was originally scheduled for a later date. A letter from the Vatican arrived just one week before the ceremony, requesting the couple move their wedding earlier. McGregor viewed this last-minute change as part of a greater plan.
He then delved into personal numerology surrounding the event. The wedding took place exactly 151 days after his birthday. McGregor pointed out that "Jesus Christ = 151" and "Conor McGregor = 151" according to his calculations. He also referenced Psalm 151, calling the entire sequence a "divine orchestration."
The Treatment Experience
McGregor previously shared details about his hallucinogenic journey in Mexico. During the treatment, he reported seeing vivid visions. These included an encounter with Jesus and a vision of his own death. The fighter stated the experience helped him confront deep emotional pain.
Celebration Details
Following the intimate ceremony, the couple celebrated into the night. Footage showed their first dance to Mariah Carey's "Dreamlover." They were also seen touring Rome in a classic white 1930s Rolls-Royce Phantom III.
Dee Devlin wore an elegant white lace dress for the occasion, while McGregor chose a classic black tuxedo. The celebration reflected their joy after years together.
A Strong Partnership
Dee Devlin has consistently supported McGregor through various challenges, including past legal issues. After a recent civil court case, she affirmed their resilience. "Conor and I dealt with these issues privately many years ago," she said, "and we have come out stronger than ever."
The couple, who share four children, now view their secret Vatican wedding as a pivotal moment. It was a ceremony born from a psychedelic awakening and filled with personal symbolic meaning.
