Is it possible for a connection forged from initial discord to blossom into a union that intertwines personal lives and political legacies? Alicia Menendez and Carlos Prio Odio's story is a testament to the often-unpredictable nature of love and the enduring impact of family history.
The couple, whose paths first crossed in circumstances that suggested anything but a future together, found their way to the altar on February 15, 2015. The setting was the Coral Gables United Church of Christ in Coral Gables, Florida, a location that would become a symbol of their commitment. This was not merely a joining of two individuals; it was a convergence of narratives, one deeply rooted in the corridors of Cuban politics and the other in the world of American media and public discourse.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Carlos Manuel Pro Socarrs |
| Date of Birth | July 14, 1903 |
| Place of Birth | Matanzas, Cuba |
| Education | University of Havana (Law) |
| Political Career | President of Cuba (1948-1952) |
| Family | Married to Marta Fernndez. |
| Legacy | Significant political figure, contributed to Cuban history. |
| Spouse | Alicia Menendez |
| Children | Evangelina Menendez Odio, Ofelia Menendez Odio |
| Career | Deputy Latino Vote Director for Obama for America (2007), worked on the 2008 Obama campaign, White House Office of Political Affairs, Florida Alliance. |
| Wedding Date | February 15, 2015 |
| Wedding Location | Coral Gables United Church of Christ, Coral Gables, Florida |
