John and Ayla's journey began on June 9, 2021, when their mutual friend, Kara Alviti, added them to a group chat. At the time, Ayla had just returned home after months away from the East Coast, while John was a charming bachelor awaiting the arrival of someone special in his life. After a few weeks of exchanging messages, Ayla and John agreed to meet for drinks. On the evening of June 19, 2021, John found himself at The Brunswick, surrounded by his closest friends. Ayla arrived with her cousin, Andre D'allesandro, who was there to ensure her safety. They were dropped off by her mother, Amora Callahan in her infamous black Cadillac. While the exact meeting spot remains a mystery, it was widely known that John already had one too many shots, while Ayla remained completely sober. Fortunately, John switched to water after that, and the rest, as they say, is history. Since then, John and Ayla have effortlessly complemented each other’s lives, filled with more love and laughter than they ever thought possible.