Some call it fate, others call it chance... we call it a match. In October 2017, Brandon and Jonathan were both swiping on Tinder. At the time, Brandon was living in Virginia and visiting New York City for Halloween weekend, while Jonathan was heading upstate with his fraternity brothers for a performance. As one arrived and the other left, Tinder stepped in — and helped two soon-to-be soulmates connect. Brandon made the first move, sending a simple “hey.” They instantly bonded over their shared love of X-Men, sparking a conversation that lasted for days and led to countless FaceTime calls. On November 22, 2017, Brandon and Jonathan finally had their first date. Their connection only deepened, and in January 2018, Jonathan made the trip to Virginia. After spending a weekend together, both of them knew it was meant to be. One night, they got lost in Washington, D.C. with their phone batteries dying, turning what could’ve been a stressful situation into an adventure — and realizing that sometimes, getting lost together can help you find what truly matters. From the very beginning, their love faced challenges. Brandon was building his career as a forensic scientist in Virginia, while Jonathan was rooted in New York — caring for family and pursuing his dream of becoming a journalist. For the next five years, they made long-distance work until 2023, when they finally made Queens, New York their shared home. Throughout those years apart, they navigated uncertainty during the Covid-19 pandemic, celebrated exciting moments like starring in a 1-800-Flowers Valentine’s Day commercial, and shared one of the most unforgettable moments of their lives — an engagement proposal in Central Park. Their journey together has been nothing short of an adventure — one that began with a simple swipe right. Now, they’re ready to take the next leap, merging their lives and families to become Mr. and Mr. Calixto-Reyes.