Zeinab Harake and Bobby Ray Parks Jr. embrace privacy and presence at wedding: "no phones"

• Zeinab Harake and Bobby Ray Parks Jr. requested a strict no-phone policy during their Tagaytay wedding
• The couple emphasized presence over social media, valuing privacy and real connection
• Zeinab thanked Bobby Ray for healing her broken heart in an emotional vow, Bandera reported
• Wedding highlights were later shared in a nearly one-hour video on their YouTube channel

Newlyweds Zeinab Harake and Bobby Ray Parks Jr. chose a meaningful and heartfelt way to celebrate their love—by making their intim@te Christian wedding a phone-free zone.

Held on June 1 at the picturesque Crystal Palace of Aquila in the Sky in Tagaytay City, the couple made a special request to all their guests: no phones, no photos, and no videos during the ceremony.

According to Zeinab, their goal was to keep the moment solemn and sacred.

“Yung sa gift nire-request namin, privacy lang. Gusto ko presence. Labas ang social media sa araw ng kasal, gusto ko presence ng mga nagmamahal sa amin,” she shared in an interview.

The heartfelt request was honored by those in attendance, making space for genuine connections and undivided attention during the vows and the ceremony.

Later on, the couple uploaded a nearly hour-long video to their YouTube channel, showcasing highlights from their special day.

In a particularly emotional segment of the video, Zeinab opened up about her journey to finding love again.

“When we first met, I was not looking for love, I was running away from it. But you were so kind and gentle that I felt my heart slowly opening up to you,” she said, reflecting on her relationship with Bobby Ray.

Bobby Ray, a professional basketball player, also expressed deep admiration and love for his bride.

“She’s just a loving person. She’s always smiling and happy. She may have those rough days, rough patches, but at the end of the day, I always tell her that I fell in love with her heart.”

During her wedding vows, Zeinab made a touching promise to her husband: “I will choose you every day, even on the days when it’s hard, lalo na kapag magkalayo tayo.”

The couple’s decision to prioritize presence over digital documentation sends a powerful message about love, connection, and authenticity.

Zeinab Harake is one of the most popular vloggers and social media stars in the Philippines. She is best known for the unique and creative content in her vlogs. The star was in a relationship with Skusta Clee, a Filipino rapper, songwriter, and record producer. The former couple has a daughter named Zebbiana, or simply Bia. The famous vlogger also has an adopted son named Lucas. Zeinab is married to Bobby Ray Parks, Jr., often referred to in the media as Ray Parks, a Pinoy-American professional basketball player.

Bobby Ray Parks, Jr. was able to spread “kilig” vibes on social media due to his recent post dedicated to Zeinab Harake. On Thursday, June 5, the basketball star shared a photo showing a handwritten note. It displays a short yet romantic quote about crushing on someone. The B.League’s Impressive Asia Player of the Year likewise tagged the vlogger and celebrity mom in his post.

Zeinab Harake left a positive comment on Ivana Alawi’s latest post. Ivana just dropped another makeup transformation on her social media pages. She published a video showing her hopping on the “Cleopatra” makeup trend. In her entry, the famous influencer featured her lovely bare face before she transformed into the said Egyptian queen.

Source: KAMI.com.gh