Love, Law, and a Climb to Fame | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

A daring love stunt turned legal drama: Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov scaled the Empire State Building on July 1, unfurled a banner declaring “love conquers power,” and got engaged mid-climb. Now facing multiple charges—including burglary and reckless endangerment—they appeared in court still in their climbing gear, including Nikolau’s signature bat-ear mask. Their lawyer framed it as a bold message of love, sparking online admiration and even playful jabs from the Empire State Building’s official account. The couple, featured in the documentary Skywalkers: A Love Story and together since…