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Wednesday, December 24, 1997 Published at 15:42 GMT
World: Americas
Woody weds long-time lover
![image: [ The couple are said to have a special affinity with Venice ]](/olmedia/images/_42367_allen_alt_300.jpg)
The couple are said to have a special affinity with Venice
The American film-maker, Woody Allen, has married Soon-Yi Previn, the adopted daughter of one of his former lovers. The wedding ceremony took place in the Italian city of Venice on Monday. The couple had asked the authorities there to keep the wedding secret, but a New York newspaper leaked the news. Soon-Yi is 35 years younger than the 62-year-old Allen. The disclosure of the affair - six years ago - led to a highly public legal battle in which Woody Allen had to defend himself against allegations of child abuse. He was cleared of all charges. Mr Allen is famous for his films and comedy performances. He is also known for his regular clarinet perfomances at a New York jazz venue.
Their affair began while Woody Allen was in a long-term relationship with Soon-Yi's mother, the American actress, Mia Farrow, who had adopted her at an early age. ![[ image: Mia Farrow - the step-mother of Soon-Yi Previn and Mr Allen's previous partner]](/olmedia/images/_42367_woodym~1.jpg)
Mia Farrow - the step-mother of Soon-Yi Previn and Mr Allen's previous partner
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