First couple wed in Manhattan under Marriage Equality Act!

After 23 years together, it was a sweet moment when a Chelsea couple exchanged "I do's" this morning on the first day same-sex marriage became legal in New York state.

Kaptur congratulates Phyllis Siegel, 76, and Connie Kopelov, 84 (seated) the first couple married this morning at the Manhattan City Clerk's office. Kaptur was on hand when the couple exited the building and raised their arms in victory to a cheering crowd.

"It was just so amazing,’’ Siegel said outside. ‘‘It’s the only way to describe it. I lost my breath and a few tears." She added: ‘‘This is the first day of the rest of our lives.’’