On October 2002 the Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin, Texas echoed with the laughter of newlyweds Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson as they enjoyed their wedding reception. Years later the Lone Star venue welcomed another celebrity celebration as actor Harry Lennix, star of the FOX sci-fi series Dollhouse, said "I do" to his love, Djena Nichole Graves.
According to the couple's wedding announcement in the New York Times, a romance which began after Graves saw her future groom on stage in a production of Radio Golf, led to their nondenominational ceremony on June 27, 2009.
The Holmby Hills home of publishing icon Hugh Hefner may be accustomed to the sight of Playmates, but on June 27, 2009 the mansion transformed into a site for soul mates as Hef's former honey Kendra Wilkinson said "I do" to her love, NFL star Hank Baskett.
Linking arms with her brother Colin, the reality personality peered from behind the diaphanous blusher of her veil at the 300 guests who rose in her honor as she began her walk down the aisle. The sun's last rays dancing on the facets of her diamond and platinum Michael Barin jewelry, the bride made her way toward her groom, who presented her with a band to accompany the 2 1/4-carat princess cut diamond engagement ring from Bernie Robbins Fine Jewelers, which has graced her finger since November 2008.
A tender moment as the couple take their first steps together as husband and wife:
A view of the bride as she is escorted down the aisle by her brother:
In a portrait of the people from the bride's former life at the mansion, Kendra's former Girls Next Door co-stars Bridget Marquardt and Holly Madison act as bridesmaids (seen in the upper left hand corner of the photo) while Hugh Hefner, with his latest girlfriends, look on:
The couple exchange vows:
The waters of the familiar fountain at the entrance to the Playboy mansion seem to applaud its approval as the newlyweds stroll along the rose petal-sprinkled driveway:
Slipping his feet into a pair of flip flops, rocker Eddie Van Halen was "standing on top of the world for a little while" on June 27, 2009 as he watched Janie Liszewski, his love of the past three years, walk down the aisle. Feeling that there's no place like home to begin their life together as husband and wife, the couple had requested the presence of 100 friends and family members in the garden of their Studio City, California residence to help them celebrate the happy event.
The mother of his child and his friend forever, Eddie Van Halen's former wife Valerie Bertinelli was among the guests to catch a glimpse of the bride as she made her grand entrance in a Hanna Hartnell creation, designed with blush pink detailing against warm champagne-hued silk which harmonized with the fur of the bride's Pomeranian Kano, who escorted his human parent down a white rose petal path toward the groom (who wore all white for the occasion) to the tune of the Van Halen hit "When It's Love," performed by L.A.-based spring ensemble the Sonus Quartet.
The facets of her Bulgari jewelry twinkling in the waning evening light, Liszewski presented the performer with a yellow diamond-studded gold band during the nondenominational ceremony, while the groom gifted his bride with a platinum band to accompany the engagement ring that has graced her finger since Van Halen's August 4, 2008 proposal inside Tiffany's during a Hawaiian getaway.
Making theirs a family affair, Van Halen's son Wolfgang stood by his father in the role of best man while the groom's brother Alex Van Halen, who has stood so often on stage with the guitar god, pronounced the couple husband and wife.
Toasting to their union with nonalcoholic beverages, the newlyweds joined their guests poolside for a post-wedding feast of French fries, corn dogs and mini-hamburgers followed by glazed grilled chicken and filet mignon before sampling slices of a flower-bedecked white chocolate cake.
The newly dubbed Mr. and Mrs. are scheduled to embark on a honeymoon excursion that will take them to New York, Germany and the Netherlands, People magazine reports.
Final Week To Enter Lovetripper's "Best TV Weddings Ever" Contest
In celebration of the wedding season, Lovetripper has been taking a trip down memory lane this past month with a look back at some of the small screen's most sensational ceremonies. But as June draws to a close, so does our contest poll-- there's only one week left to vote for your all-time favorite TV wedding!
To enter, just choose your favorite TV wedding from the list on our contest page (write ins are also welcome), then tell us why youthink that wedding is the best. A selection of reader comments will appear in Lovetripper's Romance Hall of Fame.
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Kendra Wilkinson may have proudly flashed a diamond-studded grill during her days in the Playboy mansion, but for her wedding day the reality personality has chosen tradition over current trends, and will wear platinum and diamond jewelry created by Michael Barin when she pledges her love to Hank Baskett.
While all brides beam on the day they say "I do," Hef's former honey will have extra sparkle thanks to more than $100,000 worth of Barin's bijoux, including a $47,000 pair of platinum drop earrings with 4.25 carats of diamonds, a $33,700 platinum pendant with 2.50 carats of diamonds and a $21,00 platinum bracelet with 4.50 carats of diamonds.
The star of her own E! series will not be the first famous face to dazzle in diamonds from Michael Barin. Without A Trace cast member Roselyn Sanchez wears a 4.3-carat brilliant cut engagement ring and wedding band made by the jeweler, and donned more of Barin's designs for special day.
French President Sarkozy, Lee Radziwill Attend Wedding of Prada Executive
The devil may wear Prada, but the designer label's executive Mathilde Agostinelli looked like an angel when she arrived at city hall in Paris' 16th arrondissement on June 23, 2009 to exchange vows with fashion photographer Antoine Meyer. Wearing a flirty white frock and casual cardigan paired with seductive silver stilettos, the bride's wedding day dress was a marriage of innocence and intrigue as she walked down the aisle.
The stylish civil ceremony was a gathering of high society and famous faces, including President Nicolas Sarkozy (who had invited Agostinelli to attend his nuptials with Carla Bruni) and Lee Radziwill (sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis), PurePeople reported.
French President Nicolas Sarkozy after attending the wedding ceremony:
Lee Radziwill outside of city hall in the 16th arrondissement of Paris:
In June 2007, soccer star Joe Cole and his love Carly Zucker were among the guests seated in the pews at St. Peter's Church to witness the wedding of Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick and Lisa Roughhead. Two years later the couples found their roles reversed as Michael Carrick and his wife joined Chelsea and England captain John Terry, fellow soccer star Scott Sinclair, EastEnders cast member Kara Tointon and approximately 150 friends and family members as they rose from their places inside Royal Hospital in Chelsea in honor of Carly Zucker as she began her walk down the aisle. During the ceremony guests witnessed the groom slip a wedding band on his bride's finger to accompany the £50,000 engagement ring which has graced Zucker's left hand for the past two years.
The newly pronounced Mrs., who recently said so long to the single life with a bachelorette party at London nightclub Mahiki, has kept the style of her "I do" dress (which the Mirror indicates was purchased at bespoke wedding supplier Ana Cristache) a secret which will only be revealed to the public upon the publication of the magazine chosen to present the details of the couple's special day.
The bride wore a white dressing down for her walk to the vehicle which whisked her to the wedding venue:
Wedding guests John Terry, who heads the Chelsea and England soccer teams, and his wife on their way to the chapel:
Guests pose for posterity among arrangements of white roses outside the chapel at Royal Hospital:
Only days away from saying "I do" to her football star fiance Hank Baskett, Kendra Wilkinson bid a fond farewell to her former footloose and fancy free lifestyle with a fete that included at least one familiar face-- another of Hef's former honeys, Bridget Marquardt.
Gathering at Hollywood's Guys and Dolls bar-lounge (a hot spot owned by former daytime drama heartthrob Michael Sutton, who portrayed Stone Cates on General Hospital), pals bearing provocative presents for the bride-to-be stopped at the door to record video messages for the guest of honor before sampling servings of Sprinkles cupcakes, US magazine revealed.
On June 27, 2009 the reality personality will pledge her love to the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver, who will slip a wedding band on her finger to accompany the 2 1/4-carat princess-cut diamond engagement ring, purchased at Bernie Robbins Fine Jewelers in New Jersey, which the star has sported since November 2008.
An up close look at Kendra Wilkinson's 2 1/4 carat, princess-cut diamond engagement ring, which is embellished with 60 smaller diamonds. The 18 carat white gold ring was purchased at Bernie Robbins Fine Jewelers in New Jersey, and was presented to her by Hank Baskett at the top of Seattle's Space Needle.
Former Hear'Say member/Dancing on Ice champion Suzanne Shaw was dancing on a cloud as she waltzed down the aisle on June 13, 2009 and said "I do" to her love of almost four years, DJ Jason King.
The couple's commitment, which led to an August 2008 proposal after a three-year courtship, culminated with a wedding at Captain's Club Hotel in Christchurch, the Daily Mail reports. Although the details of the ceremony are currently shrouded in secrecy, early reports indicate that the bride's former Hear'Say band mates Noel Sullivan and Danny Foster were among the guests to wish the newlyweds happiness in their new life together.
While some believe that love flies in on the wings of a dove, it was an owl that was the bearer of the wedding bands that symbolize the everlasting bond between Manchester United defender Wes Brown and his love Leanne Wassell when the couple said "I do". Swooping down on the shoulder of the best man, "Ollie" presented a leather pouch containing the rings which were slipped on the lovebirds' fingers on June 13, 2009 in a ceremony held at Peckforton Castle, the North-West Evening Mail reports.
Having marked their first year of marriage the day before, soccer star Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen were among the group of well-wishers at the nuptials before traveling to Barbados to privately celebrate their anniversary and look forward to their future with the child they will welcome into the world later this year.
Brazilian athlete Roberto Carlos may be considered among the top 125 greatest footballers living today, but the soccer star holds the number one spot in the heart of his bride, Mariana Lucon. His happiness apparent to all in attendance, the wingman for Turkey's Fenerbahçe team showed off a few soccer moves for reporters on June 13, 2009 after saying "I do" to the physiotherapist in the presence of 600 guests-- including singer Alexandre Pires and fellow footballer Juninho Paulista-- who had gathered at Terraço Daslu in São Paulo to witness the happy occasion.
According to Midracon News, the bride walked down the aisle in a strapless creation by Manuel Motta, which was paired with a lace-edged veil. Tucking a white bloom into his jacket's lapel, the groom looked dapper in a dark suit by Camargo Alfaiataria.
After sampling sugar rose-covered mini-cakes at the reception, the newlyweds spent their first night together as husband and wife in a suite at the WTC Sheraton Hotel in São Paulo before embarking on an excursion to a Brazilian resort and a trip to Dubai.
A photo of the couple at their civil ceremony, earlier in the day:
"Coronation Street" Stars Lucy-Jo Hudson and Alan Halsall Marry
Having played a part in making the dreams of dance troupe Diversity and overnight sensation Susan Boyle come true, Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden witnessed the dream of a friend become reality as she and Chris Hughes, her husband of the past six months, sat in a pew at St. Bertoline's Church in Barthomley, Cheshire and watched ex-Coronation Street cast member Lucy-Jo Hudson join in matrimony with a current star of the popular soap, Alan Halsall.
Perhaps thinking of her own 2005 wedding, actress Samia Smith was also among the guests to watch Hudson walk down the aisle in a gown that would later be covered with a black cloak during the bride's exit from the house of worship, providing the public only a peek of her peep-toe shoes the Daily Mail reports.
It was love all for tennis legend Boris Becker as he exchanged vows with Sharlely "Lilly" Kerssenberg on June 12, 2009. The steps of the Seganini Museum in St. Moritz proved to be a stairway to heaven for the pair as they entered the St. Moritz venue for the civil ceremony.
Showcasing her individualistic sense of style, the bride donned a white trouser suit for the I do's-- a relaxed yet refined look enhanced with the addition of a dainty bouquet of ivory roses. According to Bild, supermodel Claudia Schiffer, champion cyclist Jan Ulrich, Prince Albert of Monaco and the groom's two sons were among those who witnessed the three-time Wimbledon winner-- dressed in a grey pinstripe suit paired with a pewter tie-- pledge his devotion to the Dutch model.
Pronounced husband and wife, the newlyweds would later celebrate their union with a religious blessing at Regina Pacis Chapel before welcoming 200 friends and family members to their post-wedding festivities at Badrutt's Palace Hotel. Wanting to share their happy day, the public will have the opportunity to take a peek at the festivities when German network RTL broadcasts coverage of the wedding.
In the midst of his sorrow over the recent passing of his daughter Exodus, boxing legend Mike Tyson has found his reason to once again-- in the words of poet Mary Lee Hall-- "turn back to life and smile." On June 6, 2009 the former heavyweight champ said "I do" to Lakiha Spicer, E! online reports.
Just 45 minutes after obtaining their license to wed, the nighttime nuptials took place at La Bella Wedding Chapel at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel. The pews were empty as the bride made her way down the aisle toward the groom, who donned a suit and tie for the occasion.
As though blessing the couple's union, the limbs of a 200-year-old oak tree stretched out toward actress Autumn Reeser (TheO.C.) and her love Jesse Warren as they pledged their devotion beneath its branches on May 9, 2009.
A popular place for stars to celebrate their new lives together, the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa-- the California retreat where Private Practice's Kate Walsh enjoyed her wedding reception and fellow cast member KaDee Strickland said "I do" to Roswell star Jason Behr-- welcomed the 200 friends and family members who stood in honor of the bride as she strolled past in a strapless Carolina Herrera creation, her diaphanous veil dancing joyfully with each breath of air as her shoes followed the fragrant path of white rose petals and herbs which led her to her love.
Once pronounced husband and wife, People magazine reports that the newlyweds and their guests convened to the Hacienda ballroom, which was aglow with the flicker of candlelight during the reception.
Seated in the pews at Brick Presbyterian Church in New York on June 4, 2009, no doubt images of the day they said "I do" brought smiles to the faces of mogul Donald Trump and Melania Trump and Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones as they watched Suzanne Ircha walk down the aisle toward the father of her two young sons, New York Jets owner Woody Johnson.
According to the New York Post, 150 friends and family members witnessed the union, then followed the newlyweds to a reception at the Four Seasons Hotel.
Woody Johnson was previously married to Sale Johnson, who exchanged vows with sportscaster/former football star Ahmad Rashad in November 2007.
Boris Becker and Fiancee Make Preparations for Wedding Day
Only one week remaining before their walk down the aisle, tennis great Boris Becker and Sharlely "Lilly" Kerssenberg, his soon-to-be Mrs., took a stroll down the Champs Elysees to the Dephine Manivet bridal boutique on June 4th for a pre-wedding day shopping excursion. Holding a plethora of purchases, the beaming bride-to-be left the swank shop with items for her "I do," which will take place June 12th at the Swiss ski resort of St. Moritz, the Daily Mail revealed.
Paris in the springtime is made for lovers, and the pair no doubt felt on top of the world as they enjoyed a romantic repast that June afternoon at Le Jules Verne restaurant, the Eiffel Tower's second level eatery which holds a special place in the heart of Tom Cruise, who chose the site for his proposal to Katie Holmes in 2005. The couple continued their stay in the City of Light in a suite at The Ritz Hotel.
Enter Lovetripper's "Best TV Wedding Ever" Contest!
The traditional month for weddings is upon us, and in celebration Lovetripper is taking a trip down memory lane with a look back at some of the small screen's most sensational ceremonies.
From classic couples to TV twosomes who just tied the knot, pick out your favorite wedding from the list on our contest page, then tell us why you think your choice is the best. (A selection of reader comments for the top 10 shows will be posted in our Romance Hall of Fame.) Can't find your preferred pair on the list? Write ins are welcome!
One winner, chosen at random from all entries received through 11:59 p.m. on June 30, 2009, will receive their choice of either a wedding-themed DVD or one season of their favorite show on DVD.
Entrants can vote once a day. The contest is open to readers worldwide. The winner will be announced July 1, 2009.
As he cheered on Sex and The City star Cynthia Nixon during the announcement of her engagement to longtime girlfriend Christina Marinoni at a May 17th rally in support of gay marriage, former Frasier cast member David Hyde Pierce no doubt thought back on the struggle to have same sex marriages legally recognized-- a long road which, although it still continues, finally led to the day he could legally say "I do" to Brian Hargrove.
The couple, whose love has lasted a quarter of a century, were joined in marriage on October 24, 2008, the actor confided to the ladies on The View. Their vows, as well as those of other same sex couples taken before the passing of Proposition 8, have been declared legally binding by the California Supreme Court, although the ban still holds.
Although a formal announcement was not made at the time, the groom relayed the happy news to The Advocate weeks after the ceremony.
Nashville may be known as the home of country music, but on May 22, 2009 the city was the site of two simultaneous rock 'n' roll weddings.
Standing in the back yard of former husband Jack White's home, Meg White-- the drummer for Detroit duo The White Stripes-- exchanged vows with Jackson Smith, the son of punk legend Patti Smith and Fred "Sonic" Smith of MC5, Newsday.com reports. The nuptials took place almost four years after Ms. White took on the role of maid of honor at the wedding of Jack White and Karen Elson in Manaus, Brazil.
Adding a second dose of "I do" to the occasion, Jack Lawrence-- the bassist for both The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather-- tied the knot with his love Jo McCaughey during the same ceremony, which was presided over by Benjamin Swank.
Britney Spears may be in the center of the ring during her current "Circus" tour, but on May 23, 2009 the superstar was happy to hand the spotlight over to her cousin Laura Lynne Covington, who was celebrating her wedding day.
While the eyes of thousands are usually upon her, only a small congregation in the pews of the First United Methodist Church in Amite, Louisiana, a town with a population of 4,110 residents, were privy to the pop princess's walk down the aisle in her role as an "honorary" bridesmaid, People magazine revealed.
Their sibling bond as strong as ever, Britney enjoyed time together with sister Jamie Lynn (who also had a role in the ceremony as a bridesmaid) and Jamie Lynn's daughter, Maddie.
"Coronation Street" Cast Member Tupele Dorgu's Wedding
Having shared screen time over the years with her character Kelly Crabtree, Coronation Street cast members Alison King, Vicky Binns, Katherine Kelly, Julia Haworth and Antony Cotton shared in co-star Tupele Dorgu's joy on May 23, 2009 as she said "I do" to the man she loves, Mark Flanagan.
Adding her own touch of soap opera drama the the happy event, the bride draped herself in a cape to keep the details of her wedding dress a secret as she made her way inside Salford Cathedral, the Lancashire Evening Post reports.
As the reverential refrain's from a gospel choir rang out inside the 19th century house of worship, natural light filtered through a stained glass depiction of Jesus, Mary and St. John, providing an ethereal glow as the groom slipped a wedding band on his bride's finger to accompany the engagement ring he hid inside a box of mints as part of a 2008 proposal.
Following the nuptials, the newlyweds and their guests gathered at Midland Hotel in Manchester for the reception.
Just married to the woman he loves, life is a whole new ball game for Boston Red Sox team member John Smoltz. According to USA Today, the pitcher pledged his devotion to Kathryn Darden on May 16, 2009.
As home is where the heart is, the athlete chose to exchange vows at his Alpharetta, Georgia residence. Seventy friends and relatives were on hand to offer their best wishes to the happy couple after the early evening ceremony.
Her search for a soul mate on reality TV may have been unsuccessful, but true romance was waiting for former Bachelor and Bachelorette star Jen Schefft in the real world. The television personality/author said so long to the single life on May 15, 2009 as she exchanged vows with the man she loves, Joe Waterman.
The bride, who has provided a few "I do" details over the past few months on her weddingchannel.com blog, walked down the aisle in the private dining rooms of Spiaggia restaurant in Chicago in a gown purchased from Ultimate Bridal.
Following the nuptials, People magazine reports that the newlyweds and their guests dined on pulled pork, beef, chicken and pasta before sampling slices of a red velvet wedding cake created by Sarah's Pastries and Candies.
Prior to pledging her love, Jen Schefft enjoyed a dream day trying on designer wedding dresses by RS Couture, David Fielden and Prina Tornai for Entertainment Tonight:
Swimming sensation Amanda Beard, seven-time Olympic medalist, took the plunge on May 1, 2009 at a resort which dubs itself a diving paradise-- Wakatobi, off southeastern Indonesia.
As the sun slowly melted into the sea, the bride's shadow-- alongside that of groom Sacha Brown-- stretched out on the sands of a private beach as the swimmer, in the presence of a small band of locals, received a wedding band to accompany the engagement ring she had found tucked away inside a Tiffany box on Christmas Day.
Embracing the culture with their choice of attire, the bride wore a demure black tunic and sarong, which was harmoniously paired with a white veil, representative of a traditional Western wedding. A sword-- part of the groom's wedding look-- added an extra exotic element to the sarong he donned for the big day, the couple revealed to People magazine.
The newlyweds, who savored samples of a two-tier cake after the intimate "I do," are happily awaiting the arrival of their first child in September.
Queen Latifah Attends Wedding of Rapper Talib Kweli
In 2004 Talib Kweli may have climbed the charts with his single "Never Been In Love," but the song's title has no bearing on the rapper's romantic status today. On May 9, 2009 the performer said "I do" to his lady love, DJ Eque,allhiphop.com reports.
Queen Latifah, CSI: Miami cast member Adam Rodriguez and DJ Rashida were among the friends and family who gathered together at a private Bel Air, California estate to witness the bride walk down the aisle in a strapless gown, its beauty enhanced by ornate gold embroidery which lent a regal aspect to the attire. Standing by the groom, who had donned a classic black suit and bow tie, DJ Eque received a wedding band to seal a promise made in 2007, when the rapper proposed that they spend their lives together.
Their initial plans to pledge their love for a fourth time in Mexico dashed due to swine flu concerns, Seal and Project Runway host Heidi Klum-- undaunted in their desire to say "I do"-- found a way to "make it work" by moving their marriage celebration to Malibu.
On May 9, 2009, the pair's pals Matthew Perry and Debra Messing were among the guests gathered to witness a ceremony as unique as the couple's union, X17 online reports. Opting for a laughter-filled theme wedding renewal, an Elvis impersonator officiated as the bride-- her veil clinging to her cornrow-styled hair-- recited her vows to her mullet-wearing husband. As the sequins on her lace-accented ensemble twinkled like the sparkle in her eyes as she kissed the father of her children, paparazzi hovering overhead captured the couple's happiness for posterity.
Over the years Kian Egan has reached the top of the charts 14 times as a member of the pop group Westlife. On May 8, 2009, however, the singer discovered how it felt to be on top of the world as he exchanged vows with his long-time love, singer/actress Jodi Albert.
As Barbados holds memories of a romantic getaway the year before, the happy couple chose the Caribbean island for their "I do." The white garments of both the bride and groom mirroring the pristine grains of sand surrounding the island retreat, guests looked on as the groom presented his love with a wedding band to accompany the engagement ring which has graced her finger since Christmas Day 2007. The joyful refrain of a gospel choir signing "Love Is In The Air" floating on the breeze, the couple were pronounced husband and wife on Turtle Beach at Grand House Hotel.
Although the groom's father, weak from cancer treatments, was unable to take part in his son's happiest day, he was no doubt never far from Kian Egan's thoughts as he and his bride received well wishes from family and friends during a reception at a nearby mansion, the Herald reports.
Fans will be offered an intimate glimpse into the nuptials in an upcoming edition of OK! magazine.
Although still more than one year away, no doubt bride-to-be Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden dreamed of her own June 19, 2010 "I do" with fiance Daniel Westling as the monarch in the making celebrated the union of Count Bjoern Bernadotte of Wisborg and Sandra Angerer on May 7, 2009.
Having already made their marriage official in a civil ceremony on April 25th, the happy newlyweds received a religious blessing of their love inside a castle church on the Mainau, Germany estate owned by the groom's family, Hello! magazine reports.
As family and friends looked on, tiny attendants-- their heads wreathed in flowers-- walked down the aisle in angelic blush and white- colored frocks before the bride made her grand entrance in a romantic Regency era-inspired creation, its beauty enhanced by a bouquet of pink-tinged roses.
Following their exchange of vows, the Count and Countess-- whose June 2008 engagement had been preceded by a five-year courtship-- danced the night away at a ball held in their honor.
A photo of the happy couple on their wedding day: A closer look at the bride's bouquet: A family portrait: Princess Victoria of Sweden was among the guests to wish the newlyweds happiness in their new life together:
On May 4, 2009, friends and family raised their glasses in a toast to Destino vineyard owner Chris Calkins and his new bride, two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth. A Broadway baby, known equally for her stint as Lilith-- Frasier's former wife on Cheers and Frasier-- as for her standout performances in the stage productions of Sweet Charity and Chicago, Neuwirth chose to exchange vows at a landmark oasis for actors, The Players in New York City.
Eighty guests strolled past the social club's entryway gaslights on their way to witness the union, which was presided over by actor Peter Coyote. According to People magazine, the happy couple pledged their love in a ceremony which blended both Buddhist and Christian traditions.
Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard's Italian Wedding
Having shared the silver screen as co-stars in the indie flick In God's Hands, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard became each other's leading man and lady for life on May 2, 2009 as the couple, who have been an item for the past seven years, said "I do" in an intimate Italian ceremony.
According to US magazine, the bride's brother--actor Jake Gyllenhaal-- and his lady love Reese Witherspoon were among the 40 friends and family members to rise in honor of The Dark Knight star as she made her entrance in a small chapel at the hotel Masseria in the city of Brindisi.
The engagement ring which the star has sported since April 2006:
Already pronounced husband and wife in a March 19th ceremony at the town hall in Paris' 7th arrondissement, the union between Prince Jean d'Orleans, Duke of Vendome and Philomena de Toros y Steinhart was blessed during a religious ceremony held on May 2, 2009.
Well-wishers standing outside Senlis Cathedral in Senlis, France witnessed a steady stream of royals, including Prince Guillaume and Sybille of Luxembourg, the Duke and Duchess of Wurtemberg, The Infanta Pilar of Spain and Prine Philippe and Mathilde of Belgium, stroll by before the bride stepped upon the blue aisle runner which would lead her to the altar.
Wearing an ornate Christian Lacroix creation accented with gold embroidery, a dainty blue bow sewn onto the garment harmonized with the baby blue outfits worn by the tiny attendants, who cared for the gown's train and the lace-edged veil which clung to the turquoise tiara atop the bride's blonde tresses.
Following the exchange of vows, the newlyweds and their guests gathered at Chateau de Chantilly for the reception.
April 25, 2009 was a "Beautiful Day" for a wedding, as U2 band members The Edge and Larry Mullen can attest. The rock icons, along with actress Sarah Bolger (TheSpiderwick Chronicles) and 350 family and friends gathered on the spring day at Christ Church in Celbridge, County Kildare, Ireland to witness former US Ambassador to Ireland Thomas Foley and Leslie Ann Fahrenkopf united in matrimony.
Rising from the pews in the bride's honor, guests got their first glimpse of the former associate counsel to the President in her Carolina Herrera wedding dress. The ruffled hem of the garment's skirt gently brushing the aisle, the diaphanous fabric of her trailing veil provided an ethereal element to the bride's look as she floated past the congregation.
Following the exchange of vows, the newlyweds drank champagne toasts to their happiness in the vintage vehicle which whisked the couple to their reception at Castletown House, the Independent reports.
Deemed the winner of the Any Dream Will Do talent competition, Lee Mead landed not only the lead in a production of Joseph andThe Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, but also the role of a lifetime in real life-- that of husband to Denise Van Outen, one of the show's judges.
In late April 2009, the British TV presenter said "I do" to the musical hopeful who won her heart, the Daily Mail reports. The fabric of her strapless white gown dancing in the breeze, the TV presenter pledged her love to Mead during a beach ceremony at the Labriz Silhouette resort in the Seychelles, in which the bride received a wedding band to accompany the square-cut diamond engagement ring which has graced her hand since January 2009. The bride's dainty headband-- which was worn over her loose locks-- and a lei draped over the salmon-hued shirt of the groom's grey suit added to the relaxed ambiance of the venue, which the couple enjoyed with a leisurely boat ride before returning to the resort's Presidential villa.
"Expedition Grizzly" Host Casey Anderson's Wedding to Actress Missi Pyle
Couples often receive bear hugs from friends and family members on the day they say "I do," but only actress Missi Pyle and naturalist Casey Anderson can say that they were offered felicitations from an actual bear. Thanks to best man Brutus-- an 800-pound grizzly who was raised from birth by the groom-- the bride (who has starred in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay) took a walk on the "wild" side when she walked down the aisle.
The pair's nature-inspired nuptials took place on August 30, 2008 on the verdant grounds of Holland Lake Lodge in Swan Valley, Montana. According to InStyle Weddings, which covered the happy occasion, 85 guests (including Saw star Shawnee Smith and 90210 cast member Christina Moore, who stepped into the role of maid of honor) looked on as the bride, dressed in a Cocoe Voci creation, exchanged vows with the bear expert. To celebrate a love in full bloom (which began on the set of the movie Pretty Ugly People, in which Missi Pyle and Brutus the bear co-starred), the newlyweds sampled slices of a flower-accented three-tier cake concocted of lemon chardonnay and buttercream by Pearl Cafe & Bakery during the reception.
Wildlife naturalist Casey Anderson and his pawed pal Brutus offer an intimate glimpse into life among Yellowstone's population of 600 grizzlies in Expedition Grizzly, a documentary one year in the making which will air on the National Geographic Channel on Sunday, May 3,2009 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
Skywriting which spelled out the words "Spencer loves Heidi" floated momentarily among the clouds over Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pasadena, California on April 25, 2009 before the start of a wedding ceremony which finally united a couple whose romance was made in reality TV heaven--The Hills' Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt. Rising from the pews in her honor, 200 family members and friends-- among them Kristin Cavallari, Audrina Patridge, Frankie Delgado and Brody Jenner-- watched the bride walk down the aisle in a Monique Lhuillier creation. Looking dazzling for her "I do" in $1 million in jewelry from Neil Lane, the house of worship's lights danced on the facets of her diamond bracelets, pear-shaped earrings and hair pins as she took her place at the altar by her groom, whose Ermenegildo Zegna suit was accented with diamond cufflinks.
The ceremony was a family affair, with the groom's niece acting as flower girl and Pratt's sister and the bride's sister, dressed in sunshine yellow silk chiffon, stepping into the roles of bridesmaid and maid of honor.
Officially pronounced husband and wife (unlike the pair's previous Cabo San Lucas ceremony) a shower of rose petals rained down upon the newlyweds as they exited the church, with the bride tossing her bouquet (caught by Kristin Cavallari) before a black Rolls Royce Phantom whisked the couple to Social Hollywood for a reception, where the guests-- who dined on chicken salad, salmon pancakes, tuna tartare and slices of a five-tire wedding cake-- wished the bride and groom happiness, E! online reports. A separate reception was also held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel.
Celebrating a flame of love that had not only re-ignited after a parting of the ways but had already led to an "I do" in a civil ceremony, Teatro La Fenice (The Phoenix Theater) was a fitting venue for actress Salma Hayak and Frencois-Henri Pinault to share a religious blessing of their union.
As evening began to drape a blanket of stars over the city of Venice, Italy on April 25, 2009, a cluster of heavenly bodies below-- including Charlize Theron and Stuart Townsend, Bono, Penelope Cruz, Luis Miguel, Edward Norton and more-- were among the 150 guests who gathered at the opera house to witness the couple's second wedding ceremony.
According to People magazine, the bride clutched a bouquet of crystal-accented orchids and stephanotis as she walked down the aisle in a Balenciaga creation, its beauty enhanced with the addition of a diaphanous veil which cascaded from tresses styled into a bun.
Among those in the bridal party was the newlyweds daughter Valentina, who was dressed in a Bonpoint frock. The toddler no doubt enjoyed the joyful rendition of "Over The Rainbow," sung by family and friends during the ceremony.
The Venice vows were preceded by a masked ball, held at Punta Della Dogana. Among the A-list visions in visors were Charlize Theron and Stuart Townsend:
"Fast & Furious" Star Michelle Rodriguez a Bridesmaid at Celebrity Wedding
Although currently on the big screen putting pedal to the metal in Fast & Furious, actress Michelle Rodriguez took a much slower pace recently in her role as a bridesmaid as she strolled down the aisle ahead of her co-star in the upcoming drama Tropico de Sangre, Celinés Toribio (seen in the photo below.)
Along with Despierta America correspondent Birmania Rios, Noticiero Telemundo reporter Isolda Peguero and other friends, the former Lost star-- dressed in a lilac-hued gown accented with a purple sash-- stood near the altar at Iglesia San Estalisnao de Altos de Chavon in Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic (a venue prepared on short notice after rain caused the cancellation of the planned outdoor I do's) and watched as the bride made her grand entrance.
According to People en Español, 250 friends and family members (reggaeton star Tego Calderon among them) filled the pews, blessing the bride with their smiles as she walked by in a Swarovski crystal-studded Lucia Rodriguez gown-- a demure design with illusion sleeves embellished with delicate French lace.
Following the exchange of vows, in which Toribio received a wedding band to accompany the diamond engagement ring which has graced her finger since May 2008, the newlyweds and their guests gathered at Punta Aguilla for a reception, where the bride and groom enjoyed a sweet start to their married life together as they sampled slices of a giant wedding cake adorned with sugar roses.
Music seems to have always moved actress Patsy Kensit in the direction of love. Formerly the wife of Big Audio Dynamite's Dan Donovan, Simple Minds' lead vocalist Jim Kerr and Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, the Holby City star has found her groove with her fourth groom, DJ Jeremy Healy.
Having first fell in love in the '80's while Kensit pursued her passion for music in her own group Eighth Wonder and Healy was frontman for the band Haysi Fantayzee, the couple's romance reignited when the two were reunited at a party in August 2007. A roller coaster of emotions ensued, finally culminating in a civil ceremony on April 18, 2009.
According to the Telegraph, family and friends-- including Duran Duran frontman Simon Le Bon and wife Yasmin and model/actress Elizabeth Hurley and husband Arun Nayar-- gathered at One Whitehall Place in London's Royal Horseguards hotel to witness the the bride receive a wedidng band to accompany her engagement ring (shown in the photo above) and take part in a reception in which the bride's former husbands Jim Kerr and Liam Gallagher reportedly made an appearance.
Photo of Simon and Yasmin Le Bon on their way to the wedding:
Elizabeth Hurley and Arun Nayar arriving at the wedding venue:
The Royal Horseguards Hotel, where the civil ceremony took place:
Although she first caught Andy Roddick's eye as a bikini-clad image in the pages of Sports Illustrated, no doubt model Brooklyn Decker never looked lovelier than on the evening of April 17, 2009, when she donned a Vera Wang gown and said "I do" to the tennis star.
Feeling that there was no place like home to begin their life together as husband and wife, the groom's Austin, Texas home served as the venue for the love match, People magazine reported. The bride was bathed in the warm glow of candlelight as she strolled past family and friends-- including tennis legends Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf and pop icon Elton John, who performed at the event-- and made her way to her intended.
Standing amid the brightly-petaled blooms which transformed the residence into a tropical paradise for the pair, bridesmaids in cocoa-colored creations looked on as the bride received a wedding band to accompany the engagement ring (shown below) which has graced her finger since March 2008.
Following the exchange of vows, the newlyweds and their guests gathered at Austin's Westwood Country Club for the reception.
Former "Bachelorette" Jen Schefft Discusses Upcoming Wedding (includes video)
Only weeks remain before her walk down the aisle, and like any excited bride-to-be Jen Schefft is delighted to discuss a few of the details of her upcoming "I do" to her fiance since September 2008, Joe Waterman.
Posting in her bridal blog on weddingchannel.com, the former Bachelorette confided that she will sample slices of a red velvet wedding cake created by Sarah's Pastries and Candies in Chicago following her springtime ceremony, in which her father will escort her to the altar in the presence of approximately 100- 125 guests.
Keeping the designer of her wedding dress a secret, the reality personality did reveal that the gown was purchased at Ultimate Bridal, a Chicago company which has helped brides look their best for more than two decades. Although her dream dress has been chosen, the future Mrs. enjoyed the opportunity to try on a few fairy tale frocks from RS Couture, David Fielden, Prina Tornai for Entertainment Tonight.
Roger Federer may be ranked second in the world at the moment, but the tennis champ holds the number one spot in the heart of his bride, Miroslava "Mirka" Vavrinec.
The couple's romance, which ignited as the Olympic flame burned during the 2000 Sydney games, led to their walk down the aisle on April 11, 2009.
An intimate "I do," the pair pledged their love in a ceremony held in the groom's hometown of Basel, Switzerland, the multi-Grand Slam winner announced in a brief statement posted on his official web site.
Currently enjoying their first days of wedded bliss, the newlyweds are also awaiting the arrival of their first child this summer.
Actress Lauren Lee Smith, who joined the cast of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation in 2008, took on the role of a lifetime on April 4, 2009 as the wife to the love of her life, Erik Steingroever.
According to People magazine, the couple pledged their love in a low-key ceremony in the presence of a few friends and family members who looked on as the bride, dressed in an ethereal strapless gown, walked down the aisle in a pair of silver Christian Louboutin stilettos at Cultus Lake, Canada.
Preserving their memories for the years to come, Angela Hubbard Photography captured the day's precious moments in a series of personal portraits, which included the bride in her wedding dress, crystal and pearl jewelry and rabbit fur capelet. The happy couple will soon share the joy of their wedding with the star's fans on an upcoming edition of Entertainment Tonight.
Although their love was present in her heart as she walked down the aisle St. Monica Catholic Church in Santa Monica, California, Gisele Bundchen's family and friends were not there to fill the pews on that February day when she exchanged vows with New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
Wanting to share her happiness with those close to her, the supermodel once again donned a wedding dress on April 4, 2009-- this time with 25 witnesses, their beaming smiles a benediction as the bride, clutching a bouquet of white orchids-- strolled toward her groom.
Not even the sound of gunfire as security kept the paparazzi at bay could shatter the beauty of the moment as the bride-- who had slipped into her wedding attire at the Hotel Flor Blanca-- made her grand entrance inside a tent erected on the balcony of her Santa Teresa, Costa Rica home. Seen only at a distance from the media, the model wore an ethereal white silk John Galliano gown paired with a 6-foot, lace-edged silk tulle veil. People magazine reported.
The ceremony marked the culmination of a wedding weekend which included a rehearsal dinner at the Milarepa Hotel and a trip to the beach for the newlyweds and the groom's young son, Jack.
"Survivor: China" Contestants Jaime Dugan and Erik Huffman's Wedding
Survivor: China stars Jaime Dugan and Erik Huffman formed a permanent alliance on April 4, 2009 as the reality personalities pledged their love in the presence of family and friends, People magazine reported. Although neither of the two Zhan Hu tribe members emerged victorious on the 15th season of the CBS reality series, luck was on the couple's side when the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau announced the pair winners of an $80,000 wedding at The Wild Dunes Resort.
As the sun began its descent over the beachside retreat, its last rays stretched out across the manicured croquet lawn where 150 guests had gathered to witness bridesmaids Marisa Axelrod and Brooke Jackson of The Amazing Race walk down the aisle before the bride made her grand entrance in Ulla-Maija Couture creation. As light danced on the facets of her snowflake Pocahontas necklace from Felice Designs, the bride made her way toward the groom, who had donned a sand-hued suit from Berlin's for the occasion, the reality star revealed on the couple's Charleston Wedding Giveaway blog. During the half-hour-long ceremony, the pair presented each other with wedding bands-- an official recognition of a love which had led to an August 2008 proposal at The Battery in Charleston, South Carolina.
Following the nuptials, the newlyweds joined their guests for a reception offering a tropical and Asian ambiance, where the pair cut slices of a wedding cake from Ashley Bakery. Saying good-bye to their loved ones, the couple made their way to the retreat which offered the contest-winning couple a honeymoon night stay, The Mills House Hotel.
After returning to their Nashville home, the newlyweds will be busy writing thank you notes for the gifts received from their wedding registries at Macy's and Theodore Morris, a Spartanburg shop which had also been the locale of the newly-dubbed Mrs. Huffman's bridal shower. See the couple's contest-winning video entry
See the moment when Jaime Dugan discovered that she would walk down the aisle at The Wild Dunes Resort in the following clip:
Celebrity Wedding Dresses From Yesterday and Today
From red carpet events to royal galas, the globe's glitterati may be accustomed to donning couture creations. However, no dress will ever mean more to any bride than the gown she dons for her wedding day. Following are a few celebrity "I do" designs from yesterday and today:
Their marriage may not have stood the test of time, but former Miss Universe DayanaraTorres will always have the memory of the day she donned a Reem Acra creation and exchanged vows with salsa sensation Marc Anthony (seen in the photo to the left). Light danced on the facets of the Swarovski crystals which clung to the gown's duchesse satin fabric as the bride strolled down the aisle the San Juan Cathedral during the couple's 2002 vow renewal ceremony.
Marc Anthony and DayanaraTorres' formal celebration of their love took place two years after their first walk down the aisle in the penthouse Oriental Suite at the Desert Inn. For their Vegas vows, the bride wore a two-tone Eduardo Lucero ensemble (seen in the photo to the left,) which she had donned to attend the Blockbuster Entertainment Awards earlier that evening.
Accustomed to building dream houses for fortunate recipients on Extreme Makeover: HomeEdition, Constance Ramos turned to Kansas designer Elaine Beckman Biggs to contract her dream dress. On May 6, 2005 the bride walked down the aisle of Saint Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carlsbad, California in a lace draped creation with a scalloped hemline which pooled at her feet as she stood at the altar by her groom, J.J. Carrell.
Juxtaposed against the rustic charm of a barn's interior, actress Bethany Joy Lenz's strapless Justina McCaffrey wedding dress was an opulent ode to every girl's dream of a fairytale "I do." A trailing, diaphanous veil paired with a billowing ballgown skirt made for a a voluptuous vision as the One Tree Hill star walked along a wood floor which led to her groom, Michael Galeotti.
Harmonizing with the hue of the heavens on that August day in 1996, the few dainty silk flowers which clung to the straps of TishaCampbell-Martin's off-the-shoulder silhouette provided her "something blue" on her wedding day. As bridesmaids Jada Pinkett (the future bride of actor Will Smith) and Brandy looked on, the bride made her grand entrance in an off-white creation by designer Renee Strauss, the garment's ballgown skirt gently shifting as she walked in backyard of the home she shared with the man who waited to make her his wife, actor Duane Martin.
The shadow of scandal having passed, there was nothing to darken the smile on Mabel Wisse Smit's face on the day she exchanged vows with Dutch Prince Johan Friso (seen in the photo below.) Wearing a couture Viktor & Rolf creation of duchesse satin sprinkled with 249 silk georgette bows, the bride first said "I do" in the Town Hall before walking down the aisle passed 1,400 guests at Delft's Old Church, where her new husband relinquished his position as third in line to the throne as he pledged his love.
Sarah Jessica Parker is not the only star who has worn a somber silhouette on her wedding day. Jennifer Connelly donned a black, off-the-shoulder gown with diaphanous sleeves on the day she said "I do" to actor Paul Bettany.
Actress Rachel Griffiths, who has appeared in such maritally-minded movies as My Best Friend's Wedding and Muriel's Wedding, enjoyed an "I do" day of her own on New Year's Eve 2002. The bride walked down the aisle in a silk gauze Alberto Ferretti creation, with flower-shaped hair adornments fashioned from mother-of-pearl adding an extra romantic element.
It was a "Beautiful Day" when U2 guitarist The Edge watched his bride, choreographer MorleighSteinberg, walk toward him in a Rosai Nichols gown, an ethereal ivory creation whihc featured a delicate lace overlay.
Hind Hariri (seen in the photo below) may be the world's youngest female billionaire, but the daughter of Lebanon's fallen former premier received a priceless gift on March 21, 2009-- the promise of a lifetime together with the man she loves-- her family's former bodyguard, Anas Karout. Exchanging vows in Paris, the bride wore an elaborate off-the-shoulder design from the couturier with a name that is the quintessence of French fashion, Chanel.
White strips of fabric which clung to the skirt of Arden Myrin's strapless Monique Lhuillier gown mirrored the look of merrily tossed confetti as the MADTV comedienne made her grand entrance at the Round Barn Farm in Waitsfield, Vermont.
Their union didn't last forever, but respect and affection remain between actress KateHudson and Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson. Years before her Bride Wars character retorts "You don't alter Vera to fit you; you alter yourself to fit Vera" the star slipped into her own Vera Wang bridal attire. Constructed of ivory satin, the strapless silhouette was draped with a white coat which kept the Colorado cold at bay for the wintertime vows.
Recognized as her signature shade, it came as no surprise that pink was Jayne Mansfield's preference not only for the invitations to her wedding with muscleman Mickey Hargitay, but also for her bridal attire (seen in the photo to theright.) As the romantic melody of "Because" filled the Wayfarer's Chapel on January 13, 1958, the '50's sex symbol strolled down the aisle in a powder pink, curve-conscious creation-- an extravagant assemblage of lace fashioned into a mermaid silhouette, a look accented by the addition of opera gloves.
While TV fans were used to seeing The Wonder Years' Winnie Cooper in early 1970's styles, on her wedding day a grown up Danica McKellar chose a contemporary creation from designer Renee Strauss. The beauty of the mermaid silhouette was enhanced with the addition of a fingertip veil and a tiara.
Wanting a look to match a one-of-a-kind love, NCIS star Pauley Perrette chose a vintage dress for her "I do". The retro romantic walked down the aisle in a cream-colored creation which she purchased at a thrift store for $20.
Netscape Founder Jim Clark's Wedding To Kristy Hinze
As the host of Project Runway Australia, Kristy Hinze has helped to shine a spotlight on some of today's budding designers. For the most important dress she will ever don, however, the model turned to a fashion classic.
On March 23, 2009 the blonde beauty made her grand entrance on the white powder sands at Little Dix Bay Resort on the Caribbean island of Virgin Gorda in a strapless Oscar de la Renta creation, the rippling ruffles of the garment's skirt mirroring the waves which rushed to shore as she walked toward the man she loves, Netscape founder Jim Clark.
Clutching a bouquet of green liliums, the bride strolled with her parents past a gathering of 120 friends and family members, including actors Edward Norton, Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, the Herald Sun reports.
Her seven bridesmaids looking on, the woman of the hour and her intended-- who became engaged in October 2008-- were framed by an arch of pink and lilac-hued blossoms as they exchanged vows.
Following the nuptials, the bride's diaphanous veil danced in the gentle sea breeze as the pair received the best wishes of their guests, who later toasted the newlyweds with Moet champagne at a reception aboard the groom's yacht, the Athena.
Talk show host David Letterman gave his fans something to talk about during the March 23, 2009 edition of his CBS show when he announced that he had married the woman he has loved since 1986, Regina Lasko.
Regaling his Late Show audience with his tale of tying the knot, the TV icon revealed that their truck became stuck in the mud as they traveled to the Teton County Courthouse on March 19, 2009-- a detail which did little to deter the couple from their date with the justice of the peace in Choteau, Montana. Making their simple ceremony complete, the pair's five-year-old son Harry happily looked on as his parents were pronounced husband and wife.
Find out more about David Letterman's wedding from the following AP video:
She may have portrayed Kevin Arnold's childhood crush in the '90s dramedy The WonderYears, but in real life actress Danica McKellar's heart has long belonged to Mike Verta, her love of the past eight years who became her husband on March 22, 2009.
The couple's romance, which began in 2001, led them to the altar at St. James By the Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla, California, Radar online reported. Approximately 150 friends and family members, including the bride's former cast mates Dan Lauria and Alley Mills, watched bridesmaids clad in purple halter-style gowns stroll down the aisle before standing in honor of the bride as the San Diego Symphony played, escorting the star to her groom, who had donned a black tuxedo and white bow tie for the happy occasion.
Clutching a bouquet composed of pale-petaled roses interspersed with ivy, the actress/author/mathematician made her grand entrance in a mermaid silhouette created by Renee Strauss, whose bridal attire has been seen both at red carpet events and in small screen wedding ceremonies on Reba and General Hospital. Adding to the garment's ambiance of elegance was a tiara which fastened to a fingertip veil that danced joyfully in the breeze as the newlyweds enjoyed their first moments as husband and wife on the steps outside the house of worship.
Peering out from behind the diaphanous blusher of her veil, Natasha Bedingfield-- the British songbird who soared to the top of the charts with her hit "Unwritten"-- said goodbye to her "Single" status on March 21, 2009 as she turned the page to the latest chapter in the book of her life.
Following in the footsteps of fellow songstress Fergie, the Grammy-nominated performer chose the Church Estate Vineyards in Malibu as the site to say "I do" to Matthew Robinson. The facets of her H Stern jewelry winking in the natural light at the 150 friends and family members gathered on the estate's grounds, the bride began her walk in a strapless, cream silk creation from Vera Wang down a trail of fragrant rose petals which led to the man she loves, E! reports.
During the half-hour ceremony, the groom- who had donned a dark Armani suit for the happy occasion-- slipped a wedding band on his bride's finger to accompany the diamond solitaire which has graced her hand since September 2008.
As privacy is paramount at Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos islands, the romantic Caribbean resort has long been a favorite getaway for paparazzi magnets searching for solitude.
In 2007 the waves which rushed to its shore welcomed honeymooners Eva Longoria-Parker and Tony Parker and in 2005 the palm trees which line its secluded beach were among the only witnesses to the wedding of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. On March 21, 2009 Parrot Cay continued its legacy as a paradise for celebrity lovebirds as actor Bruce Willis said "I do" to his love of the past year, model Emma Heming.
The Die Hard star, who has long owned a villa on the idyllic island, invited his former wife and still good friend Demi Moore, who arrived with husband Ashton Kutcher and the children she shares with Willis-- daughters Rumer, Scout and Tallulah-- to join in celebrating the happy occasion, US magazine reported.
Upon their return to the US, the newlyweds will once again pledge their love in a civil ceremony.
Although it's long been a day designated for the celebration of love, for Pauley Perrette Valentine's Day will always hold a special significance as February 14, 2009 marks the date the actress said "I do" to her love since 2005, cameraman Michael Bosman.
Keeping the news of their nuptials a cherished secret for several weeks, the bride-- best known to television viewers as forensic scientist Abby Sciuto on the CBS series NCIS-- recently divulged details of the ceremony to Entertainment Tonight.
After friends, family and the bride's cast mates filled the pews which line the Hollywood United Methodist Church, Perrette made her grand entrance to the sound of a violin. A vintage vision in a cream-colored thrift store find purchased for $20, she walked down the aisle of the English Gothic Revival-style house of worship toward her groom, who had donned a cocoa- hued suit and a jaunty bow tie for the occasion.
Although the mother of the bride has passed on, her spirit was felt in the hearts of all in attendance as photos honoring her life was projected during the ceremony. Included in the montage was a poignant image of the star's mother in a wedding dress, which momentarily bridged the gap between this world and the next as the actress and her husband exchanged vows.
Photographs continued to play a part in the day's events as guests gathered inside a photo booth rented for the reception, capturing memories to last a lifetime.
The presence of their loved ones the only gift desired by the couple, the newlyweds shared the happiness of their special day to others with a request that donations be made to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Red Cross, Project Angel Food, Habitat For Humanity and other charities close to their hearts.
Actress/singer/entrepreneur Mandy Moore can now link another title to her name-- that of Mrs. The License To Wed star received a marriage license on March 10, 2009, one month after informing her fans that she had accepted the proposal of her beau, alt rocker Ryan Adams,following their recent reunion.
According to People magazine, the happy couple-- hoping for an intimate ceremony-- were spotted strolling into the Chatham County Probate office in Savannah, Georgia before heading to the Bethesda Home for Boys.
The soles of her sandals stepping on to the herringbone pattern brick floor of the estate's Whitefield Chapel, the bride began her own walk to remember as she strolled in a lace-accented dress past rows of empty pews on her way to her groom, whose casual attire of a sports jacket and jeans juxtaposed the solemnity of the moment as the afternoon light filtered in through the stained-glass window, illuminating the altar where the couple presented each other with silver wedding bands and pledged their love.
Bollywood Star Ayesha Takia's Wedding (includes video)
While patrons usually converge at Farham Azmi's Koyla restaurant for a tasty meal, on March 1, 2009 the atmosphere at the popular Colaba, Mumbai eatery provided nourishment for the soul as an intimate gathering of family looked on as the restaurateur and his love, actress Ayesha Takia, were united in marriage in a Muslin nikaah ceremony.
While only relatives were on hand for the wedding, a a steady stream of Bollywood stars walked through the doors of the Cricket Club of India in Mumbai the following night to wish the newlyweds well at a lavish reception. Her hands elaborately adorned in mendhi designs, the bride-- dressed in a sequin-sprinkled white gown, and the groom, who donned a silk sherwani for the evening, welcomed Sanjay and Manyata Dutt, Imtiaz Ali, Suneil Shetty, Raj Babbar and more to their celebration, Sify.com reports.
Sneak a peek at the sophisticated soiree in the following video from the ANI News Channel:
Bollywood Star Amrita Arora's Wedding (includes video)
Many of Bollywood's brightest stars, from Salman Khan to Karishma Kapoor, converged at the Olive Bar & Kitchen in Mumbai on March 4, 2009 to offer their wishes of a happy life for actress Amrita Arora and her love, Shakeel Ladak.
Married in a Catholic ceremony, bridesmaids in champagne-hued creations walked down the aisle ahead of the bride, whose Ashley Rebello gown-- draped in an elaborate lace overlay sprinkled with rice pearls-- assured the actress a dramatic entrance. The addition of a fingertip veil which swayed as she strolled toward the groom,provided an extra touch of elegance to the bridal attire.
Joined together in marriage by one form of faith, the happy couple will once again be pronounced husband and wife as they enjoy an Islamic nikah ceremony on March 6, 2009, Sify reports.
The words spoken in the following NDTV video may be foreign to many viewers, but the joyful smiles of the bride and groom transcend any language barrier.
Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger Maid of Honor at Wedding
While she is accustomed to being front and center as the lead singer of The Pussycat Dolls, on February 28, 2009 Nicole Scherzinger was happy to stand to the side as she took on the role of maid of honor at the wedding of her sister, Keala Leemon.
Eschewing the curve-conscious creations she wears on stage, the vocalist was a vision in a strapless design by Enzoani, its baby pink hue harmonizing with the petals in the bouquet of blush, yellow and ivory roses. Created of satin and chiffon, the ethereal fabric danced in the breeze during the sunset ceremony at Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Following the happy couple's exchange of vows, the singer serenaded the newlyweds as family and friends-- including Scherzinger's beau, Formula One racer Lewis Hamilton-- sampled slices of red velvet cake after a feast of steak and lobster, People magazine reported.
Telenovela Stars Eduardo Santamarina and Mayrin Villanueva Celebrate Wedding
Telenovela stars Eduardo Santamarina and Mayrín Villanueva, who shared screen time in the 2007 Televisa drama Yo amo a Juan Queredón, are now sharing their lives together as husband and wife. The happy couple, whose romance ignited on set, exchanged vows at nightfall on February 28, 2009 in a civil ceremony in Mexico City.
According to People en Español, approximately 150 friends and family members-- including the couple's children from their previous unions-- witnessed the groom pledge his undying devotion to the actress (dressed in an ethereal, white Jesús del Pozo creation) in a ceremony which brought tears of joy to his bride's eyes.
Following the post-nuptial festivities, the newlyweds embarked on a two week honeymoon to Spain, where no doubt the memories of the day they said "I do" will bring smiles to their faces as they attend the wedding of a relative. Upon their return home, the pair will begin to make preparations for the August 2009 arrival of their baby.
23209: Wedding Bells Ring for Gisele Bundchen and Tom Brady
As the world's top supermodel, Gisele Bündchen has walked on runways in an array of couture creations, but no doubt the Brazilian beauty never felt as lovely as on the day she donned a Dolce & Gabbana gown for her walk down the aisle. Rumors of an impending "I do" became reality on February 26, 2009 as the former Victoria's Secret model and New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady exchanged vows at a house of worship.
At 6 p.m., the sun's slow descent over the city of Santa Monica marked the dawn of a new life together for the couple as the bride entered St. Monica Catholic Church, the long train and scalloped hem of her strapless, ivory lace wedding dress gently brushing the path which led to the groom as she strolled past the few family members on hand to share the happy occasion. Adding an extra element of elegance, the model wore a diaphanous veil embellished with satin roses, according to US magazine.
Once pronounced husband and wife, the football star's favorite fan-- his young son John Edward Thomas-- along with the groom's parents and the bride's three canine companions (who looked fetching in lace collars designed by Dolce & Gabbana) exited the church and headed for the newlyweds' Brentwood home to celebrate the couple's union.
23009: Wedding Bells for Dog The Bounty Hunter's Daughter
Sunset on the evening of February 20, 2009 marked the dawn of a new day for Lyssa Chapman, the daughter of Duane "Dog" Chapman, as she said "I do" to her love of the past three years, Brahman "Bo" Galanti. Sinking into the horizon, the fading rays shined a spotlight on "Baby" Lyssa and her father as the group Na Leo performed "Rest of Your Life" while they walked down a white aisle runner which stretched over the ground at Lanikuhonua at Ko Olina, Oahu, leading her toward her groom.
According to the Honolulu Adviser, 200 friends and family members looked on as minister Tim Storey-- the officiant which united Dog The Bounty Hunter with Beth Smith in 2006-- pronounced the couple husband and wife after a ceremony complete with hand-penned vows and a traditional Hawaiian blessing.
Fans of the hit A&E series can witness the both pre-wedding preparations at the JW Marriott Resort & Spa and the happy event in an upcoming episode.
Victoria's Secret angel Adriana Lima is in seventh heaven after an impromptu "I do" with NBA great Marko Jaric. Having portrayed a winged wonder on the runway, it seems appropriate that the supermodel chose February 14th-- a day in which Cupid is king-- to elope with her love.
Engaged since June 2008, the catwalk queen and the Memphis Grizzlies guard enjoyed an intimate civil ceremony held in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, People magazine online reports.
Although not on hand to celebrate their initial nuptials, family and friends will gather for a formal wedding in the summer of 2009. Still in the planning stages, the pair will pledge their devotion a second time either in Brazil or Serbia, their respective homelands.
"One crowded hour of glorious life is worth an age without a name." Knowing that no one is guaranteed tomorrow, British reality star Jade Goody and her love Jack Tweed seemed to take the Sir Walter Scott quote to heart on the day they were pronounced husband and wife.
Wanting to make each day count once the former cast member of Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother received news of her grim prognosis after a valiant battle against cervical cancer, the couple became engaged on Valentine's Day. The proposal was swiftly followed by an exchange of rings on the banks of the River Thames before making their union official on February 22, 2009 at Down Hall Country House Hotel in Hertfordshire, England, the Telegraph reports.
Dressed in an ivory and cream silk creation by designer Manuel Mota for Pronovias-- a £3,500 gown donated by Harrods owner Mohamed al-Fayed-- the bride pledged her devotion to her groom during a 45-minute ceremony witnessed by approximately 150 guests, including her two sons, who are still too young to understand that the ceremony-- which was covered by the UK edition of OK! magazine for the sum of £750,00-- took place in part to secure their future.
Following the ceremony, jubilant songs performed by the Sugababes mingled inside a marquee with the laughter of family and friends as they enjoyed a reception feast of jellied eels, mussels and lobster tagliatelle before gathering outside to watch a fireworks display in the heavens.
As with every other bride, the wedding dress of a star is an expression of her hopes and dreams. Following are a few of the "I do" designs chosen by celebrity brides from yesterday and today:
The blush pink hue of Lisa Loeb's strapless Amsale Blue Label gown and the bejeweled pendant adorning the garment's waist added a warm glow to the singer's wintertime walk down the aisle with her love, Roey Herskovitz.
Dubbed "Queen of the Telenovelas," Latin sensation Thalia celebrated her first moment of matrimony in a regal, hand-embroidered masterpiece of silk, satin and tulle (seen in the photo to the left.) A $350,000 Mitzy creation 18 months in the making, the gown featured silver thread embellishments and Swarovski crystals which captured the lights inside St. Patrick's Cathedral as she walked past Julio Iglesias, Michael Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and 200 other illustrious guests.
As a Cinderella-style carriage bore the bride to the 50-yard line of the M&T Bank Stadium, a storybook silhouette was needed for Shauna Chine's nuptials to football star Daniel Wilcox. Pnina Tornai scored a touchdown in the design department with a strapless, curve-conscious creation which flared into rippling waves of fabric that cascaded behind the lady of the hour as she walked toward her groom. Draped over the bride's hair and tumbling atop the gown's train, a lace-edged veil enhanced the effect of opulence.
In celebration of their eternal love, Twilight star Peter Facinelli stood at the altar of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Montecito, California back in 2001 and watched 90210 star Jennie Garth glide down the aisle to the strains of Pachelbel's "Canon in D Major" in an off-the-shoulder, ivory silk creation by Reem Acra.
A vintage diamond choker made a dramatic accent to Angela Bassett's gem of a dress on the day she wed actor Courtney B. Vance. Designed with a v-neckline, the silk Escada creation was paired with a French lace train which trailed four feet behind the bride.
Following her vows inside the Salt Lake Temple, the scarlet cape which draped over High SchoolMusical star KayCee Stroh kept out the cold as she walked in snow as white as her Govavari Dupion silk Sottero and Midgley wedding dress.
Lisa Rinna, who today highlights the hits and misses of Hollywood stars on the red carpet, wore a definite fashion "do" to her wedding-- a gown created by designer to the stars Vera Wang. A diaphanous veil floating behind her topped the romantic look of the white, floor-length slip dress.
Sprigs of Snow Gum-- its bloom a reminder of her native Australia-- was nestled into the array of white roses and stephanotis which the former Mary Donaldson carried on the day she donned a wedding dress designed by Uffe Frank (seen in the photo at left). Irish lace worn a century before by Crown Princess Margret of Sweden on the day she said "I do" framed the bride's face as she began her walk down the aisle, the Chantilly lace trim on the train of the duchess satin gown brushing gently against the red carpet as she made her way to the altar of Our Lady Lutheran Cathedral, where Denmark's Crown Prince Frederik waited to make her his wife.
Like a visual interpretation of one of her power ballads, Celine Dion's bridal attire featured dramatic flourishes. Light dancing off the facets of a seven-pound tiara accented with 2,000 Austrian crystals captured the attention of attendees as the pop superstar entered the Notre Dame Basilica in a fairytale frock created by Mirella and Steve Gentile.
NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon's heart accelerated when he saw Ingrid Vandebosch in her J. Mendel Couture wedding dress. Although showcasing daring decolletage, the gown's off-the-shoulder design, paired with a lace-trimmed veil, offered a hint of Regency romance.
A ruffled hem added a touch of flamenco flair to model Tanya Callau's Oscar de la Renta gown (seen in the photo to the left,) which was paired with a diaphanous veil that bobbed in the breeze as the bride exchanged vows with Growing Pains star Alan Thicke on the grounds of the One & Only Palmilla Resort.
Andrew Firestone was The Bachelor no more when Ivana Bozilovic donned a Reem Acra gown and said "I do." The couple's two adorable fur babies-- an English bulldog named Twiggy and a beagle that answers to "Snoopy" were on hand to watch the bride walk down the aisle in the ivory silk and lace illusion creation.
Businessman Francois-Henri Pinault may be one of his country's richest men, but on February 14, 2009 the billionaire received a gift that is priceless-- a pledge of love from his bride, actress Salma Hayek.
Having received a Valentine from her beau in September 2007 in the form of their daughter Valentina Paloma Pinault, it seems only fitting that the silver screen beauty chose the day dedicated to devotion to exchange vows, transforming the City of Lights into The City of Love as they were united in matrimony at City Hall in the sixth arrondissement, according to Agence France-Presse.
The actress had wore a platinum engagement ring topped with a 5-plus oval diamond embraced by trillions from March 2007 until the pair parted ways in July 2008. Return visits to Paris in later months brought about their romantic reconciliation.
21209: "Life" Star Sarah Shahi and Actor Steve Howey's Wedding
On February 7, 2009, actress Sarah Shahi-- a star of the NBC crime drama series Life-- promised to love, honor and cherish actor Steve Howey as long as they both shall live.
According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the happy couple enjoyed their wedding weekend in true Neon City style, starting with a rehearsal dinner at Tony n' Tina's Wedding, the marriage-minded audience participation show currently playing at the Planet Hollywood Resort, which was followed by a party at Prive.
Actor Steve Howey, who played Kate Hudson's fiance in the 2009 comedy Bride Wars, stepped into the role of groom in real life when he walked inside A Elvis Chapel, the Vegas venue chosen by Entourage's Kevin Dillon for his 2006 wedding. Having chosen the ultimate "Elvis Unplugged and Plugged" package, the pair pledged their love in front of "the King of Rock 'n Roll," who proceeded to serenade the newlyweds with an hour's worth of love songs.
Once pronounced husband and wife, the bride and groom celebrated their union, as well as the impending arrival of their first child, with a reception dinner and slices of a 24-layer chocolate cake at Planet Hollywood's Strip House.
21009: Actress Kristy Swanson and Olympian Lloyd Eisler's Wedding
Just as five interlocking rings symbolize the Olympic spirit, so the wedding rings which two-time Olympic bronze medalist Lloyd Eisler and actress Kristy Swanson presented to each other on February 7, 2009 represent the spirit of a love which continues to grow.
The Van Morrison tune "Crazy" announced the arrival of the bride, whose Carmen Steffens shoes carried her past the 100 friends and family members who had gathered at the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo, California to witness the event, People magazine reported. The groom, who donned a black Nicole Miller tuxedo for the occasion, stood by the officiant as he watched the woman who won his heart as they skated to victory in the 2006 FOX reality competition Skating with Celebrities walk toward him in an ivory Amy Michelson creation.
Following the exchange of vows, guests nibbled on chocolate truffles from FireLilly Gourmet Chocolates and sampled slices of a four-tier wedding cake while the song "I'll Be"-- an Edwin McCain tune from the soundtrack of their days on the FOX skating series-- beckoned the newlyweds on to the dance floor.
Baseball star Derek Lowe, who signed a four-year contract with the Atlanta Braves in January 2009, has revealed that he also recently signed a lifelong contract-- a marriage license.
The starting pitcher said "I do" to former TV sports journalist Carolyn Hughes in December 2008 inside Lovett Hall in The Henry Ford at Dearborn, Michigan, the Boston Herald reports.
Following their nuptials, the newlyweds enjoyed a reception at The Ritz Carlton-- a fete that was hit out of the ballpark with the assistance of Ivy Robinson Wedding & Events. In a room accented in red and gold, the happy couple sampled slices of a four tier wedding cake created by The Art of Cake as they celebrated with family and friends.
20609: "Fringe" Stars Anna Torv and Mark Valley Celebrate Secret Wedding
While past love John Scott appears only in hallucinations to FBI Agent Olivia Dunham in the FOX series Fringe, Mark Valley-- the actor who portrays the agent's fallen former beau-- is a very real presence in the life of co-star Anna Torv.
Keeping their romance a cherished secret for months, the happy news that the couple who have shared screen time on J.J. Abrams' sci-fi-themed show are sharing their lives together as husband and wife was recently revealed.
According to E! online, the pair pledged their love in an intimate ceremony, which was held during the Christmas 2008 season.
Although she's best known for her single "Stay" (I Missed You,) on January 31, 2009 the title of her 1997 hit "I Do" was at the forefront of Lisa Loeb's thoughts as she exchanged vows with Roey Hershkovitz, the musical coordinator for Late Night with Conan O'Brien.
Finding her soul mate in 2006, the same year that E! Network chronicled the singer's search for true love in the reality series #1 Single, the couple became betrothed in November 2008 at the Maritime Hotel.
An epicurean adventurer who formally hosted a program on The Food Network, the bride chose New York City restaurant Brasserie 8 1/2 as the site for the wedding ceremony. Wearing a pink, strapless silhouette from the Amsale Blue Label, the singer strolled past 275 friends and family members on her way to stand by the groom, who donned a Paul Smith suit for the occasion, People magazine online revealed.
Following the Jewish ceremony, guests gathered for a buffet banquet topped with slices of a white wedding cake concocted of chocolate mousse.
Each Monday through Friday, Juliet Huddy shines a spotlight on celebrities and the day's hot topics on The Morning Show with Mike andJuliet. On January 23, 2009, however, it was the TV presenter's turn to shine as she said "I do" to her love, Doug Barrett.
Sharing her happiness with her viewing audience just days after her walk down the aisle, the newly-pronounced Mrs. reminisced about a day which began with transcendental spa treatments to relax the wedding party before the ceremony commenced at the Tribeca Grand Hotel.
Donning rose-hued, strapless dresses, bridesmaids preceded the lady of the hour past family and friends, then the romantic refrain of the song "Falling Slowly" from the movie Once announced the arrival of the bride, whose diaphanous veil, which clung to blonde tresses coiffed into a chignon, floated delicately behind her as she strolled in a Harlowesque silhouette by Amy Michelson toward the groom.
After exchanging vows, Geraldo Rivera, FOX News reporter Laura Ingle and, of course, the bride's co-host Mike Jerrick were among those to wish the newlyweds well during a reception which included a performance by American Idol season seven finalist Carly Smithson.
13609: Ben Lee and Ione Skye Celebrate Second Wedding
Actress Ione Skye, best known for her role in the contemporary romance classic Say Anything, recently said "I do" for a second time to indie musician Ben Lee.
Having already pledged their love in a two-hour Hindu ceremony held near Vellore, India on December 29, 2008 in the presence of the bride-brother Donovan Leitch and How I Met Your Mother star Josh Radnor, the happy couple felt that there was no place like home for the legalization of their union in the US.
Gathering a small band of friends to their Los Angeles abode, the silver screen star walked down the aisle as "Here Comes the Bride" played on iTunes, US magazine reports. Honoring Jewish tradition, the couple confirmed their vows beneath a chuppah and the groom smashed a glass as the pair were once again pronounced husband and wife.
While many couples consider the sentiment"Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be" words to live by, actress Jess Zhang took the Robert Browning poem to heart on her wedding day, donning a white wig to symbolize her hope for a long and happy life with the man she loves, actor Dicky Cheung, Xinhuanet.com reports.
On January 12, 2009, the bride walked down the aisle of St. Augustine's Church in Manila, the Philippines, the hem of her ballgown skirt and her long, diaphanous veil gently brushing the red carpet which paved her way to the groom, who wore a white suit and bow tie for the occasion.
The pearls on the bride's six-strand necklace shook as the actress tried to hold back tears of happiness which began to flow freely as the couple-- whose romance began nine years ago-- exchanged vows beneath the glitter of a chandelier.
Following the nuptials, a horse-drawn carriage bore the newlyweds to the Hotel Sofitel, where a fireworks displays illuminated the couple's smiling faces during the reception.
12609: "Mamma Mia!" Star Stellan Skarsgard's Wedding
Actor Stellan Skarsgard, who belted out an array of ABBA tunes in the wedding-themed box office hit Mamma Mia!, no doubt felt like singing on his own wedding day, January 12, 2009.
According to Aftonbladet, the Swedish star exchanged vows with Megan Everett at the city hall in Nacka, near Stockholm.
Duty called shortly after the couple's "I do," requiring that the star return to the Los Angeles set of his upcoming flick Angels + Demons-- the sequel to The Da Vinci Code.
Bobby Rydell, who starred in the 1963 musical Bye Bye Birdie, said hello to life as the husband to Linda Hoffman on January 17, 2009. The happy couple exchanged vows after a courtship which began in October 2007.
According to The Las Vegas Review-Journal, Charlotte Richards-- the proprietor of The Little White Chapel-- was asked to officiate the ceremony, which took place at the Bootlegger Bistro on the South Strip.
The singer, who climbed to number two on the Billboard charts with his single "Wild One," wore a sedate pin-striped suit for the occasion, while the bride donned a dove grey dress which showcased her white calla lily bouquet.
Although her days of portraying Dr. Neela Rasgotra on the NBC landmark series ER will soon come to an end, actress Parminder Nagra has already stepped into a new role-- that of a wife to her love of the past seven years, James Stenson.
According to OK! magazine, the happy couple enjoyed an intimate "I do" at a residence in the Hollywood Hills on the afternoon of January 17, 2009. The newlyweds, who were joined together in a traditional Sikh ceremony, will welcome their first child into the world this summer.
Having scored a record six hat-tricks in one season, Scottish soccer star Kenny Deuchar could be considered a regal presence on the playing field. On the second weekend in January 2009 the athlete, who today plays for Utah's Real Salt Lake team, no doubt felt like a king as he said "I do" to Silvy Erskine at Airth Castle Hotel.
Returning to his homeland for the ceremony, the groom sported a kilt and sporan for his walk down the aisle at the 14th century retreat, while his bride opted for a classic white wedding dress designed with a sweetheart neckline.
During her years on the fairway, Annika Sorenstam was victorious in 72 LPGA tournaments. On January 10, 2009, however, the recently retired golfing great won the greatest prize of all-- a love to last a lifetime.
The sun seemed to shine a spotlight on the Swedish sports star as she made her way to the afternoon ceremony at the Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in Orlando, Florida, where 125 friends and family member gathered to watch bridesmaids in brown strapless dresses walk down the aisle before the bride made her grand entrance in a strapless creation encrusted with beading.
After pledging her love to Mike McGee, her fiance since August 2007, the newlyweds and their guests celebrated into the evening hours at the 600-acre private retreat, the AP reports. Putting her golf clubs aside, the newly dubbed Mrs. McGee will test her skills on the ski slopes during her honeymoon shortly following her appearance at the Annika invitational at the Ginn Reunion Resort.
Always a ruling presence on stage,"The Dutchess" no doubt felt like a queen on her wedding day. From actor Mario Lopez, who fondly remembers Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson bestowing his first kiss, to will.i.am and Taboo of The Black Eyed Peas, the bride's past and present harmoniously mingled on the grounds of the Church Estate Vineyards in Malibu, California before the ceremony commenced on January 10, 2009.
Magnolia trees adorned with white roses perfumed the air as the the singer began her walk toward the groom, actor Josh Duhamel. According to US magazine online, the train of her Dolce & Gabbana gown trailed behind her as she strolled in a corseted creation draped in a overlay of tulle past family, friends and 10 bridesmaids dressed in black silhouettes from the same designers. A 14-piece orchestra provided a soundtrack to the moment as the groom slipped a diamond wedding band from H. Stern jewelers on his bride's finger to accompany her 4-carat, brilliant cut diamond engagement ring. In turn, the groom received an 18K white gold band.
Following the nuptials, guests gathered inside tents erected on the property for the reception.
11409: "Dexter" Stars Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter Marry
While they may be slated to stroll hand-in-hand down the red carpet at The Golden Globes, actors Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter have announced that they have already walked down the aisle together.
The couple, who portray small screen siblings on the Showtime drama Dexter, have been real life sweethearts for the past one and one-half years-- a romance which led to a New Year's Eve elopement.
United in an outdoor ceremony in Big Sur, California, the Associated Press reports that family played a role in the happy occasion, with the wedding band of the bride's grandfather lovingly attached to her bouquet of white roses.
11309: "High School Musical" Star KayCee Stroh's Wedding
Actress KayCee Stroh graduated from school bells to wedding bells on January 9, 2009. Donning a custom creation by Sottero and Midgley, the ruffled, white Godavari Dupion silk hem of the garment's full skirt swept the aisle as the High School Musical cast member made her way to the altar of the Salt Lake Temple in Salt Lake City, Utah, where Ben Higginson presented the Disney darling with a wedding band to accompany the princess cut solitaire diamond engagement ring which has graced her finger since May 24, 2008, when her love proposed from the top of H Rock.
According to People magazine online, the bonds of friendship formed by HSM cast members remain strong, as evident by the guests who gathered to witness the ring ceremony after the intimate Mormon service, including Monique Coleman, Bart Johnson and Ryne Sanborn.
The newlyweds are beginning their new life together as husband and wife with a honeymoon excursion to Hawaii.
11209: Fergie and Josh Duhamel Celebrate Upcoming Wedding with A Party (video)
Days before donning a Dolce & Gabbana gown for her walk down the aisle, Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson strolled with fiance Josh Duhamel into the Dakota Lounge, Santa Monica's latest hot spot, for a shared celebration of their upcoming union.
Bathed in the warm glow of candlelight, 75 guests were seated at tables topped with recycled bamboo as they were served shrimp skewers, tuna tartare and Kobe beef sliders, People magazine online reported.
A profusion of paparazzi swarmed outside the restaurant, and Pop TV captured glimpses of the prospective groom and his bride-to-be as they entered the eatery:
Actress Ione Skye of Say Anything fame said "I do" to indie singer Ben Lee on December 29, 2008.
Having traveled to India to receive his guru's guidance prior to his January 11, 2008 proposal, the country once again played an important role in the couple's lives as they were joined in matrimony at the Sri Narayani Peedam near Vellore, Life & Style magazine online reported.
The bride, who appears on the cover of her new husband's upcoming CD The Rebirth of Venus, was swathed in a green saree and laden with garlands during the Hindu ceremony, which was witnessed not only by the bride's brother (Donovan Leitch) but also by locals in the area.
Flashing his ring finger, Craig Ferguson-- the host of The Late Late Show-- announced on his January 5, 2009 show that he is now a married man. The talk show titan took on the role of husband to art dealer Megan Wallace Cunningham during a ceremony held in Vermont over the holidays.
This is the third time for Ferguson to tie the knot. In July 1998, one hundred and fifty guests, including Buffy The Vampire Slayer star Anthony Stewart Head and funnyman Drew Carey, gathered at the Regal Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles to witness the kilt-clad comedian exchange vows with Sascha Corwin.
From The Dark Knight to the Harry Potter franchise, Gary Oldman has appeared in some of cinema's most lavish productions in recent years. When the time arrived to say "I do" to jazz singer Alexandra Edenborough, however, the esteemed actor opted for a simple ceremony.
According to The Daily Mail, the Bafta award-winning thespian tied the knot on December 29, 2008 in Santa Barbara, California. The star's agent, who took on the role of best man during the nuptials, announced the news of the happy event.
The wedding marks the fourth marriage for Mr. Oldman. Uma Thurman, the second Mrs. Oldman, announced her engagement to Arpad "Arki" Busson in June 2008.
10409: Fergie Shops for Honeymoon Apparel at L.A. Boutique
In the 1920's, Alice Prin was the queen of the bohemian scene in Paris. Making her mark in history as an artist's muse who inspired masterpieces from Jean Cocteau, Alexander Calder and Man Ray, the gifted painter and nightclub singer was know as Kiki de Montparnasse-- a seductive sobriquet which now lives on through the Los Angeles boudoir-themed boutique which bears the name.
Shopping at the Melrose Avenue store, Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson recently browsed through an array of unique unmentionables in anticipation for her honeymoon to Hollywood heartthrob Josh Duhamel. The happy couple are planing to pledge their love on January 10, 2009.
The Black Eyed Peas singer was not the first famous face to be spotted looking for lingerie at Kiki de Montparnasse since its grand opening in 2007. Shortly before saying "I do" to Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz, Ashlee Simpson enjoyed a pre-wedding party at the boutique.
Celebrating the recent start of their married life together, the Maldives beckoned to Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden and music producer Chris Hughes, who left for their honeymoon hideaway on January 2, 2009. Along with their luggage, the couple carried with them the happy memories of their December 10, 2008 wedding, the Daily Mail reported.
Engaged since 2004, their years together brought about the birth of their daughter Alexa, who acted as a flower girl on her parents' special day, sprinkling petals in the church on the grounds of Babington House in Somerset, England.
Among the guests to witness the happy occasion was actress Sarah Parish (The Wedding Date), who had earlier joined her friend for a bachelorette party in Norfolk's Burnham Market, and who no doubt thought about her own December 2007 wedding day as she watched the bride walk to the altar, where F1 racing champion David Coulthard stood by in the role of best man as the groom recited his vows.
Regally standing in the French Quarter since 1822, Latrobe's on Royal has long possessed a special place in the hearts of New Orleanians. As of December 31, 2008 the landmark has also held special significance to Bryan Spears, the brother of Britney and Jamie Lynn Spears, and his bride-- his sister Jamie Lynn's manager, Graciella Sanchez.
Contemplating their own walk down the aisle, Jamie Lynn and her fiance Casey Aldridge, along with their baby Maddie, Jamie Lynn's celebrity sibling and her sons Jayden James and Preston and the pop icons' parents Jamie and Lynne Spears gathered together for the intimate "I do." According to People magazine online, the groom looked stylish in a Marc Jacobs suit, while the woman of the hour donned an off-white creation by Carolina Herrera.
The end of the year marked the beginning of a new life for American Idol season six finalist Gina Glocksen, who became the wife of Joe Ruzicka following a three year courtship. Family and friends gathered at the Century Memorial Chapel at Naper Settlement in Naperville, Illinois witnessed former AI contestants Jordin Sparks and Haley Scarnato walk down the aisle in champagne-hued designs before the bride made her grand entrance, People magazine online reported.
When attending the October 2008 "I do" of fellow American Idol contestant LaKisha Jones, no doubt the reality star dreamed of the day when she would don her own wedding dress. The moment arrived on New Year's Eve, when she slipped into a white, floor-length creation embellished with beading for the non-denominational ceremony. Clutching a bouquet of dark crimson roses, the bride's fingertip veil-- attached to tresses tinted with scarlet streaks-- gently swayed as she walked toward the groom, who presented the singer with a wedding band to accompany the engagement ring which has graced the performer's finger since August 7, 2007, when Ruzicka promised forever to the budding recording artist on stage at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois.
Shortly after the celebration ended, bridesmaid Jordin Sparks shared the joy of the day with fans on MySpace. Serenading the newlyweds with a rendition of "I Wanna Hold Your Hand" for their first dance, the microphone was later handed over to the bride, who sang the touching contemporary country classic, "Lee Ann Womack's "I Hope You Dance," for her new husband and his mother.
As 2008 cames to a close, Lovetripper takes a look back at some of the stylish silhouettes the stars wore when they said "I do." What's your pick for the year's dreamiest wedding dress?
1) Portia de Rossi-- While only time will tell if same sex marriages will once again be legally recognized in the state of California, there's no doubt that the former Arrested Development star will always feel married in her heart to talk show dynamo Ellen DeGeneres after a romantic wedding ceremony held at the couple's Los Angeles home. For their special day, the actress donned a blush pink Zac Posen creation consisting of a halter top top which flowed into a full, ballgown skirt.
2) Jenna Bush-- Republicans and Democrats alike agreed that the Oscar de la Renta gown (seen in the photo below) worn by the President's daughter to her wedding with Henry Hager was a dream design. Constructed of silk organza accented with embroidery and matte beading, the couturier's creation blended high society sophistication into the down home ceremony held on the grounds of the family's Prairie Chapel Ranch in Crawford, Texas.
3) Roselyn Sanchez-- Without a Trace of doubt in her mind, the actress donned a strapless creation by Angel Sanchez, the same designer who has also concocted the wedding day dress of one of the invited guests, Eva Longoria-Parker. Putting her fashionable foot forward, the scarlet soles of her Christian Louboutin stilettos added an element of color as she walked down the aisle in the ruffled raiment toward her groom, actor Eric Winter.
4) Shauna Wilcox-- Wearing the year's most lavish look, the bride of Baltimore Ravens star Daniel Wilcox scored a touchdown with her Prina Tornai design. A lace-edged veil draped over the gown's folds, which cascaded to a cathedral length as she stepped out of a Cinderella carriage and walked to the 50-yard line of the M&T Bank Stadium for the ceremony.
5) Ashlee Simpson-- A cathedral-length veil spilled out behind her as the refrain of The Beatles' "Blackbird" escorted the pop star down the aisle. While her bridesmaids and groom were garbed in black, the bride opted for the romance of an ivory lace Monique Lhuillier design on the day she said "I do" to Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz.
6) Mariah Carey-- A pair of Christian Louboutin stilettos prevented the hem of Grammy Award winner's Nile Cmylo wedding dress from shifting in the sand of her Windemere Island estate as she exchanged vows with Nick Cannon during a sunset ceremony. The fabric of the curve-conscious creation was off-white, transforming into a pale pink which harmonized with the hue of the emerald-cut diamond which takes center stage on the singer's Jacob the Jeweler engagement ring.
7) Katharine McPhee-- Capturing the mood of the moment, the heavenly voices of a choir sang "Joyful, Joyful" after the American Idol finalist was pronounced the wife of Nick Cokas. Walking back up the aisle on the arm of her new husband, the delicate Spanish Chantilly lace and tulle of her Manuel Mota for Pronovias gown swept the aisle of the Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church.
8) Beverley Mitchell-- a Melissa Sweet silhouette composed of a body-hugging bodice which flowed into a trumpet skirt made the former 7th Heaven star look like an angel for her long-time love, Michael Cameron, who wore Kenneth Cole attire on their special day. The happy couple were united in matrimony in the presence of the bride's one-time small screen siblings Mackenzie Rosman and Jessica Biel (who attended with beau Justin Timberlake) at the Santa Maria della Gradillo church in Ravello, Italy.
9) Jewel Kilcher-- The ivory lace of the Grammy Award winner's Monique Lhuillier gown was bathed in candlelight as she stepped on to the sands at The Cove Atlantis for a nighttime ceremony with rodeo champion Ty Murray.
10) Ivana Trump-- Although the marriage did not stand the test of time, the socialite will always have the memory of wearing her Zuhair Murad wedding dress on the day she said "I do" to Rossano Rubicondi at the Mar-a-Lago estate. The Swarovski crystals applied to the garment's pale pink silk dazzled in the daylight as a pair of pink diamond-studded Manolo Blahnik shoes carried her to her groom.
Lovetripper's Look Back at Previous Celebrity Top 10 Lists
As the curtain comes down on 2008, we've been reminiscing about some of the year's most stellar ceremonies. If you want to take a look back at the A-listers who walked down the aisle in years gone by, here's a compilation of Lovetripper's previous Top 10 lists of Tinseltown twosomes who tied the knot. Some of their marriages may not have stood the test of time, but we'll always have the memories.
After two decades of devotion, actor Woody Harrelson said "Aloha" to life as a married man on December 28, 2008 when he exchanged vows with Laura Louie, the mother of his three daughters.
According to US magazine online, a Hawaiian chant echoed near Kipahulu, Maui before a small gathering of A-list attendees, including Owen Wilson, country crooner Willie Nelson, Academy Award winner Sean Penn and singer Alanis Morissette (who performed during the ceremony) witnessed the bride-- who donned a white dress for the happy occasion-- and groom, whose colorful Hawaiian print shirt matched the joy in his heart, pledge their love to each other.
121508: Top 10 Best-Dressed Celebrity Grooms of 2008
The bride may be the star of each wedding, but her groom needs the proper vestments to make a vision of the perfect ceremony complete. As the calendar year comes to an end, Lovetripper remembers the leading men who looked dashing for their I do's.
1) Eric Winter-- At their reception, the former Days of Our Lives star showed off his dance moves until four in the morning after presenting Without A Trace's Roselyn Sanchez with a wedding band emblazoned with the words "Two for the Road." The actor chose a Calvin Klein black suit paired with a white ascot for the exchange of vows, which had taken place at Puerto Rico's San Cristobal fort during the Thanksgiving Day weekend.
2) Count Rodolphe of Limburg Stirum-- Morning suits are a traditional choice among the social set. On the day that wedding bells chimed at St. Rumbolds Cathedral all eyes may have been on the bride, but Archduchess Marie-Christine of Austria only had eyes for her groom (seen in the photo below), who had donned a black cutaway coat vest and grey striped trousers for the joyous occasion.
3) Pete Wentz-- Bedecked in black on black, the Fall Out Boy was a slightly gothic groom in his Dior Homme suit on the day he received a platinum William Noble wedding band from Ashlee Simpson. A stylish ceremony, even the musician's English Bulldog Hemingway dressed up for the I do's, sporting an Elizabethan collar for his role as the couple's ring bearer.
4) Nick Cannon-- A tattoo of his bride's name, stretching across the Drumline star's upper back, was hidden by the shirt and jacket of a Balencia suit as the actor pledged his love to Mariah Carey on the shore of the singer's Windemere Island estate in the Bahamas. As though signifying the start of their new life together, the groom opted for a white on white ensemble for the happy occasion.
5) Charlie Crist-- Putting on his white tie and tails, Florida's governor (seen in the photo below) was a grand groom in time-honored attire when he stood at the altar of First United Methodist Church in St. Petersburg and waited for Carole Rome to walk down the aisle in a Pronovias gown.
6) Wayne Rooney-- Voices of a gospel choir singing "Love Can Build a Bridge" echoed inside the Church of San Michele di Pagano after the soccer star and his long-time love Coleen McLoughlin lit a unity candle during one of the most lavish ceremonies of the year. The Manchester United member wore a Raffaele Caruso suit personalized with the couple's wedding date on the day his bride slipped a white gold band bedecked with diamonds on his ring finger.
7) Ruben Studdard-- Twenty groomsmen stood by the Velvet Teddy Bear as he said his vows to Surata Zuri McCants in Joseph Abboud attire-- a classic black tuxedo teamed with a white vest and bow tie. Purchased at Mr. Burch Formal Wear, the store also suited up the singer's attendants, with tuxes by the same designer paired with black shirts and vests.
8) Gareth Gates-- Wearing a black Chris Beales suit with white detailing, the former Pop Idol finalist and his bride Suzanne Mole held a sword which cut slices of a five-tier, white chocolate-covered cake from Heather Higgins' Sweet Art during their reception after a wedding held at Belvoir Castle.
9) Cory Hardrict-- Looking stylish in a black satin suit from Hugo Boss, the Lincoln Heights star sampled slices of a five tier, flower festooned wedding cake created by Cake Divas following his "I do" to actress Tia Mowry. 10) Charlie Sheen-- Since 1973, marriage-minded males have turned to Men's Wearhouse for their wedding day duds. Tired of the designer tuxedos he has had to don for events, the Two and A Half Men star chose a casual look from the store for his ceremony with Brooke Mueller-- a classic black suit and crisp white shirt, which he paired with a black and grey-striped tie.
121408: Top 10 Celebrity Bridesmaids Dresses of 2008
Gone are the days of garish bridesmaids garments. Today the family and friends who stand in support of the bride on her special day often wear attire akin to that of any A-lister, and as 2008 draws to a close Lovetripper takes a look back at some of the stunning silhouettes the stars chose for those who accompanied them on their walk down the aisle.
1) Jenna Bush-- The 14 attendants at the First Daughter's I do's donned designs by Texas native Lela Rose, who constructed the above-the-knee creations from crinkle-silk chiffon. The wild botanical beauty which grace the Lone Star landscape each spring was inspiration for the dresses spectrum of shades, which ranged from bluebonnet blue to buttercup pink, with the bride's twin sister Barbara making an impression in a moonstone-hued gown.
2) Katharine McPhee-- Matching the blush on the bride's cheeks, members of the American Idol finalist's wedding party were pretty in pink as yards of pale tulle beneath an overlay of silk-satin crepe swept through the Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church. The romantic raiments were created by Armine Ohanessian of R-Mine Bridal Couture.
3) Ashlee Simpson-- Although she had donned an ethereal ecru-hued chiffon creation by Vera Wang for her sister's 2002 wedding ceremony, for her own stroll down the aisle with Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz the entertainer chose a glimmer of gothic glamour by the same designer for her bridesmaids, which included her star sibling, Jessica Simpson.
4) Malinda Williams-- The bride's former Soul Food co-stars Nicole Ari Parker and Vanessa Williams donned designs by David's Bridal for their promenade down the path toward the pastor who presided over the star's wedding to Derrick "D-Nice" Jones. The strapless, mocha-hued creations were embellished with deep chocolate sashes which hugged the bridesmaids' waists.
5) Jackie Louez-- Looking chic in a sleek black silhouette, silver screen star Kate Bosworth wore a Lisa Ho creation fashioned with a criss cross front on the day she watched her friend say "I do".
6) Jill Stonerock-- In 2008 actress RachelBilson showed her passion for fashion through her Edie Rose clothing line and in the attendants' attire worn in the wedding of Jill Stonerock andJosh Schwartz, the mastermind behind The O.C., Chuck and Gossip Girl. Selecting the palest shade of green for her own dress, the small screen beauty teamed up with designer Brian Reyes to create garments of silk georgette and chiffon.
7) Archduchess Marie-Christine of Austria-- Choosing a cherubic troupe of children for her bridal party, angelic flower halos wreathed each tiny attendant's brow as they filed down the aisle in cream-colored frocks, as seen in the photo below. Scarlet sashes thematically tied in with the vermillion velvet jackets worn by the page boys.
8) Beverley Mitchell-- Standing in support of their small screen sister, former 7th Heaven costars Jessica Biel and Mackenzie Rosman were visions in Vineyard Collection creations. Sleek, strapless silhouettes, the dark tone of the floor-length dresses offered a dramatic backdrop in the wedding photos.
9) Tia Mowry-- A path of fragrant rose petals guided Tamera Mowry, the bride's Sister, Sister down the lawn of the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore. Acting as maid of honor, the bride's twin wore a floor-length, strapless aubergine gown from Tadashi, the same designer who created midi-length, rose-tinted halter dresses for the bridesmaids.
10) Autumn Kelly-- Before the opening notes of the "Prince of Denmark's March" announced the bride's entrance, junior bridesmaids in celadon-hued Sue Palmer silhouettes strolled down the aisle of St. George's Chapel on the grounds of Windsor Castle. Following close behind was Zara Phillips, the sister of the groom, who was among the group of bridesmaids who donned strapless Vera Wang creations for the occasion.
121308: Fergie and Josh Duhamel Plan for January Wedding
The beginning of a new year will also mark the start of a new life together as husband and wife for Black Eyed Peas performer Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson and actor Josh Duhamel. On January 10, 2009 the guests who received wedding invitations emblazoned with the date will gather in the Los Angeles area to witness the union, People magazine online reports.
The couple's walk down the aisle will be the culmination of a love which began four years ago, leading to a December 2007 proposal and a 3-4 carat diamond solitaire engagement ring.
Although many of the "I do" details remain a secret at the moment, InTouch magazine online has revealed that the couple's special day will be overseen by celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss, and that the pair will enjoy a sweet start to their marriage when they sample slices of a seven ft. tall, flower-festooned wedding cake at their reception.
(See photos of Fergie's four-footed friends at Lovetripper's sister site, Dogtipper.com.)
121208: Top 10 Celebrity Destination Weddings of 2008
As we get ready to say so long to 2008, Lovetripper takes a look back at a few of the well-known traveling twosomes who packed their bags this year for a destination "I do."
1) Roselyn Sanchez and Eric Winter-- A pair of Christian Louboutin stilettos carried the Without A Trace star down a path lined with roses and hydrangeas to the altar at San Cristobal fort in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Realizing that they had much to be thankful for on that Thanksgiving Day weekend, the bride and her newly-dubbed husband shared their joy with a number of notables, including Desperate Housewives cast member Eva Longoria-Parker, CSI: Miami's Adam Rodriguez, Without a Trace castmates Anthony LaPaglia, Poppy Montgomery and Eric Close as well as a four-footed member of the lovebirds' family-- their dog Mota.
2) Wayne Rooney and Coleen McLoughlin-- A long-time love reached its ultimate goal when the British soccer star said "I do" in Italy. A flock of angels on a the frescoed ceiling hovered overhead during the couple's civil ceremony inside Villa Durazzo at Santa Margherita Lugire (seen in the photo below), which was followed by a religious blessing of their union at the Church of San Michele di Pagano.
3) Beverley Mitchell and Michael Cameron-- Former small screen siblings Mackenzie Rosman and Jessica Biel took on the role of bridesmaids at the wedding of their one-time 7th Heaven cast mate. The actress, who played a minister's daughter on the heartwarming series, was pronounced the wife of her longtime love inside the Santa Maria della Gradillo church in Ravello, Italy on October 1, 2008.
4) Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon-- The multi-Grammy Award winner's "Vision of Love" included a wedding ceremony on the sands of her Windemere Island estate in the Bahamas.
5) Antonio Pierce and Jocelyn Maldonado-- As the setting sun cast its last rays over the Hoku Lani private estate on the island of Maui on May 24, 2008, the dimming light danced on the facets of the bride's 4-carat round-cut diamond engagement ring from Designed by Alme as the New York Giants linebacker slipped a wedding band on the model's finger. Following the exchange of vows, the Hawaiian happiness continued for the newlyweds and their 60 guests as they enjoyed lobster and filet mignon during a reception held at the Grand Wailea Resort.
6) Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds-- Having sown the seeds of love, the romance between the two top stars reached fruition with a wedding ceremony held at the Clayoquet Wilderness Resort in British Columbia. The nuptials allowed the notables to get back to nature, with their guests enjoying horseback rides and fishing during their stay.
7) Chris Evert and Greg Norman-- The arches of a former French monastery framed the tennis legend and the golfing great as they pledged their love to each other at The Cloisters (seen in the photo below), a romantic landmark on the One & Only Ocean Club in the Bahamas. A popular wedding locale for luminaries, the serene site looks down upon the island's Versailles Gardens, where '90's heartthrob Jason Priestley said "I do" in 2005 to his bride, Naomi Lowde.
8) Jewel and Ty Murray-- The Grammy Award-winning songbird became the rodeo champion's Caribbean queen when she stepped out in a classic Monique Lhuillier wedding dress on to the sands outside of the Cove Atlantis resort in the Bahamas and spoke her self-penned vows.
9) Eli Manning and Abby McGrew-- From actor Alan Thicke (the patriarch on GrowingPains) and Fantastic Four star Ioan Gruffudd to paparazzi-friendly pair Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt, the One & Only Palmilla resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is one of the entertainment world's top spots to exchange vows. The football great donned a khaki suit for a 16-minute sunset ceremony with his longtime love in the spring of 2008.
10) James Gandolfini and Deborah Lin-- A harpist's rendition of "The Hawaiian Wedding Song" escorted the bride down the aisle of the Central Union Church in Honolulu, leading her to the Sopranos star, who stood at the altar along with his best man-- his eight-year-old son. After their I do's, the newlyweds and their friends feasted on Chinese roasted duck breast and angel hair pasta, Ahi tuna and broiled Mahi Mahi.
Since the start of their romance in September 2007, Carole Rome has been first in the heart of the man she loves. On December 12, 2008 the socialite also became the First Lady of Florida as she said "I do" to Governor Charlie Crist. Olympian Shannon Miller and Tampa Bay Buccaneer Derrick Brooks were among the 200 guests who gathered inside the First United Methodist Church in St. Petersburg and rose from the pews as the regal strain of Trumpet Voluntary, the tune which famously accompanied Princess Diana's walk down the aisle in 1981, announced the arrival of the bride.
Clutching a bouquet of ivory roses, a pair of three inch Filippa Scott shoes carried the bride to her destination in a silk silhouette from Pronovias, which had been purchased at the Wedding Atelier in Manhattan.
Signifying a union both of two soul mates and of their families, the bride's two young daughters-- dressed, like the matron of honor and the Governor's sisters in champagne-colored creations by designer Jim Hjelm-- gave their mother away to the groom, who looked dapper as he stood at the flower-bedecked altar in a black tuxedo, Tampa Bay Online reported.
Following the exchange of vows, in which the newly dubbed Mrs. Crist received a diamond encrusted white gold wedding band from the Gold & Diamond Center to accompany the sapphire engagement ring which has graced her finger since July 3, 2008, the doors of the Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club's Grand Ballroom opened to family and friends for a reception.
City Hall in New York City held all the right ingredients for Top Chef season two finalist Sam Talbot and model Paola Guerrero's dream "I do." A cherished secret until now, People magazine reports that the happy couple exchanged vows on November 17, 2008.
Engaged since July 2008, the nuptials brought to fruition a romance which began one year ago as the Executive Chef of Surf Lodge in Montauk, New York celebrated his Big 3-0 in Brazil.
Once pronounced husband and wife, the newlyweds began their new life together with a honeymoon excursion to the bride's homeland of Colombia.
The number 13 may be considered unlucky by some, but for fashion designer Pearl Lowe and Supergrass drummer Danny Goffey the digits mark the number of years happily spent together before their I do's. On December 4, 2008, the couple committed their lives to each other in the presence of family and friends during two wedding ceremonies held at Babington House, a Georgian-era manor in Somerset, England which has welcomed several star weddings over the years, including those of Natasha Kaplinsky to Justin Bower and Fat Boy Slim to Zoe Ball.
While many of the tomes which line the library in Babington House contain tales of romance and intrigue, perhaps none can match the love story of the couple who pledged their devotion in the room during a civil ceremony. Once pronounced husband and wife, the newlyweds later walked to an 18th century chapel on the 18-acre estate for a religious observance of their union.
The warm glow of 300 candles illuminating their path, the bride's daughters-- donning dresses draped with an overlay of black lace-- made their way down the aisle ahead of the bride, who clutched a bouquet of deep crimson roses as she walked toward the altar in a Gothic-tinged garment composed of black silk. The alternative attire, designed with long sleeves and a wedding band collar, harmonized with the groom's garb-- a classic black suit and tie.
To celebrate their new life together, the couple requested that Notting Hill star Rhys Ifans read a poem by e.e. cummings during the ceremony, which was witness by 80 guests, including singer Natalie Imbruglia, who gathered with the newlyweds' family and friends inside Babington House's dining room following the exchange of vows in order to toast the couple's happiness with spiced cider.
Extensive coverage of Pearl Lowe and Danny Goffey's wedding day can be found in the current issue of Hello! magazine.
Although his name now appears on the list of Grammy nominees for the Latin Pop Album of the Year award, singer/producer Tommy Torres has already won the most coveted prize of all-- the love of a lifetime. On November 28, 2008, the producer behind chart-topping hits by Ricky Martin, Ricardo Ajona and Jaci Velazquez pledged his devotion to actress Karla Monroig, his fiancee since a 2007 proposal at a Miami restaurant.
A multi-talented performer recognized as much for his work in front of a microphone as for his songwriting and producing abilities, Las Vegas-- The Entertainment Capital of the World-- was an apt choice for Mr. Torres and his bride when selecting their wedding locale. According to PrimeraHora.com, the happy couple opted for an intimate "I do," with a few friends and family members bearing witness to the culmination of a three-year romance.
In 2007, Big & Rich hit the top of the country charts with their ode to "I do," "Lost in This Moment." One year later, John Rich-- who co-penned the heartfelt ballad-- found himself living the song's lyrics as he watched his bride walk down the aisle. According to People magazine, two dozen guests gathered on the evening of December 6, 2008 to witness the singer exchange vows with his love of the past five years, former model Joan Bush,in the country music capital of the world, Nashville.
Following the nuptials, the newlyweds joined family and friends for a reception at Fontanel Mansion, a three-story log manor which was the filming site of the CMT reality series, Gone Country. This was not the first time that the former residence of music legend Barbara Mandrell opened its doors for the post-wedding festivities of a Top 40 recording artist. In 2003 the venue rang out with the laughter of the Judd family as crooner Wynonna Judd celebrated her marriage to D.R. Roach.
Enjoy Big & Rich's tribute to tying the knot in the following video, "Lost in This Moment.":
120308: Archduchess Marie-Christine of Austria's Wedding (Photo)
On the morning of December 6, 2008, Belgians gathered to give and receive presents in observance of St. Nicholas' Feast Day. That afternoon, Archduchess Marie-Christine of Austria and Count Rodolphe of Limburg Stirum also took part in the time-honored tradition, presenting each other with a gift that will last a lifetime-- their promise to love, honor and cherish each other as they pledged their devotion first in a civil ceremony, then a religious blessing of their marriage.
Although winter's chill has taken hold in the city of Mechelen, the beaming smile of the bride warmed the crowd as she clutched a bouquet of pale yellow roses interspersed with white and blue blossoms and strolled along a red carpet leading her inside Mechelen's City Hall.
One hour after being pronounced husband and wife in a civil ceremony, the newlyweds made their way to St. Rumbolds Cathedral to have their union blessed in the eyes of the church. Strolling down a red aisle runner, the bride passed by family and friends who rose in her honor, admiring her satin wedding ensemble by designer Yves Dooms. The beauty of the regal raiment was enhanced with the addition of a delicate heirloom lace veil which clung to a dainty tiara from the Luxembourg family.
Making their exit from the house of worship, the groom began their happily ever after by kissing his bride's cheek.
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