Even though the Bacara Resort and Spa is known as a venue for elegant celebrity ceremonies (past paparazzi magnets who began their marriages at the Santa Barbara sanctuary include Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, Rules of Engagement's Bianca Kajlich and L.A. Galaxy soccer star Landon Donovan and 7th Heaven's Sarah Thompson) small, personal touches, including the starfish and sand dollars which dangled from the arch which framed the couple during their seaside ceremony to the Red Sox groom's cake served at the reception, made former Seinfeld cast member John O'Hurley and his bride Lisa Mesloh's I do's an intimate occasion.
In the following clip from GetMarried.com, the winner of Dancing with the Stars' season one dance off against General Hospital's Kelly Monaco recalls his wedding day-- when he danced on a cloud:
A blind date in 2003 opened the eyes of NASCAR champion Kurt Busch and Eva Bryan to the possibility of true love, and in July 2006 the race car driver said "I do" to his bride in a fairytale ceremony. From the moment the horse-drawn carriage bearing the bride arrived to their first dance as husband and wife beneath a sparkling chandelier, the winner of the 2007 3M Performance 400 relives the highlights of his Virginia vows in the following GetMarried.com clip:
Lela Rose Unveils Designs for Jenna Bush Wedding Party
A painting and sculpting major at the University of Colorado before turning her sights toward the Parsons School of Design and a career in fashion, Dallas, Texas native Lela Rose brings an artist's eye to her creations. In the following interview, the designer gives insight into the making of the dresses worn by Jenna Bush's bridesmaids at Prairie Chapel Ranch in Crawford, Texas on May 10, 2008:
This interview with volleyball superstar Kerri Walsh by GetMarried.com covers the 2005 wedding that took place at La Quinta Resort & Club in Palm Springs, California. The video covers many of the special moments of the wedding and afterwards as well as looking at Kerri's dress, the couple's wedding cake, and even the cake topper. La Quinta is a popular spot for destination weddings and this one was an elegant affair.
Although the cake at their reception was garnished with 24 karat gold, it was the small, personal touches, such as the poem read by the bride's sister and a self-penned song sung by the groom, that made Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell and Leighanne Wallace's wedding day priceless.
In this clip from Getmarried.com, watch as Brian Littrell and Leighanne Wallace relive the romance of their September 2000 wedding at the Peachtree Christian Church in Atlanta:
While he may be known for crass antics during his days on MTV's Viva La Bam and Jackass, Bam Margera's "I do" day was a class act.
Bringing his own unique vision of wedding wear to his February 3, 2007 nuptials, the skateboarding star's purple velvet jacket, along with bridesmaids in black, added a rock 'n' roll edge to the traditional ceremony.
In the following MTV clip from Bam's Unholy Union, watch as the groom and his bride, Missy Rothstein, are pronounced husband and wife at Loews Philadelphia Hotel (video will open in a new window):
The start of a new year also meant the start of a new life together as husband and wife for actress Billie Piper and actor Laurence Fox, who said so long to 2007 with a New Year's Eve wedding. Choosing a site close to home, the couple exchanged vows at the Parish Church of St. Mary in Easebourne, West Sussex, England.
Although their marriage did not stand the test of time, radio personality Chris Evans was among the first to arrive at the chapel. In the following Mr. Paparazzi clip, the bride's former husband and his new bride stroll past the camera, as does Doctor Who star David Tennant, who enters the church before bridemaids in lovely lavender dresses and the bride, hiding her formal frock beneath a black coat, make their grand entrance.
Sean Bean may be one of Britain's biggest box office draws, but on February 19, 2008 only 15 close friends and family members looked on as the Lord of the Rings star took on the role of a lifetime as he vowed to be a husband to Georgina Sutcliffe. Like many couples who prefer a simple "I do," the actor and his bride chose to declare their devotion in a civil ceremony.
In this Mr. Paparazzi clip, the newlyweds take their first walk together as husband and wife:
Christopher Knight, Adrianne Curry Vow Renewal in Hawaii
video.vh1.com This video clip features Christopher Knight and Adrianne Curry and includes their spiritual Hawaiian vow renewal, a ceremony that many couples enjoy during their island vacations. Remember, with a vow renewal, there's none of the paperwork you have with a destination wedding.
Color is a common theme for many weddings, and former Charles in Charge star Scott Baio and Renee Sloan's ceremony centered around shades of scarlet. From the crimson carpet which harmonized with the hue of the bridesmaids dresses and accents on the bride's gown to the titian threads of the pashmina shawl wrapped around Renee's shoulders as she danced with her new husband on a floor sprinkled with red rose petals, the color of passion made a bold statement on the day the couple said "I do."
Although only 250 guests sat in the pews inside Christ Episcopal Church in Joliet, Illinois on May 29, 2006 to watch America'sNext Top Model season one winner Adrianne Curry walk down the aisle toward former Brady Bunch star Christopher Knight, millions of fans shared in the bride and groom's joy months later when the nuptials aired on My Fair Brady: We're Getting Married! This clip from VH1's wedding special captures the couple's moments leading up to their union.
Throughout three seasons of Bravo's hit series "The Real Housewives of Orange County," television viewers empathically felt cast member Lauri Waring's heartache transform into happiness as the single mother of three found love again with George Peterson. From fittings of her Austin Scarlett-designed gown to decorating decisions, the TV audience was entranced by the romance of the couple's wedding preparations.
Over two million fans tuned in during the season three finale to witness the reality star's happily ever after come true. Viewers can relive the memories with this 10-minute video presentation of Lauri's special day, captured by Elysium Productions. [Also see:Lauri Waring's Wedding in Lovetripper.com's BridalStars Blog]
During those happy days of reading Tiger Beat and 16 magazines in the late '70s and early '80's, a plethora of pre-teens dreamed that one day they would be Mrs. Scott Baio. On December 8, 2007, Renee Sloan was the lucky bride who said "I do' to the former idol during a rooftop ceremony in Los Angeles.
From the moment they tied the knot to the garter toss at the reception, fans who grew up watching "Chachi Arcola" were invited to witness the happiest day in the TV star's life during the season finale of VH1's Scott Baio is 46...and Pregnant.
During cycle one of America's Next Top Model, Adrianne Curry posed for the camera in a number of couture creations. On her wedding day, the reality TV star was a vision in an Alvina Valenta creation. From her bouquet of red roses to her platinum and diamond wedding band from Whiteflash.com, relive Adrianne Curry and Christopher Knight's candlelit ceremony and take a peek at their reception at the Rialto Square Theatre.
