Shocking Unveiling: Hidden Celebrity Weddings That Will Leave You Astonished
Shocking Unveiling: Hidden Celebrity Weddings That Will Leave You Astonished
Celebrities have managed to keep their wedding days private, surprising the public with their best-kept secrets. Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner, for example, exchanged vows in Las Vegas and later in France, away from prying eyes. The unexpected revelation of their Vegas nuptials, shared online by Diplo, even caught their own parents off guard.
"My parents own an incredible restaurant in North Carolina. It was quite funny because a few members of their staff casually approached them and congratulated them before they even knew what was happening," he shared, humorously mentioning that he had to apologize a lot afterwards.
The Jonas family isn't the only group of celebrities who have been slow to spread the news. There have been instances where famous individuals have surprised their fans and followers by exclusively announcing important events on social media."
"The most humorous moment for me was when my family commented on his attractiveness, saying, 'Well, you never had to resort to covering his face to be intimate with him,'" she chuckled, reflecting on her divorce. In response, she confidently replied, "But what about my own happiness?"
Continue scrolling to discover more celebrities who tied the knot in secrecy!
Celebrity Couples Who Got Married in Secret
Their best-kept secrets! From Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's Las Vegas vows to Niecy Nash's hush-hush ceremony, some celebs have hidden their wedding days from the public eye.
The former Disney star later disclosed that his parents, Denise and Paul Kevin Jonas, found out about their son's legal ceremony from someone else.
"They have this incredible restaurant in North Carolina, and a few of their employees came up to them and said, 'Congratulations! I saw.' So, they had to learn about it that way," he shared, jokingly adding that he spent a lot of time apologizing afterwards.
Niecy was married to Don Nash from 1994 to 2007 and to Jay Tucker from 2011 to 2019. In February 2020, the When They See Us star tearfully addressed the conclusion of her second marriage, confessing that she and Tucker were more compatible as friends rather than life partners.
Sharing her family's response to her divorce, she amusingly mentioned their comment about Tucker's attractiveness. "The one that brought the most laughter was their remark about him not needing a sack on his head to sleep with him," she recalled. "I responded, 'What about my own happiness?'"
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"Being in the limelight can be both exhilarating and exhausting," he expressed. "There are aspects of our lives that should remain private, not meant for public consumption. ... We aspire to be the sole narrators of our own journey."
The Selling Sunset celebrity disclosed on social media in May 2023 that she and her partner got married in secret.
"Love doesn't always follow a plan...Sometimes it exceeds expectations," she shared on Instagram, along with a video highlighting moments from their relationship. The video also featured a picture of the couple happily celebrating their wedding in a chapel.
Karen Gillan and Nick Kocher
The Guardians of the Galaxy actress and her partner made their marriage public in February 2023, revealing that they had exchanged vows in a secret ceremony nine months earlier. Gillan took to Instagram to share pictures from their wedding at Scotland's Castle Toward, captioning them with "Last May."
Gabourey Sidibe and Brandon Frankel
In a December 2022 interview on Live! With Kelly and Ryan, the former star of American Horror Story disclosed that she and her partner exchanged vows in March 2021, just four months following their engagement. Sidibe expressed her distaste for weddings by stating, "I have never been fond of wedding ceremonies."
Tatiana Maslany and Brendan Hines
During an appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert in August 2022, the She-Hulk star shared her exciting news, "My actual big news is that I have tied the knot in marriage!" She added, "It's still a secret, so please keep it to yourself! I am happily married to an amazing man named Brendan Hines. Some things are best kept private, but we trust you with this news."
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez
Following the cancellation of their 2003 wedding due to the overwhelming media attention, the couple chose to exchange their vows in a discreet ceremony in July 2022. Lopez disclosed in her "On the JLo" newsletter that they said their "I dos" in Las Vegas, specifically at the Little White Chapel. According to an exclusive source from We, both individuals regarded this unconventional approach as a joyous and relaxed way to officially marry.
Lindsay Lohan and Bader Shammas
A rep for Lohan confirmed in July 2022 that the actress and Shammas, who got engaged in November 2021, had secretly tied the knot.
Melanie Lynskey and Jason Ritter
In spring 2021, before Lynskey began filming Yellowjackets in Vancouver amid the coronavirus pandemic, the couple surprised everyone by getting married in a rush. The strict visitation rules imposed by the city at that time added to the urgency of their decision.
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Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad
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Josh Hartnett and Tamsin Egerton
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Anthony Edwards and Mare Winningham
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James McAvoy and Lisa Liberati
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Jenny Slate and Ben Shattuck
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Ahna O’Reilly and Dave Andron
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"On June 17th, we embarked on a thrilling journey from LA to Las Vegas in a sleek black corvette. The road trip was the prelude to our midnight wedding," revealed the lead singer of The Band Perry in an Instagram post. "The experience was exhilarating and enchanting, rekindling my belief in the awe-inspiring brilliance of God as the ultimate creator who has intricately designed the magnificent blueprint for our lives! My love for you, Johnny, knows no bounds, and I eagerly anticipate a lifetime of togetherness."
Following the heartfelt expression of affection by the former Pretty Little Liars star towards his partner to commemorate their 18th anniversary, Ross unintentionally revealed that they had clandestinely exchanged marriage vows.
In December 2021, the artist reposted a video showcasing their wedding ceremony through an Instagram Story, alongside the caption, "We are also married."
Freida Pinto and Cory Tran
During an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show in October 2021, the Slumdog Millionaire actress disclosed that she and her now-husband had chosen to elope amidst the COVID-19 crisis, emphasizing that they were already married. Initially, they had envisioned a magnificent wedding ceremony in Big Sur, California, but their plans were disrupted by the ongoing pandemic. Realizing that the uncertainty surrounding the situation would likely prolong their wedding preparations indefinitely, they made the decision to forgo a traditional wedding altogether.
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Sarah Snook and Dave Lawson
After the proposal from the actress portraying Steve Jobs, Lawson and her tied the knot in her Brooklyn backyard. The intimate wedding was graced by some close friends, with her Succession costar Ash Zukerman serving as the couple's witness.
The co-creators of Hacks discreetly tied the knot prior to the 2021 Emmy Awards. During Aniello's acceptance speech for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series, she took the opportunity to share the joyous news with the viewers. "To Paul, I'm deeply in love with you, which is why we said our vows last weekend," she affectionately expressed, humorously adding that she would be delighted to recite her vows once more, although the teleprompter urged her to conclude her speech. Later on, when Jean Smart, the star of Hacks, secured the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series award, she extended her congratulations to the newly married couple and offered her apologies for not being able to attend their wedding ceremony.
The star of Orange is the New Black unveiled her wedding on social media with a selfie taken in September 2021. However, her caption suggested that she had tied the knot with the filmmaker in 2020.
"In the eyes of some, it may seem like we spend a lifetime awaiting our special someone. My love, I am overjoyed that my journey with you began last year ️," she expressed in her message.
Grace Gummer and Mark Ronson
Confirmation: Acclaimed music producer ties the knot with esteemed American Horror Story actress, Meryl Streep's daughter in 2021. After months of speculation surrounding their engagement and clandestine wedding, Ronson finally validates the rumors on his 46th birthday by unveiling a snapshot from their intimate ceremony.
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Ian Harding and Sophie Hart
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John Corbett and Bo Derek
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Issa Rae and Louis Diame
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Anna Faris and Michael Barrett
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Emma Bunton and Jade Jones
In June 2021, the momentous wedding announcement of the Spice Girls singer, captioned as "Mr and Mrs Jones," showcased a radiant couple dressed in white. After a journey that started in 1998, the pair became engaged in 2011. Together, they are blessed with two sons, Beau and Tate.
Don Cheadle and Bridgid Coulter
The longtime couple, who began dating in 1992, confirmed in June 2021 that they secretly wed during the coronavirus pandemic. They share two daughters, Imani and Ayana.
Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett
In June 2021, it was confirmed by Us that the couple had exchanged vows one year earlier, putting to rest the rumors that had been circulating for weeks about a secret wedding between her and the Milo Greene singer. The couple had gotten engaged in July 2019, following two years of dating.
Justin Hartley and Sofia Pernas
The star of the popular television series "This Is Us," who is 44 years old, recently tied the knot with the actress, aged 31, as reported by various sources in May 2021. In the earlier part of that same month, they were seen sporting matching rings on their left hands, and on May 16, they made their first appearance together on the red carpet at the MTV Movie and TV Awards, both wearing the same bands. Although their romantic connection was first rumored in May 2020, they had actually crossed paths years before in 2015 while working together on the TV soap opera "The Young and the Restless."
Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez
In May 2021, it was confirmed that the Grammy winner and her boyfriend exchanged vows in a small and intimate ceremony at Grande's residence in Montecito, California. The couple had announced their engagement in December 2020. According to the musician's representative, the ceremony was attended by less than 20 guests, and the atmosphere was filled with immense joy and love. Both families expressed their utmost happiness for the newly married couple.
Aubrey Plaza and Jeff Baena
Plaza declared in May 2021 that she and her long-term partner, Jeff Baena, exchanged vows in a delightful Instagram post, addressing Baena as her "beloved husband." The couple had chosen to keep their ten-year love affair mostly under wraps until this significant announcement. "Honestly, I prefer not to delve into the intimate details of our relationship," the Parks and Recreation star shared with MovieFreak.com in July 2017.
Erin Lim and Joshua Rhodes
The E! journalist kept quiet about her recent wedding on Twitter in March 2021, playfully hinting, "Oh ya so like," alongside a photo from her January ceremony. The couple became engaged in September 2020 after initially meeting at church two years earlier.
Chloe Sevigny and Sinisa Mackovic
Chloe Sevigny, known for her role in the TV series Bloodline, took to Instagram in March 2021 to announce that she had tied the knot with her husband from Croatia a year ago. "On a memorable Monday, March 9th 2020, we sealed our love with marriage. Happy one year anniversary, my dear," Sevigny captioned a photo from their special day. Just two months after their wedding, the couple joyfully welcomed their first child together, a baby boy.
Nicolas Cage and Riko Shibata
The representative of the actor, known for his role in National Treasure, has verified to Us that he tied the knot with Shibata in an intimate Las Vegas ceremony on February 16, following approximately twelve months of courtship. Cage's spokesperson disclosed in a statement that the chosen date was in commemoration of the groom's deceased father's birthday.
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Kristen Wiig and Avi Rothman
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Riz Ahmed and Fatima Farheen Mirza
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Jonathan Van Ness and Mark London
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Taissa Farmiga and Hadley Klein
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Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost
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John Cena and Shay Shariatzadeh
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Larry David and Ashley Underwood
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Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts
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Dennis Quaid and Laura Savoie
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Raven-Symoné and Miranda Maday
The actress from The Cheetah Girls revealed on Instagram that she and her partner tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at their own backyard in June 2020. Symoné expressed her happiness about marrying a woman who truly understands her, from the highs to the lows, and from the start of the day to late-night cravings. Alongside her first photo as a married woman, she affectionately referred to her new spouse as Mrs. Pearman-Maday, saying, "I love you!"
The former Insatiable actress and the artist from Twenty One Pilots revealed in May 2020 that they had privately married on New Year's Eve in 2019. After a relationship that started in 2013 and had its ups and downs, Dun proposed to Ryan in December 2018. They organized their wedding in Austin within just 28 days.
"We started considering the idea of having a destination celebration to welcome the new decade," she shared with Vogue at the time. "Then, in December, we made the decision to get married in Austin on New Year's Eve and dance all night until after the ball dropped."
Michelle Williams and Thomas Kail
As they eagerly anticipated the birth of their first child, it was revealed in March 2020 that the talented Dawson's Creek star and the director had tied the knot in secret. This exciting development came just three months after the couple made their engagement public.
Pamela Anderson and Jon Peters
Pamela Anderson and film producer Jon Peters, who had a tumultuous relationship three decades ago, quietly exchanged vows in an intimate wedding ceremony in Malibu on January 20, 2020. Remarkably, their rekindled romance was never made public. Unfortunately, their marital bliss was short-lived as they broke up less than two weeks after their nuptials.
Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma
In December 2019, the couple exchanged vows in an intimate backyard wedding, surrounded by their loved ones. Their journey began in 2015 while collaborating on Duff's album, Breathe In Breathe Out, where she first crossed paths with the music producer. They are proud parents to their daughter, Banks.
Lena Waithe and Alana Mayo
In November 2019, the actress, known for her role in Master of None, revealed on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that she had gotten married to her partner of many years in a low-key ceremony at a courthouse in San Francisco. "We managed to do it quietly," she shared.
Hilarie Burton and Jeffrey Dean Morgan
In a surprising twist, in October 2019, the couple dropped a bombshell on their fans by revealing that they had quietly gotten married after ten years of being together. According to previous reports, Burton and Morgan, who have a son named Gus and a daughter named George, had supposedly tied the knot back in 2014.
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Ed Sheeran and Cherry Seaborn
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Heidi Klum and Tom Kaulitz
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Hunter Biden and Melissa Cohen
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Eliza Taylor and Bob Morley
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Zoe Kravitz and Karl Glusman
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Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner
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Miranda Lambert and Brendan Mcloughlin
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Rebecca Ferguson
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Colleen Ballinger and Erik Stocklin
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Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth
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Hilary Swank and Philip Schneider
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Michelle Williams and Phil Elverum
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Daniel Tosh and Carly Hallam
Carly Hallam, a writer on Daniel Tosh's Comedy Central show Tosh.0, reportedly tied the knot with the comedian in a private ceremony in Malibu, California on April 15, 2016, according to TMZ. Since 2012, Hallam has been a writer for the Comedy Central series and she also contributes to the writing team of the NBC sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
Cardi B and the Migos member secretly tied the knot in Atlanta on September 20, 2017, as confirmed by a marriage license acquired by TMZ the following June. At the 2018 BET Awards, the Migos member openly acknowledged Cardi as his "wife." However, it wasn't until one month after their wedding, in October 2017, that he publicly proposed to her.
The 44-year-old actor, best known for his role in Grey's Anatomy, shared the exciting news of his marriage and impending parenthood through a post on his website on March 2, 2018. With great joy, he announced that he and his partner, a talented private chef, had tied the knot and were eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child. The couple expressed their immense happiness as they embarked on this new chapter together. The wedding was a memorable occasion, where not only close friends and family gathered, but also members of the actor's Grey's Anatomy family, to celebrate their special day. The festivities included a warm and intimate gathering, culminating in a Scottish Ceilidh dance, creating unforgettable memories for everyone involved.
Breaking News! We have received exclusive confirmation from multiple sources that the lovely actress and talented chef exchanged vows in a picturesque ceremony held in Malibu on February 13, 2018. Interestingly, this celebrity couple was initially caught together as a couple when they dined at Café Altro Paradiso in New York City merely three months prior to their wedding day.
Blaine County, Idaho exposed Scandal actress's undisclosed marriage to San Francisco 49ers cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha through a marriage license filing. On June 24, 2013, the couple officially became husband and wife, although they have not personally confirmed the union.
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Kate Winslet and Ned Rocknroll
In December 2012, it was confirmed by the UK representative of the actress known for her role in Titanic that Winslet had married Rocknroll in a private ceremony held in New York earlier that month. The intimate event was attended by her two children, as well as a select few close friends and family members. Although the couple had been engaged since the summer, they chose not to make a formal announcement prior to their wedding.
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After announcing their engagement eight months prior, the Hunger Games actor surprised everyone by getting married to Blunt in August 2012. Though they are already married, the couple is now said to be planning a second and more elaborate wedding ceremony to celebrate with their loved ones. Additionally, check out these photos of some of the most extravagant celebrity weddings.
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