Celebrity Couples Who Surprised Fans with Weddings

Unexpected Love Stories That Took Everyone by Surprise

There’s nothing more heartwarming than watching our beloved celebrity stars tie the knot with their significant others. Over time, the industry has had its fair share of celebrity couples that surprised fans.

Fans are quick to notice every little advancement when it comes to their favorite celebrity relationships but sometimes these romances are kept under wrap for a long time. Keep reading and find out about celebrity weddings that caught us off guard.

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth

No one imagined Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth getting married especially after their endless breakups and reconciliation. Their relationship has been a rollercoaster ride for sure, one which ended in them tying the knot in December 2018.

The couple first met on the set of “The Last Song” and since then they fell in and out of love until their divorce in January 2020.

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian

Even though their relationship was public and not hidden from the world, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s wedding was somewhat of a surprise, considering the quick progression from dating and engagement to marriage. No expense was spared for their marriage event in Florence, Italy on May 24, 2014.

After six years of marriage, Kim filed for divorce on Feb. 19, 2021, due to “irreconcilable differences.”

Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin

Who else thought Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez were endgame? Almost all of us.

But fate had a different and quite surprising plan, resulting in Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s marriage in 2018. In September 2018, the coy couple got married in a surprise courthouse ceremony in New York City.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello

The modern family star, Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello had an electrifying romance going on between them since the moment these stars met.

After meeting at the 2014 White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, both these love birds got engaged in the same year, shocking fans with the rapid pace of their romance. A lavish wedding in November 2015 in a lavish ceremony marked the beginning of their journey.

The couple announced their separation in July 2023 after seven years of marriage, because Manganiello wanted to start a family but Sofia didn’t want to be an old-mom.

Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied

If there’s one celebrity who kept their relationship pretty extremely lowkey, it’s Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied. The couple met on the set of “Black Swan” in 2009 and decided to keep their relationship away from the public eye.

So when the news of the actress’s marriage got out, fans were shocked. Natalie Portman and Benjamin got married on August 4, 2012, in front of friends and family.

After 11 years of marriage, Natalie and Benjamin finalized their divorce in February 2024.

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux

The surprise wedding of Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux in 2015 is said to be Hollywood’s most memorable moment. The couple dated for several years and their relationship was quite public too.

But the wedding and everything related to it was kept under wraps. Close family and friends were invited to Justin’s birthday party in Bel Air, California which turned out to be the star wedding ceremony with Jennifer Aniston.

They announced their split in early 2018 due to different living lifestyles but they’re still best friends.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds

After dating for only a year, Blake Lively and Ryan Renolds secretly tied the knot. The couple first met on the “Green Lantern” set, instantly sparking dating rumors.

The ceremony was held at Boone Hall on September 9, 2012, with close friends and family maintaining an intimate atmosphere the couple desired.

Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo

The whirlwind romance of Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo took fans by surprise. Their wedding photos released in 2014 took fans by surprise.

The Maroon 5 star and Victoria’s Secret Model had a brief but intense relationship which resulted in them finally tying the knot at Flora Farms in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger

Many didn’t know about Chriss Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger’s engagement, so imagine the shock when everyone found out they secretly got married. The couple started dating shortly after Chris announced his separation from Anna Faris in June 2018.

On June 8, the couple tied the knot in a breathtaking outdoor ceremony at the San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner

In one of the most exciting celebrity events in May 2019, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner caught guards completely off guard with their wedding ceremony. The couple had been dating since 2016, got engaged in October 2017, and finally got married in 2019.

The intimate ceremony was only held at a chapel with only the closest of friends. One unique feature of the wedding was that it was live-streamed by DJ Diplo.

In September 2023, Jonas filed for divorce after four years of marriage and stated that their marriage was “irretrievably broken.”

Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook

Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook’s wedding in June 2018 came as a sweet surprise to fans. All the plans leading up to the ceremony were kept low-key creating an air of mystery around the event.

The relationship dynamic between Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook was lighthearted and fun with the stars exchanging whimsical and sarcastic comments on social media.

On June 15, 2022, their divorce was finalized as they realized that they both wanted different things in life.

Kourtney Kardashian & Travis Barker

After splitting up with the father of her children, Kourtney Kardashian got into a passionate and whirlwind romance with Travis Baker.

After a brief period of dating, the two got engaged, leading to a spontaneous Las Vegas wedding on April 4 at the One Love Wedding Chapel which wasn’t legally binding, so they got their marriage license by getting married again on May 15, 2022, in Santa Barbara.

But the celebrations didn’t stop there, the couple had a third wedding ceremony in Portofino, Italy, surrounded by family and friends, adding a touch of European flair to their love story.

Beyonce & Jay Z

If there’s one wedding ceremony that was the most secretive in the music industry, it has to be Beyonce and Jay Z’s. The couple has never been the one to discuss their relationship openly.

And got married on April 4, 2008, in an NYC penthouse surrounded by a small group of friends and family.

Ben Affleck & Jennifer Lopez

The love between these two spanned decades resulting in a surprise wedding in July 2022. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were the “IT” couple of 2000, however, their love never made it down the aisle.

The couple rekindled their romance in 2021 and tied the knot in early 2022 leaving their fans happier than ever. If you’re curious about the latest on the couple, take a look at “ Why Lopez and Affleck’s $68M House Hasn’t Sold Yet “.

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton

The couple met on “Voice” and quickly formed a deep connection that blossomed into romance. Fans suspected something was going on between the two but nobody could have guessed the seriousness of their relationship.

Hence, everyone was surprised that the couple had exchanged vows in a private and intimate ceremony on July 3, 2021. For more wedding details, give “ Inside Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s Country-Chic Wedding Extravaganza ” a read.