Year of Love: Celebrity Couples Who Tied the Knot In 2023
There was no shortage of couples tying the knot this year, from acclaimed actors to adored athletes and even high-class heirs; there was no lots of love and romance as some of our favorite couples made their vows to travel down a magical road to happily ever after.
Here's a list of who said "I do."
Pinky Cole and Derrick Hayes
TheĀ Slutty Vegan founder and CEO married the Big Dave's Cheesesteaks founderĀ in front of 300 family and friends in Atlanta, GA, on June 10. The couple had their third child in December.
Blair Underwood and Josie Hart
On June 24, Blair Underwood exchanged vows with his long-time best friend of 43 years during a Caribbean wedding in the Dominican Republic that Blair helped coordinate. His bride told PEOPLE, "It was surreal and magical. His vows, to hear him say the words he said to me for our forever, was incredible."
Kelley Carter and Moreno McCalpin
Emmy-award-winning journalist Kelley Carter, married her hubby in a "Vintage Black Hollywood glam" themed wedding. Their July 14th ceremony was attended by Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, who acted as a bridesmaid, along with Deborah Joy Winans, while long-time friend and journalist Jemele Hill was the matron of honor.
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Joel Embiid and Anne de Paula
During the height of wedding season,Ā the NBA MVP made a vow for eternity with the Sports Illustrated model in the Hamptons.Ā Joel EmbiidĀ andĀ Anne de PaulaĀ met in 2018 after being introduced by mutual friends, and they share a 2-year-old son namedĀ Arthur.
Jalen Brunson and Ali Marks
Jalen Brunson and Ali Marks were high school sweethearts and exchanged vows on the last day in July at the Ritz Carlton in Chicago. As they partied the night away with close loved ones, the athlete told PEOPLE Ā it was "emotional to see everyone important to us in the same room."
Robin Roberts and Amber Laign
After an 18-year romance, Robin Roberts and Amber Laign tied the knot, wearing white, in a charming backyard ceremony at their home, where Roberts' brotherāLawrence Roberts Jr.āwalked her down the aisle.
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KJ Smith and Skyh Black
In 2021, during the pandemic,Ā KJ SmithĀ andĀ Skyh BlackĀ met on set and began dating. On Sunday, September 3,Ā they jumped the broomĀ during an extravagant ceremony dubbed "The Black Experience," attended byĀ Tyler Perry,Ā Eva Marcille, and the cast of Sistas.
Myles Murphy and Carly Fink
On September 9,Ā Eddie Murphy's son,Ā Myles, married his girlfriend,Ā Carly Fink,Ā with whom he shares a 4-year-old daughter. Myles' mother, Nicole Murphy, father, and fiancĆ© Paige Butcher, attended the Beverly Hills ceremony.
Derrick Rose and Alaina Anderson
Derrick Rose and Alaina Anderson declared their forever love for each other in a luxurious ceremony in Beverly Hills on September 7 that appeared to be officiated by Rose's former Chicago Bulls teammate, Joakim Noah.
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Omar Dorsey and Crystle Roberson
In November, "Queen Sugar" actor Omar Dorsey married filmmakerĀ Crystle RobersonĀ in front of 80 of their closest family and friends at Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, Calif.Ā
Dorsey told PEOPLE, "Our wedding is a sacred dream come true," while adding, "We hope our marriage will be as everlasting and faithful as the rising sun."
Chiney Ogwumike and Raphael Akpejiori
Two-time WNBA All-Star ChinenyeĀ "Chiney"Ā Ogwumike and heavyweight boxer and mechanical engineerĀ EthasorĀ "Raphael"Ā AkpejioriĀ exchanged vows in Houston, TX in November. Their wedding spanned five days in a traditional-Western-themed ceremony that paid homage to their African roots.
PJ Washington and Alisah Chanel
After a year of engagement,Ā PJ WashingtonĀ andĀ Alisah ChanelĀ exchanged vowsĀ in October in a glamorous ceremony attended by their loved ones. Chanel shared a carousel of snaps from their big day onĀ Instagram,Ā and all we can say is, āWow!ā
"THE WASHINGTONS š Part 1 š¤," she added to the caption in the post.
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Tyreek Hill and Keeta Vaccaro
During NFL Bye Week, Miami Dolphins playerĀ Tyreek HillĀ and his longtime fiancĆ©e,Ā Keeta Vaccaro, made itĀ official. A day after their nuptials on Nov.9, the South Florida SunSentinelĀ reportedĀ that he confirmed the news in the teamās locker room following practice before Sundayās game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium.Ā
āI did get married to my longtime fiancĆ©e. It was about time, man. Feel me?" theĀ wide receiverĀ said.
Jean Elie and Randall Bailey
Jean Elie announced that he and longtime girlfriendĀ Randall BaileyĀ met at the altar on September 24 in a charming ceremony surrounded by 110 friends and family in Braga, Portugal, as reported byĀ Essence.Ā
āOur wedding far and away exceeded all my expectations,ā Bailey told the publication. Elie said, āMy heart was filled with joy as I watched our family and friends blend together as if they had known each other for years.ā
Kimberly Elise and George McCrary
Our favorite girl,Ā Kimberly Elise, got hitched to her beau,Ā George McCrary,Ā over the summer.Ā She shared the sweet moment on Instagram when he popped the big question. As McCrary removed the ring box from his pocket and took a knee, Elise became emotional and nodded, "Yes."
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