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It's official! Bob Geldof has married his long term girlfriend Jeanne Marine!

The pair wed at a star-studded romantic ceremony in the South of France yesterday afternoon.

It was reported that Bob, 63, and French actress Jeanne, 49, had already married in the resort of Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer, but it was confirmed that they were simply signing paperwork ahead of their big day. 

A source told the Sunday Mirror: "In France a formal wedding has usually two parts, and this weekend was the main event."

The wedding followed a heartbreaking 18 months for Bob after the untimely death of his daughter Peaches.

His other daughters, Fifi, 32, and Pixie, 25, were guests as the couple exchanged their vows at a beach house near Nice. 

Also in attendance was the Duchess of York who arrived with her boyfriend Manuel Fernandez, 47. 

Hollywood actress Demi Moore led guests to the ceremony across a public beach.

Other attendees included Richard Branson and his wife Joan, model Jerry Hall, Richard Curtis and Richard E. Grant. 

One source said: "It's quite an intimate affair. Bob doesn't really go in for all of that celebrity excess."

"He just likes to be around his closest friends and family."

 

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According to some, Allison Willaims is said to be marrying her boyfriend Ricky Van Veen 'way out west' this weeknd. 

The two are said to have planned a "top secret ceremony" with a very famous guest list and the big day is set to go ahead this weekend. 

Ricky, a co-founder of College Humour and Allison got engaged last year after dating for three years. The 27-year old actress had said at the time that she and Ricky were very serious and she looked forward to settling down and starting a family with him soon. She told Glamour magazine:

"I'd love to be a mom- and not have to bring my kids into my trailer," she also noted that if need be she would "walk away" from her acting career in lieu of staring a family. 

A source told Page Six about the pair's plans for this weekend:

“The wedding is being kept so secret that guests are being asked to fly to Denver, where they will be picked up and taken to the location, which is thought to be somewhere in Wyoming."

Guests are expected to include Bruce Springsteen, Diane von Furstenberg and Barry Diller, and Williams’ “Girls” castmates Lena Dunham, Zosia Mamet and Jemima Kirke. Tom Hanks and his wife Rita, who played the mother of Allison's character on girls, are also expected to make an appearance. 

“The accommodations for all guests are being paid for and then many of the guests are flying to LA together for Sunday’s Emmys," the source added. 

Allison and Ricky were said to have delayed their wedding plans until now as her father, a news anchor in the US, was forced to step down from his position as host of the series Nightly News

Earlier this year Allion commented on the scandal saying:

"This has been a really hard time. Obviously [it’s] toughest on my dad, who is sort of bearing the full burden of the responsibility for it. Current events started happening so that derailed [wedding plans] a little bit.”

 

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If there is one story that can restore your faith in humanity this week than this is probably going to be it.

Steve and Laura Monks from Hyde, Greater Manchester got engaged in 2013, three months after their daughter Lydia was born. The couple had a ‘three-year plan’ to help them save enough money for their dream wedding.

Unfortunately, when Steve was diagnosed with stage three liver and bowel cancer they had to ditch their money-saving ways to help fund Steve’s care. The pair had been saving for a house as Laura said “we just wanted a home to call our own.”

She explained that “everything changed when we got Steve’s diagnosis” and all they then wanted was to be a proper family.

One of Steve’s nurses told them about a charity called Gift of a Wedding.

"Gift of a Wedding put a post about us on their Facebook page and within a matter of days dozens of people came forward offering to donate things towards our big day.”

Patricia Harrison, founder and chair of Gift of a Wedding, said: "I first spoke to Laura in February 2015… "They live in Hyde, which is only a few miles from our head office, so I was really pleased that someone local was going to benefit from our wonderful work.”

Laura’s wedding dress, the flowers, photographs and music were all provided by vendors near their hometown of Hyde. Laura chose a pink and white colour scheme for the wedding party which included the couple’s daughter Lydia, 3, as flower girl.

As of now, Steve is on palliative care and Laura said that they “don’t know what the future holds.” She added that “the kindness of strangers made our day completely unforgettable.”

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They married a month ago in a luxurious three-day celebration, and although the pair have only just recently returned from their luxurious honeymoon – evidently Ronan and Storm Keating are in the mood for yet more celebrations.

The duo late last night took to their respective Instagram accounts to share further snaps from their Big Day, which took place at the five-star Archerfield House & Golf Resort near Edinburgh.

One particular pic shows Ronan, 38, and Storm, 34, at the back of a photobooth: she's holding a small guitar, while he can be seen with a layer of cream napkins on his head.

Crowded in around them is Ed Sheeran, who performed at the reception bash, as well as Brian McFadden (who dons a swimming cap) and Ali, Ronan's 10-year-old daughter from his first marriage to Yvonne Connolly.

For the ceremony, Aussie-native Storm had worn a bespoke Chantilly lace Steven Khalil dress embroidered with silk and organza petals.

And one of her snaps from last night also reveals her bespoke Upper Street ribbon-adorned sandals – which perfectly complemented her gorgeous gown. 

And proving it was very much a family affair, both the bride and groom posted touching photographs of them with members of the extended Keating clan. 

Ronan can be seen lining out with his wedding party – including teenage son, Jack. Meanwhile, Mrs Keating shared an image of her partying with her new sisters-in-law. 

As well as Jack's involvement, his daughters Missy, 14, and Ali were Maid Of Honour and flower girl respectively.

Even the family's pet pug, Aussie, got in on the action: she was ring-bearer and trotted along a petal-strewn aisle with the wedding rings tied around her neck.

In a previous interview with HELLO! the former Boyzone singer had explained how he persuaded Mr Sheeran to perform at the celebration: "Ed's a good friend and Thinking Out Loud is one of mine and Storm's songs," he revealed.

 

1 month tomorrow – how time flies! #SpecialMemories #HappinessIs #Wedding #MrAndMrsKeating

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"When we all caught up in New York City a couple of months ago, I sounded him out about doing it and he didn't hesitate. I was blown away.

"He is the most grounded, decent guy in the business and what a talent."

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Just recently Professor Green admitted that he and his wife of two years Millie MackIntosh attended couples therapy in a bid to save their marriage.

The couple tied the knot in a very lavish ceremony at Babington House in Somerset in 2013. As today marks their second wedding anniversary both the stars have taken to their respective Instagram pages to mark the occasion.

26-year old former Made In Chelsea star Millie started things off with a very cute flashback photo from their wedding day. Her 31-year old rapper husband (real name Stephen Manderson) is seen with his arm around her as the pair shared a sweet moment together.

Millie captioned the image with a heartfelt message writing: “’With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come’ happy 2 year anniversary.”

Professor Green meanwhile opted for a black and white snap of the pair on the same day sharing a kiss and writing “2 years today.”

The duo’s displays of affection over social media come after a summer of being plagues by rumours of heated rows and a possible split. On Wednesday it was revealed that the pair sought professional help to get through some of their toughest times.

He admitted that at one time they were “at each other’s throats” while on a detox vacation in Jamaica.

The pair managed to relax and work things out before the trip was ruined and of late things are better than ever.

"We're f***ing good, man. We go out for dinner, we drink nice wine, we have good chat and enjoy each other's company.”

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They shocked their fans back in July when they jointly announced their breakup on Twitter. 

But two months on, Vogue Williams has revealed that she doesn't miss her wedding and engagement rings too much – because Brian McFadden, 35, never actually asked for them back.

"They're so heavy!" she said of the spectacular 4ct, square-cut stone engagement ring and diamond-encrusted wedding band that she wore for three years following their September 2012 nuptials.  

"And I still have them, he didn't ask for them back!"

Certainly the duo remain on great terms – with Ms Williams commenting that she thinks her estranged spouse's new single, Call On Me Brother, is "brilliant".

"I'll definitely be at Whelan's to support him," the 29-year-old DJ added, referring to his recently-announced gig at the popular Dublin venue on November 4.

"Everyone thinks it's so weird we're still friends, but we were best friends from the start so even though it's really hard to break up I'd hate to lose him as a friend."

However, Vogue admitted that retaining their closeness will eventually prove challenging: "It definitely won't always be as easy as it is now to stay friends… we're not seeing other people at the moment but when those things change it'll be harder.

"For now we're trying to stay mature and not publicly kill each other."

Dublin-native Ms Williams was speaking at the launch of RTE 2's new autumn schedule, which took place at the station's Montrose campus. 

A total of 30 new series and 18 documentaries were announced for the forthcoming season, with Vogue herself fronting Mean Girls, a three-part show where she meets sexually adventurous, MMA fighting and law-breaking women who defy traditional perceptions of the ‘fairer sex’.

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Their recent nuptials were the talk of Hollywood: together for four years – and engaged for three – Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux should still very much be in the throes of newly-wedded bliss.

Indeed, and despite their lengthy engagement, the actors were seen to have a rock-solid union.

But the couple, who said their vows during a top secret ceremony on August 5 at their €20m LA home, have now been shaken by claims that their three-week-old marriage is OVER.

Specifically, the most recent edition of Life & Style magazine claims that Ms Aniston, 46, can "no longer fake the happiness".

A source goes on to explain that she and Mr Theroux are "fighting non-stop," and that 45-year-old Justin is simply “happier when he’s away from her than when he’s with her”.

“She can’t even fake the happiness anymore," the Life & Style source adds. "Jen is wondering if she made the biggest mistake of her life by marrying Justin."

Whether the rumour is true or not has yet to be confirmed by the couple's representatives, however, one thing does seem certain: they are currently apart – albeit for filming. 

He has now begun work on his new HBO series, The Leftovers in Texas, while Jen is filming in Atlanta for Mother's Day.

Following their wedding, the love-birds had enjoyed a sun-soaked trip to luxurious Bora Bora for their honeymoon – and, unusually, they were joined by a gaggle of pals including Jason Bateman and Courteney Cox.

If true, Justin and Jennifer could lay claim to one of showbusiness's shortest marriages.

Members of that notorious group include the likes of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries, Kid Rock and Pamela Anderson, and Britney Spears and Jason Alexander.

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They married in a gorgeous, beach ceremony in 2002, and today Sarah Michelle Gellar took to Instagram to wish her husband of 13 years, Freddie Prinze Jnr, a very happy anniversary.

"I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you," she gushed in the words of poet Roy Croft. "I love you not only for what you have made of yourself, but for what you are making of me."

Actors SMG, 38, and Freddie, 39, married in Mexico – and accompanying the Instagram message, which was posted late last night, Sarah also shared a snap from their Big Day: in it, she can be seen in her gorgeous wedding dress; her blonde hair pulled back into a low bun, with her groom also dressed all in white, gazing lovingly at his new bride.

And following a spate of recent, high-profile splits (Jen and Ben; Megan and Brian; Gwen and Gavin; Khloe and Scott; Zayn and Perrie – 2015 has been ROUGH for matters of the heart), we reckon this duo have now officially restored our faith in celebrity love.

Evidently, their fans agree too. Last night, the messages of congratulations came flooding in. "Wish you the best for the best couple in the world," said one user on Instagram.

"Best couple in Hollywood Happy Anniversary to my two favourite people," stated another.

 

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"You're such an inspiration! Hope you both have many more happy years together," wrote a third user.

Meeting on the set of I Know What You Did Last Summer in 1997, the couple became famous for being cast opposite each other during the late Nineties and early 2000s. They cemented their friendship before they began dating in 2000 – marrying two years later.

They now have two children: a daughter, Charlotte, five, and son, Rocky, two-and-a-half.

As well as the hit I Know What You Did Last Summer, the pair have together starred in She's All That, Scooby-Doo, and Happy N'Ever After.

 

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This newlywed couple have seriously raised the bar for wedding videos.

Robert and Teresa did not want a typical first dance at their wedding, so they planned to film a music video with their entire wedding party. The pair reportedly own a Ninja-themed sushi restaurant together, so already they're not exactly your typical couple.

At the end of their wedding reception, the newlyweds surprised their guests with a secret mission. Hidden within a manila envelope taped underneath the table was a piece of paper with a single task… to shoot a music video with all 250 guests.

Guests were briefed for a quick 10 minutes and put into position before the cameras and they some how managed to pull it all off in one take. With Frozen, Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, Silento and a whole host of other artists' music featuring, we have NO idea how the couple managed to get through it all without forgetting their lines.

This is definitely one of the best wedding videos we have ever seen:

 

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First Ronan Keating, now Courteney Cox… Ed Sheeran could have a new career as a wedding singer in the pipeline.

The Thinking Out Loud hitmaker will reportedly perform at the wedding of Courteney and Snow Patrol rocker Johnny McDaid, at the couple's request.

Courtney, 51, revealed during the week that Ed will serenade her Johnny on their wedding day, which seems fitting considering Mr. Sheeran actually introduced the couple back in 2013.

“We are certainly grateful to Ed for introducing us,” she told The Sun.

“I can’t imagine him not playing something at the wedding. It’ll be a musical night.” 

Oh to be a fly on the wall!

We've no doubt that it will be an extremely musical night as we're sure Johnny's Snow Patrol band mates will perform a song or two. 

And Irish band Kodaline might even pop in for a sing-song after Johnny, 39, recently co-wrote their new song and Courteney directed their new music video.

As for the venue, the pair are likely  to marry on Irish soil in the lavish surroundings of Ashford Castle in Cong, Co. Mayo. Courtney was reportedly very taken with the venue when the couple visited earlier this year.

There is also going to be a special performance from Courteney's 11-year-old daughter Coco.

“She’s actually really, really talented,” Courteney said.

“Coco sang a song for the film I directed called Just Before I Go and she’s amazing."

It definitely sounds like it will be a night to remember… With Ed, Snow Patrol, Kodaline and probably half the cast of Friends attending the wedding, we think we need a one-stop train ticket to Mayo very soon.

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Do we hear the sound of wedding bells?

Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have been together since September 2011.

The famous couple have a baby daughter, Esmerelda – but are they also secretly engaged?

The 41-year-old actress has been spotted wearing a gorgeous emerald bauble ring for some time now, leading to speculation that her longtime partner may have popped the question. 

The American actress appears to be sporting the ring in an Instagram picture over 12 week ago and since then it has constantly been on the beauty's finger – including red carpet events and most recently at an Estée Lauder beauty event. 

But a source told E! News that the ring was just a present from Ryan to mark the birth of their daughter.

Esmeralda… emerald… get it?

We love this Hollywood couple so we only hope a real wedding ring will be on the cards very soon!

 

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We’ve probably all left something behind in a hotel or hostel at some stage; usually it’s a phone charger, or a much-loved bra, or still half-full bottle of fake-tan.

The worst is weddings – somehow you never manage to make it home with everything you arrived with.

Do you ring and enquire about getting it back? Or simply take the loss on the chin – vowing to be more cautious next time?

Well, it seems if you’re Nicki Minaj you fall into the latter category… even if the item in question is worth a cool €10,000.

Yes, the rapper and singer was in New York City over the weekend for her brother’s wedding, which was held at the Coral House in Long Island.

The 32-year-old evidently brought along a few outfit options too; an unworn, full-length Emilio Pucci gown was left in the wardrobe in the bridal suite, where the star had been getting ready.

The tags, which are still attached, confirm that the garment is worth the eye-watering five-figure sum. As well as boasting beautifully crafted beading and sequin, the silk number has intrinsic detailing on the hem, waist, and sleeves. 

Now Butch Yamali, the owner of the Coral House, is trying to get the dress back to her – but, given its value, he's cautious of handing it over too readily.

Indeed, he says someone has already called asking for the dress, but Mr Yamali was suspicious that the individual in question wasn't legitimately from Nicki's camp… so he declined to part with it.

Meaning as yet, the €10K dress remains unclaimed. The exact same dress was previously seen on a pregnant Ciara at the Grammys last year – so perhaps Nicki feels getting it back just isn't worth the hassle.

Could we maybe have it instead?

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