17 Secret Celebrity Marriages that Shocked Everyone

Some celebrity weddings are extravagant, publicized affairs, but others happen under the radar, shocking fans when the news finally breaks. Whether it’s a quiet courthouse ceremony or a private event with only close friends and family, these secret unions prove that not every star craves the spotlight when it comes to love. Here are 17 celebrity marriages that caught everyone by surprise.

1. Beyoncé and Jay-Z

Before becoming one of the most iconic couples in the world, Beyoncé and Jay-Z tied the knot in a super-secret ceremony in 2008. The couple kept their plans so private that even fans didn’t know they were getting married until months later. The intimate wedding took place in Jay-Z’s New York apartment with only close friends and family in attendance. Despite their massive fame, the two have always kept their relationship details close to their chest.

2. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds shocked everyone when they secretly married in 2012 at Boone Hall Plantation in South Carolina. The couple had been dating for about a year but kept their wedding plans completely under wraps. The ceremony was small, with only their closest friends and family present, making it a true fairytale moment away from the media.

3. Cardi B and Offset

Cardi B and Offset took fans by surprise when it was revealed that they had secretly gotten married in 2017, months before Offset publicly proposed during a concert. The couple’s low-key ceremony reportedly took place in their bedroom with no guests other than an officiant. They kept the news private for nearly a year, proving that even celebrities can keep secrets.

4. Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux managed to keep their 2015 wedding a secret by disguising it as a birthday party. Friends and family gathered at their Bel Air home, thinking they were celebrating Theroux’s birthday, only to witness the couple exchanging vows. The low-key approach fit their laid-back personalities and kept the media at bay.

5. Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher

After years of dating, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher tied the knot in a secret ceremony in 2015. The pair, who first met as co-stars on That ’70s Show, kept the details of their wedding completely private. Even now, very little is known about their big day, which reflects their desire to keep their family life out of the spotlight.

6. Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley

Margot Robbie shocked fans when she revealed in 2016 that she had married her longtime boyfriend, Tom Ackerley, in a secret ceremony. The wedding took place in her home country of Australia, surrounded by close friends and family. Robbie later shared a playful Instagram post confirming the news, making fans fall even more in love with her down-to-earth vibe.

7. Kerry Washington and Nnamdi Asomugha

Kerry Washington and former NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha managed to pull off one of the most private celebrity weddings of all time in 2013. The couple exchanged vows in a small ceremony in Hailey, Idaho, with only a handful of guests. Despite their fame, they have continued to maintain an extremely private relationship.

8. Zoe Kravitz and Karl Glusman

Zoe Kravitz quietly married actor Karl Glusman in 2019 after getting engaged in 2018. While the couple eventually celebrated with a more public ceremony in Paris, they had already tied the knot months earlier in a private, under-the-radar event. The pair managed to keep their early nuptials out of the spotlight until after the fact.

9. Julia Roberts and Danny Moder

Julia Roberts surprised fans in 2002 when she secretly married cameraman Danny Moder. The intimate ceremony took place at Roberts’ ranch in New Mexico, with very few details leaking to the press. Over 20 years later, the couple is still going strong, showing that sometimes, love flourishes away from the cameras.

10. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard

Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard opted for a quiet courthouse wedding in 2013, keeping things low-key and intimate. The couple chose the private route after waiting for same-sex marriage to become legal in California. Their decision to have a simple ceremony perfectly reflects their grounded and relatable personalities.

11. Adele and Simon Konecki

Adele kept her marriage to Simon Konecki a well-guarded secret until she casually mentioned it during a 2017 awards acceptance speech. The two reportedly tied the knot in a private ceremony surrounded by close friends and family. Although they eventually separated, their wedding remains one of the most private celebrity unions to date.

12. Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk

Gwyneth Paltrow and producer Brad Falchuk managed to pull off a low-profile wedding in 2018. The couple exchanged vows in a small, intimate ceremony at Paltrow’s home in the Hamptons. Despite her A-list status, Paltrow kept the details of their big day under wraps, focusing on celebrating with loved ones.

13. Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz

Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz shocked fans when they secretly got married in 2011 after a whirlwind romance. The wedding, held in New York, had only four guests, including their children. The couple has since remained notoriously private about their relationship, proving that love doesn’t need a spotlight.

14. Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski

Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski tied the knot in a secret ceremony in 2017, just weeks before welcoming their first child. The couple eloped, opting for a no-frills wedding that focused on their love for each other. Seyfried later described it as perfect and exactly what they wanted.

15. Leighton Meester and Adam Brody

Leighton Meester and Adam Brody, two beloved TV stars, got married in an ultra-private ceremony in 2014. The Gossip Girl and The O.C. actors managed to keep their relationship out of the public eye, so their surprise wedding came as a double shock to fans. They’ve continued to lead a quiet life away from Hollywood’s chaos.

16. Mary-Kate Olsen and Olivier Sarkozy

Mary-Kate Olsen and Olivier Sarkozy’s 2015 wedding was so secretive that only a select group of friends and family even knew it was happening. The private event reportedly took place in New York and featured an intimate, low-key vibe. The couple’s decision to keep it private reflects their preference for staying out of the public eye.

17. Rooney Mara and Joaquin Phoenix

Rooney Mara and Joaquin Phoenix have always been one of Hollywood’s most private couples, so it’s no surprise they kept their 2020 wedding under wraps. The couple, known for their low-key personalities, reportedly had a quiet ceremony during the pandemic. While they rarely discuss their relationship publicly, their bond seems as strong as ever.