Weddings are held to celebrate the union of two hearts. Usually attended by their loved ones, a couple may opt to have a simple and intimate service, a grand ceremony—or in some cases, couples decide to do both! (like Maja Salvador and Rambo Nunez.)
We think it's safe to say that in Cosmo, we absolutely love weddings, and our readers—yes, you—have definitely influenced us. We always want to be on top of everything about nuptials. And what we find really fascinating is the number of celebrity couples who have chosen to get hitched in the most intimate and private manner.
Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo are only one of the many celebrity couples who chose a simple and low-key wedding ceremony. Ahead, let's look back on those celebrity weddings!
READ: Celebrity Couples Who Had A Simple, Low-Key, Intimate Wedding Ceremony
1. Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo
Wedding: March 23, 2024
ICYMI, the celebrity couple tied the knot in a civil wedding ceremony in Quezon City, officiated by Mayor Joy Belmonte. It was in February 2024 when the two got engaged after two years of dating.
Their civil wedding came as a surprise to the public. It was only attended by their family and closest friends, including Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Joshua Garcia, and more.
2. Jennylyn Mercado and Dennis Trillo
Wedding Date: November 15, 2021
The wedding of Jennylyn Mercado and Dennis Trillo was one of the most intimate matrimonial ceremonies among celebrity couples. The public expected them to hold the usual grand wedding, as they were one of the longtime real-life celebrity couples at the time.
Nevertheless, Jennylyn and Dennis proved that there's nothing wrong with holding a minimalist ceremony. Attended by their closest family and friends, the lovebirds tied the knot in a civil wedding held in a studio. Fun fact: the venue for their matrimony is owned by Kathryn Bernardo!
The celebrity couple wore matching white suits for the special occasion. Talking to Preview.ph, Jennylyn admitted that she had deemed grand weddings to be impractical at the time. Back then, the world was still shifting to the new normal in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. "Siyempre sa panahon ngayon, ang hirap magka-regular wedding na malaki, na maraming tao. Unang-una, hindi safe and hindi na rin practical sa panahon ngayon." The two dated for almost eight years before choosing to tie the knot.
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3. Angel Locsin and Neil Arce
Wedding date: August 7, 2021
Angel Locsin and Neil Arce's wedding might just be the simplest we've ever witnessed. The couple got hitched in a civil wedding in Taguig City. The invited guests? Angel's best friend Dimples Romana and her husband Boyet Ahmee.
Angel and Neil also wore *super simple* outfits. The actress even decided to wear casual sneakers to her wedding. Comfort wins over everything! Nonetheless, she still looked as gorgeous as ever.
As of writing, Angel is on an indefinite hiatus from showbiz. In recent interviews, Dimples had assured the public that Angel is alright and enjoying her time away from the limelight.
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4. Yam Concepcion and Miguel Cuunjieng
Wedding date: July 24, 2021
We're calling this one of the ~most romantic~ yet simple wedding ceremonies so far. Yam Concepcion and her non-showbiz partner Miguel Cuunjieng tied the knot while they were aboard a yacht that sailed along the Hudson River in New York City.
Yam's husband, Miguel, is originally based in NYC, hence they decided to hold the ceremony in one of the most scenic spots of the famous city. The couple endured six years of a long-distance relationship before they became husband and wife.
Aside from the magnificent venue they chose for their intimate wedding, the couple kept their outfits casual yet befitting the nautical theme. Yam wore an elegant yet simple white dress with a square lace neckline and short puff sleeves. We love the addition of a straw boat hat! Embroidered with floral motives and lace trim, Yam's wedding ensemble was worth $795 or around PHP45,000.
5. Sam Pinto and Anthony Semerad
Wedding date: March 8, 2021
A wedding with only four guests? Take it from Sam Pinto and Anthony Semerad. All it took for the couple to wed were the sunset, Manila Bay, and of course each other.
Sam and Anthony got married on the roof deck of the Conrad Manila Hotel. They managed to hold the ceremony with the Manila Bay sunset as their backdrop. It was such a sight to see!
6. Rocco Nacino and Melissa Gohing
Wedding date: January 21, 2021
Actor Rocco Nacino and volleyball player Melissa Gohing did not spend too much time planning for their special day. It was just two months after their engagement that they managed to hold a wedding ceremony. They kept it secret and went for a laidback naval-themed wedding.
Held at the BRP Davao Del Sur LD602 Battleship, Rocco and Melissa happily exchanged their marriage vows to each other.
7. Alex Gonzaga and Mikee Morada
Wedding date: November 2020
Alex Gonzaga and Mikee Morada chose a location close to their hearts for their wedding. Almost a year after they got engaged in December 2019, the couple decided to tie the knot. The venue? None other than the Gonzaga's house in Taytay, Rizal.
Despite the pandemic restrictions, all they needed was their families attending and their love and commitment to each other. Alex wore a Rajo Laurel dress with oversized puff sleeves, and it looked perfect on her.
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8. Angelica Panganiban and Gregg Homan
Wedding date: December 31, 2023
Angelica Panganiban and Gregg Homan ended the year 2023 with a solemn and wonderful milestone for their relationship. The lovebirds tied the knot in Los Angeles, California witnessed by their closest friends and family—and of course, with their little ray of sunshine, Amila Sabine. Among the few guests were Angelica's closest celebrity besties Kim Chiu and Bela Padilla. The couple also had chic retro wedding photos! So cute!
It's not yet been revealed if the Homan couple will be having a second and grander wedding in the Philippines. In one of their vlogs, Angelica divulged that they have been doing ocular visits to spots that may be their next wedding venue. One of the options was Siargao.
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10. Pia Wurtzbach and Jeremy Jauncey
Wedding date: March 24, 2023
Pia Wurtzbach and Jeremy Jauncey quietly tied the knot in Seychelles, East Africa. They got married in North Island, a private island getaway location in Seychelles. The couple revealed the good news about their marriage months after their dreamy, intimate nuptials.
Only three guests attended Pia and Jeremy's wedding. Extremely private, right? The three guests were their good friends Michael Gray and Georgia Ma, and Nelwin Uy who was the official photographer of the ceremony.
Inspired to hold your own low-key simple wedding ceremony now? Take notes!
