Tess Daly and Vernon Kay were the ultimate BBC power couple, with the TV host lending her presenting skills to Strictly for 21 years and her husband joining BBC Radio in 2004. However, on 9 May, the couple announced their split after more than two decades together.
Taking to Instagram to share the news, the broadcasters penned: “This has not been an easy choice, but it comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire for what is best for both of us.
“We remain great friends and more importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents, which will always be our priority.”
All the way back in 2003, they tied the knot. Now, as Tess and Vernon move on as friends, we’re revisiting their big day…
The former Strictly Come Dancing host and the Im a Celebrity star tied the knot for the first time on 12 September 2003, but 10 years later, Vernon surprised his wife with a vow renewal alongside their daughters, Phoebe and Amber. Speaking of the 10-year anniversary surprise, Tess told HELLO!: “It was very special and a wonderful way to mark ten years. What’s he going to do when it’s 20 years?”
When did Vernon Kay and Tess Daly get married?
Vernon and Tess tied the knot on 12 September 2003. They started dating in 2001 when he was a host on T4, and Vernon previously told Digital Spy that they “instantly had such a blast together”.
The couple married at St Mary’s Church in Horwich, Vernon’s hometown, before hosting their reception at nearby Rivington Hall Barn. The couple travelled in style between the two venues in an old-fashioned VW camper van with the words ‘Just Married’ written on the back window.
Where was Tess Daly’s wedding dress from?
© RexTess looked gorgeous on her big day in a strapless A-line wedding dress by Marina Adanou, which was embellished with crystals and sequins. The bride accessorised her look with a veil and tiara, with Jimmy Choo shoes.
Vernon also couldn’t resist wearing white for the occasion, and donned a white suit by Alexandre Savile Row, which he paired with a pink shirt and patterned tie.
What celebrity guests were at Tess Daly and Vernon Kay’s wedding?
Among the guests at Tess and Vernon’s wedding were Big Brother winner Brian Dowling and T4 presenter June Sarpong. DJ Brandon Block also provided the entertainment at the couple’s reception.
What have Tess Daly and Vernon Kay said about their wedding?
© RexVernon said he was “over the moon” at his wedding, after the couple opted to shun a high-profile celebrity wedding for something a little more low-key.
When was Tess Daly and Vernon Kay’s second wedding?
On their 10th anniversary, Vernon surprised his wife by organising a vow renewal with their close family. Tess told HELLO!: “The first night [in the south of France] we had a gorgeous dinner and drank champagne, we toasted the sunset and ten years of marriage. The next day we woke up, Vernon surprised me. I opened my anniversary card and it said, ‘Today we are going to renew our vows.’
“He said, ‘We’re just going to renew our vows, I’ve arranged it. I’ve found a catholic priest.’ I thought the kids were at home and the grandparents were looking after them for the weekend. [But] Vernon had arranged for all of them to fly over.”
He had even organised her bridal outfit – a white Gucci gown with a plunging neckline, alongside matching heels and a bag. Their daughters wore “identical white sparkly, bridesmaid type dresses” with Tess describing the surprise as “overwhelmingly special and memorable.”
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