O'AHU, HAWAII: Comedian Dane Cook has tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend and pilates instructor Kelsi Taylor in a picturesque "garden party" wedding on the stunning shores of Hawaii on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
“We chose Hawaii because it has such a special place in our hearts and our relationship,” said Cook. The 51-year-old actor exchanged vows with his 24-year-old partner at an exclusive estate in O’ahu, Hawaii, surrounded by a select group of 20 guests.
“It was one of the first trips we ever went on together and we continue to go back often. It’s such an oasis, and we couldn’t be more excited to have spent our wedding week surrounded by the beauty of Oahu,” Cook said, according to People.
Dane Cook and Kelsi Taylor's intimate Hawaiian wedding
The intimate wedding affair, meticulously organized by Katie Jansen of Stylish Details Events, featured a decor theme that seamlessly blended "minimal garden party vibes with bright bold florals," according to Kelsi. The venue was “beautiful but still understated” and skillfully crafted by Designs by Hemingway.
Cook shared, “We envisioned something that was more along the lines of a gathering of our closest family and friends." The festivities included a welcome BBQ, a night out at a jazz bar, as well as a pool party, and a day at the beach.
He added, "Something intimate, connected, and filled with fun. We decided to do a full week vacation with a wedding right in the middle, and we wouldn’t want it any other way! Nothing better than spending this special time with all of our favorite people.”
Kelsi Taylor's stunning wedding attire
For her bridal walk, Kelsi chose the "Solstice Gown" by Grace Loves Lace, which she complemented with the "Grace" veil and clear heels from Amina Muaddi.
She expressed her fondness for the gown and said, “It was one of the first dresses I tried on, and I immediately fell in love with it. There’s just something about the simplicity and comfort of it and the beautiful stitching design and detail. So happy to have found this gem!”
To begin the ceremony, the bride made her entrance to the song 'Marry Me' by Train. Kelsi explained her choice and said, “Every time I heard this song it made me so emotional. I knew it was the pick for the ceremony.”
As for the vows, Kelsi humorously shared, "We went for traditional vows — because to be perfectly honest, I had a feeling that Dane would totally outshine my speech. He has the best way with words, and I knew I wouldn’t even be able to match up to his delivery. I also really just wanted to keep our more intimate vows private and to give him a handwritten letter the morning of.”
Following their 'I do's,' the newlyweds walked out to 'You Make My Dreams' by Daryl Hall and John Oates.
