Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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While some celebrities opt for extravagant weddings, others have chosen to tie the knot in intimate, secret ceremonies that fans didn’t hear about until months later. This article profiles 12 celebrity power couples who managed to pull off super private weddings, including Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, and Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost.
Why it matters
Celebrity weddings are often highly anticipated events, with fans eager to see the dresses, venues, and details. But these 12 couples valued their privacy and opted for low-key, under-the-radar ceremonies instead of public spectacles. Their ability to keep their nuptials secret highlights the lengths some stars will go to maintain their privacy, even at the height of their fame.
The details
The article provides details on how each of the 12 couples managed to pull off their secret weddings. For example, Beyoncé and Jay-Z transformed Jay-Z’s New York penthouse into their wedding venue, while Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons got married at a luxury resort in Jamaica. Other couples, like Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost, wed during the COVID-19 pandemic and kept the ceremony small with close friends and family.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z tied the knot in April 2008.Dave Franco and Allison Brie got married in an intimate ceremony in 2017.Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons got married in early July 2022.John Mulaney and Olivia Munn quietly tied the knot in July 2024.Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz got married in January 2015.
The players
Zendaya
An American actress and singer.
Tom Holland
An English actor best known for playing Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Beyoncé
An American singer, songwriter, and performer, often referred to as the “Queen of Pop”.
Jay-Z
An American rapper, songwriter, record executive, and entrepreneur, considered one of the greatest rappers of all time.
Dave Franco
An American actor known for his roles in films like 21 Jump Street and The Disaster Artist.
Allison Brie
An American actress known for her roles in shows like Community and GLOW.
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What they’re saying
“Something about being married made me feel so settled, almost more free, I guess, rather than like trapped. It’s great. So now, let’s go do whatever we want. Onward and upward.”
— Allison Brie, Actress (PEOPLE)
“It was very private, and I can say outside, there was paparazzi, and it was madness, and inside it was really beautiful, but once again, I’m saying way too much.”
— Beyoncé (Oprah)
The takeaway
These 12 celebrity couples demonstrate that even the most famous stars can pull off incredibly private weddings when they prioritize their privacy and personal lives over public spectacle. Their ability to keep their nuptials under wraps highlights the lengths some will go to maintain control over their most intimate moments.