Jay Baruchel and Rebecca-Jo Dunham have officially tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Portugal. The couple, who got engaged in May 2018, exchanged vows on Saturday, September 21, surrounded by close friends and family. The event was filled with love, joy, and a few unexpected hiccups.
Key Takeaways
- Jay Baruchel and Rebecca-Jo Dunham got married in Portugal on September 21.
- The couple announced their engagement in May 2018.
- The wedding took place despite some challenges, including health issues and bad weather.
The Engagement
Jay Baruchel, known for his roles in films like Knocked Up and How to Train Your Dragon, proposed to Montreal-based model Rebecca-Jo Dunham in May 2018. The couple shared their joyous news on Instagram, with Baruchel captioning a selfie of the pair as “Love of my life,” accompanied by heart and ring emojis. Dunham also posted a photo showing off her engagement ring.
Wedding Preparations
The couple had been eagerly preparing for their wedding in Portugal. Baruchel even mentioned the upcoming nuptials on Twitter, explaining that he would miss the Fantastic Fest screening of his film Random Acts of Violence because he was getting married. “Literally the only thing that could keep me from being there,” he tweeted.
Dunham, on the other hand, shared some of the challenges they faced leading up to the big day. She posted on Instagram about her mother’s health issues, lack of sleep, and mosquito bites, but remained optimistic and excited about the wedding.
The Big Day
On September 21, the couple finally exchanged vows in a romantic ceremony. Baruchel shared a black-and-white photo from the event on Twitter, captioning it, “And, this happened today…” Despite the challenges, the couple was thrilled to celebrate their love with their closest friends and family.
Past Relationships
Before finding love with Dunham, Baruchel was engaged to actress Alison Pill. The two met on the set of the comedy film Goon and were engaged from December 2010 to February 2013. However, their relationship ended due to the difficulties of maintaining a long-distance relationship.
Future Plans
As they embark on this new chapter together, Baruchel and Dunham are looking forward to a bright future. Baruchel continues to work on various film projects, including The Kindness of Strangers and the How to Train Your Dragon franchise. Dunham, a successful model, is also excited about what the future holds for their relationship.
The couple’s wedding in Portugal marks the beginning of a new and exciting journey together, filled with love, support, and shared dreams.