Inside Josh Lucas’ Dream Vatican Wedding with Brianna Ruffalo
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By Zoe Bennett
Josh Lucas officially wed long-time partner Brianna Ruffalo in a private Vatican City ceremony this weekend, capping a one-year engagement that began with a proposal in Italy in June 2024. The couple exchanged vows at a secluded chapel inside the papal enclave, marking one of the rare instances of Hollywood royalty marrying on hallowed ground. TMZ first reported the nuptials, and ABC7 News confirms that Lucas shared black-and-white snapshots on his official Instagram account to announce the milestone.
Lucas, 51, posted a series of artful monochrome images and described the event as the wedding he’d always dreamed of. In his caption he extended gratitude to his partner and to the photography team that captured the understated elegance of the day. The actor’s Instagram reveal follows our earlier coverage of the engagement, when sources told TMZ he popped the question while the pair were exploring the Amalfi Coast.
Brianna Ruffalo, 30, is best known as a meteorologist for ABC7 in Los Angeles. The couple’s paths first crossed on set of the television series Palm Royale, where Lucas starred alongside Kristen Wiig and Allison Janney. Production insiders say Ruffalo and Lucas formed a quick bond over Italian cuisine and shared laughter during breaks—sparking a romance that led to their high-profile engagement announcement last summer.
This marks Lucas’s second marriage. He was previously married to Jessica Ciencin Henriquez from 2012 until their divorce in 2014. Ruffalo, making her first trip to the altar, opted for a classic floor-length white gown with minimal embellishments, complementing the historic setting’s timeless aura.
Vatican weddings require special permission from the Holy See, and while the couple has not disclosed the full guest list, insiders suggest the ceremony was intimate, attended by close friends and family. The choice of this location underscores Lucas’s admiration for traditional architecture and his desire for a spiritually resonant celebration.
Guests who spoke with ABC7 News praised the seamless coordination—pointing to the seamless blend of modern photography and ancient stonework as the event’s signature contrast. The bride’s bouquet featured white peonies and olive branches, a nod to Italy’s enduring symbolism of peace and prosperity.
Industry observers note that celebrity weddings in iconic venues can boost tourism interest and media coverage. Lucas and Ruffalo’s decision to wed at the Vatican will likely trigger a fresh wave of destination-wedding inquiries from both high-profile and everyday couples seeking a storybook backdrop.
Lucas has promised a full photo album and personal reflection in upcoming social-media posts. Ruffalo is expected to return to her meteorology duties with ABC7 this fall, balancing her new role as a public figure in Hollywood with her broadcast career.
Keep an eye on our coverage for exclusive behind-the-scenes details and follow-up interviews with the newlyweds. The blend of star power and sacred tradition in this union makes it one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the year.
Stay tuned for more insights and analysis as Lucas and Ruffalo embark on married life together.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, ABC7 News, Instagram
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