Elton John goes behind the mic at Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's 2nd wedding
Los Angeles, June 7
Legendary singer Sir Elton John serenaded Dua Lipa and Callum Turner at their Italian wedding recently. The couple tied the knot in a low-key ceremony at Marylebone Town Hall in London before flying out to Italy for three days of celebrations with their friends and family.
This culminated in a second wedding at the Villa Valguarnera in Bagheria, east of Palermo, reports 'Female First UK'.
In a "very emotional" moment, the bride's good friend performed his classic hit 'Your Song' after flying into Italy by private jet just in time to sing at the ceremony.
And Elton John wasn't the only famous face providing music for the celebrations, because DJs Carl Cox, Martin Garrix, David Guetta and Peggy Gou also performed. Daily Mail online was the first to report the news.
The 30-year-old bride made her entrance to the wedding ceremony at about 6:00 pm Sicilian time, wearing a gown decorated with diamonds designed by guest Donatella Versace.
As per 'Female First UK', the historic venue had a semi-circle of chairs set up outside with a gazebo in the centre for the wedding ceremony, and the villa had been decorated with peonies and hyacinths, with photo booths set up to capture some special moments for the guests.
An insider said, "Dua and Callum sat on a stage under the gazebo and a simple exchange of vows took place".
The couples' families were driven from Palermo to the villa, but there was almost a disaster when a driver left Dua's mother Anesa's shoes in his car. Guests were given special souvenir handkerchiefs that had been embroidered with the phrase, "Stay mad with me forever".
Saturday's celebrations included a 10-minute firework display while earlier guests boarded a yacht for a party. The other festivities took place at Galleria Moderna, where the 30-year-old bride wore a custom Bottega Veneta dress.
It was previously claimed Dua and 36-year-old Callum have paid out $6500 to compensate those who live in apartments overlooking areas where there will be extra parking for the wedding after angry residents expressed their frustration at the disruption caused by the celebrations.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I'm genuinely curious about the logistics. Flying in Elton John by private jet just for a song? That's serious money. And compensating locals with $6500 for inconvenience - imagine the drama that would cause in India! But good for Dua and Callum, they clearly wanted it perfect.
Honestly, I feel a bit sorry for the residents of Bagheria. Imagine your street is blocked for days, fireworks shaking your windows, and you're told to just deal with it because some celebrities are getting married. ₹55 lakh compensation? It's like they're trying to buy peace.
That 'Stay mad with me forever' handkerchief is such a cute touch! It's like a modern twist on traditional wedding favours. Also, poor Anesa's shoes left in the driver's car - reminds me of my bhabhi who forgot her chura (wedding bangles) at home on her wedding day! 😂
Beautiful venue and all, but I find it a bit excessive - a second wedding in Italy after already marrying in London? I mean, it's their money and their choice, but in India we usually manage with one big shaadi and maybe a reception. Still, the fireworks and yacht party sound dreamy!
As a classical music lover, Elton John performing 'Your Song' at a wedding is legendary. But I'm more impressed by the lineup of DJs - Carl Cox, Martin Garrix, David Guetta AND Peggy Gou? That must have cost a fortune! Our Indian weddings have baraatis and DJs, but this is a
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