In 1999, former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham and soccer superstar David Beckham exchanged vows at a castle in Ireland, marking the beginning of their enduring love story. With over 200 attendees, their extravagant wedding elevated them to British celebrity royalty. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and relive the magical day that captivated the nation.
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, affectionately known as “Posh and Becks,” were at the peak of their fame when they tied the knot almost 25 years ago. Victoria, a member of the iconic girl group Spice Girls, had recently scored their eighth number-one UK single. Meanwhile, David, a talented football player, had just won all three major UK tournaments with his team. Their paths crossed in 1997 after a match, and they immediately felt a mutual attraction that led to a blossoming relationship.
After a year of dating, David proposed to Victoria with a stunning $85,000 marquise-cut diamond engagement ring. Four months after welcoming their first son, Brooklyn, they said their “I dos” in a grand ceremony that sealed their love forever.
The couple chose the historic Luttrellstown Castle, a magnificent 560-acre estate on the outskirts of Dublin, Ireland, as their wedding venue. The castle’s high stone walls, leafy trees, and a golf course ensured privacy from prying paparazzi. The anticipation was palpable as eager onlookers lined the streets in the hopes of catching a glimpse of the happy couple. The exclusive rights to their wedding photographs were sold to British magazine OK! for a staggering £1 million ($1.2 million), making it the most expensive celebrity photo shoot ever.
Only 29 people were invited to witness the ceremony itself, held in a picturesque stone cave on the castle grounds. David, dressed in a cream-colored suit, arrived in a Bentley accompanied by his best man and Manchester United teammate, Gary Neville. Victoria, adorned in a champagne-hued Vera Wang dress complemented by an 18-karat gold tiara and a 20-foot-long train, made a grand entrance in her own Bentley. Their son Brooklyn had the honor of being the ring bearer.
The intimate guest list included immediate family members, David’s teammates, and Victoria’s bandmates, with the exception of Geri Halliwell. This select gathering added to the perceived grandeur of the occasion. The couple proceeded to change into coordinated purple outfits—a satin fishtail gown for Victoria and a double-breasted blazer with flared trousers for David—designed by Antonio Berardi. Baby Brooklyn was also outfitted in a matching purple suit and bib.
After leaving their oversized thrones, David and Victoria shared their first dance to Frank Sinatra’s “It Had To Be You.” Their wedding playlist featured nostalgic songs from the ’60s and ’70s, and they had a live soul band to entertain the guests. Elton John, a close friend, was intended to perform but couldn’t due to a prior heart attack.
The couple’s unique wedding cake consisted of alternating layers of chocolate-flavored sponge and red apples. In a traditional UK custom, they ceremoniously cut into the cake with a giant saber before sharing a kiss, as captured in a recent clip shared by Victoria.
Since their enchanting wedding ceremony, David and Victoria Beckham have faced challenges, such as infidelity rumors. However, they have renewed their vows in a small and intimate ceremony, proving their resilience as a family unit. Despite the difficulties, they continue to work through their marital journey and remain as strong and celebrated as ever.
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