Ella Ding surprised fans by announcing that she and her partner Guy Palermo had tied the knot in a surprise wedding ceremony. The couple kept their nuptials a closely-guarded secret, going to great lengths to conceal the wedding from even their friends, who were led to believe they were attending a party for Ella’s 30th birthday. Despite the elaborate cover story, their friends were shocked to discover that Ella and Guy had actually exchanged vows in a romantic ceremony at The Prahran Arcade’s Sophia venue in Melbourne.
Leading up to the ceremony, Ella’s friends were completely unaware of the wedding and were posting excitedly about Ella’s birthday celebrations on social media. Former Love Island star Courtney Stubbs shared a video of herself and her partner on their way to Melbourne for Ella’s ’30th birthday party,’ while make-up artist Kayla Perez shared snaps of Ella getting glam, maintaining the party cover story. When Ella finally revealed the surprise wedding during the bash, her friends were taken aback but overjoyed by the news.
Ella and Guy publicly confirmed their surprise nuptials on social media the following day, sharing a series of photographs from their special day. Ella stunned in a white gown with a jeweled bodice, while Guy looked dapper in a black suit with a red flower pinned to his lapel. The couple also exchanged heartfelt vows, expressing their love and commitment to each other in tear-jerking videos. For the reception, Ella changed into a sequined cream gown with a Great Gatsby themed party, completing the look with silver platform heels and a jeweled headpiece.
The couple’s wedding reception was filled with joy and celebration, with guests capturing adorable moments such as the couple cutting their two-tier wedding cake adorned with pearls and red flowers. The venue was decorated with red floral arrangements and candles, creating a romantic atmosphere for their loved ones to enjoy. Guests shared sweet videos of Ella and Guy’s first dance as a married couple, highlighting the happiness and love that surrounded them on their special day.
The surprise wedding came just weeks after Ella and Guy confirmed their engagement in February, with Guy proposing during one of their morning runs. MAFS star Domenica Calarco, who was a guest at the ceremony, shared her excitement for the couple and gushed about the surprise wedding on social media. Ella and Guy’s romance began in April 2023, leading to their engagement and eventual marriage. Before Guy, Ella had a fling with British Made In Chelsea star Miles Nazaire following her split from Mitch Eynaud, her former MAFS co-star.
Ella rose to fame on Married At First Sight alongside Mitch Eynaud, but the couple went their separate ways after the reunion episode aired in January 2022. In December, Ella and Guy welcomed a new addition to their family in the form of a puppy named Yuki. Despite the challenges of past relationships, Ella and Guy have found love and happiness in each other, culminating in a beautiful surprise wedding that brought joy to their friends and loved ones.
