Jennifer Lawrence is famously unfiltered. We know this. From tripping at the Oscars to her "where’s the pizza?" energy on red carpets, she’s the relatable queen of Hollywood. So, when she married art dealer Cooke Maroney back in October 2019, nobody expected a stiff, pinkies-up affair.
What they got was a 150-guest rager at a "haunted" Rhode Island mansion, a Dior dress with its own security detail, and a burger truck that stayed open until 4 a.m.
People still talk about the Jennifer Lawrence wedding because it was the perfect mix of high-fashion Dior elegance and "I just want a cheeseburger" chaos. Honestly, it's kinda the blueprint for how to do a celebrity wedding without losing your soul.
The Venue: A Gilded Age Mansion with a Messy History
The ceremony took place at the Belcourt of Newport. If you aren't a history nerd, here's the vibe: it’s a 60-room "summer cottage" designed in 1894 by Richard Morris Hunt. It was inspired by Louis XIII’s hunting lodge at Versailles.
But it wasn't always fancy.
Before celebrity jeweler Carolyn Rafaelian bought and restored it, the place had a reputation. In the '90s, it was known for ghost tours and some pretty questionable basement parties. J-Law picking a venue with a bit of "haunted" grit is so on-brand.
The guests started the weekend with a massive clambake on Rose Island. They had to be ferried over. Can you imagine Adele and Kris Jenner trying to navigate a boat in cocktail attire?
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That Dior Dress Had Its Own Hotel Room
Look, when you’re the face of Dior, you don’t just hang your gown on a plastic hanger. Rumor has it—and by rumor, I mean multiple reports from people who were there—the custom Dior wedding dress actually stayed in its own private guest room at the Hotel Viking.
The entire Dior design team flew in from Paris. They weren't just there to party; they were basically the Secret Service for lace and beads. They hand-delivered the gown the morning of the wedding to ensure not a single sequin was out of place.
We haven't seen many high-res photos (the couple was super strict about phones), but we know it had:
- An embellished, 1920s-style silhouette.
- Puff sleeves that felt romantic but not "costume-y."
- A round neck with heavy jewel detailing.
She looked like a Gilded Age princess, but with that messy, undone updo that kept it from feeling too "perfect."
The Guest List: From Adele to Kris Jenner
The guest list was a literal fever dream. It wasn't just "business friends"—it was her actual circle.
- Emma Stone: Her long-time Hollywood bestie.
- Adele: Who was apparently seen at the rehearsal dinner and may or may not have been the life of the party.
- Kris Jenner: Lawrence is a massive Keeping Up with the Kardashians fan, and she and Kris are legitimately close. Kris reportedly wore a floor-length black Reem Acra gown.
- Amy Schumer: Who later joked on Instagram about her and her husband looking like characters from Narnia at the reception.
- Ashley Olsen: Rocking a massive Marc Jacobs gown that only an Olsen could pull off.
What Most People Get Wrong About the Guests
People think celebrity weddings are all about networking. This one wasn't. It was about people J-Law actually likes. She even invited her Silver Linings Playbook director David O. Russell and Bradley Cooper.
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The "Awful" Rehearsal Dinner Moment
In a recent interview (honestly, she’s so real for this), Lawrence admitted she was a bit of a "nervous bride." Not about the marriage, but about the hosting.
She actually told Robert De Niro to go home during the rehearsal dinner.
She saw him wandering around, looking like he didn't know anyone, and her social anxiety for him spiked. She whispered to him, "Go home." He was sweet about it—he talked to her parents for a bit and then left—but she later joked that it made her feel much better once he was gone.
The Menu: From Wood-Roasted Fish to Late-Night Burgers
The food was a whole journey. It started with sophisticated, "organic" vibes and ended in a grease-induced coma.
The Fancy Stuff:
The main course featured wood-roasted fish with lemon-infused butter or a five-week-aged leg of beef with forager's sauce. They also had "cauldron fritters" with bourbon cream for dessert. Very "fall in New England."
The Late-Night Hero:
At 12:30 a.m., the Boston’s Baddest Burger & Sandwich Co. food truck pulled up.
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The owner, Kevin Tortorella, had no idea he was serving a movie star until he saw the paparazzi. He served cheeseburgers, "Really Good" fries, and chicken sandwiches until 4 in the morning. Jennifer and Cooke didn't even leave the venue until 5:30 a.m.
That is how you finish a wedding.
Making the Marriage Work (The 15-minute Rule)
Fast forward to 2026, and the couple is still going strong with two kids in the mix. Jennifer recently sat down on the SmartLess podcast and dropped some truth bombs about their dynamic.
She calls Cooke her "anchor." He’s organized; she... isn't.
To keep things from devolving into chaos, they have a "15-minute wiggle room" rule for her schedule. It basically acknowledges that she’s going to be late, but gives them a boundary so they don't fight about it. It’s practical, slightly messy, and totally human.
Actionable Takeaways from J-Law’s Big Day
If you're planning your own wedding and want to channel that Lawrence energy, here’s how to do it:
- Prioritize Guest Comfort over Optics: If you’re stressed that your guests aren't having fun, you won't have fun. Follow J-Law's lead: if someone looks bored (even if it's Robert De Niro), don't let it ruin your night.
- The Food Pivot: Everyone loves a fancy dinner, but everyone remembers the late-night burger truck.
- Keep it Private: By confiscating phones, she ensured her guests could actually dance and be weird without worrying about ending up on TMZ the next morning.
- Accept the Opposite: You don't need to marry someone just like you. Having an "anchor" partner can be the best thing for a creative, chaotic soul.
The Jennifer Lawrence wedding remains a masterclass in balancing "A-list" expectations with a "D-list" lack of pretension. It was expensive, sure, but it was also just a really good party.
To recreate the Newport vibe for your own event, look into historic mansion venues in the Northeast that offer indoor/outdoor transitions, and don't skip the local food truck hire for the after-party—it's usually the highlight of the night.