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What began as an on-screen storyline has become a real-life fairytale. Emmerdale actors Max Parker and Kris Mochrie, who played soap brothers Luke and Lee Posner, have officially tied the knot in a showstopping wedding that fans are calling the “soap wedding of the year.”
The couple, who met in 2019 while working on the ITV soap, exchanged vows last weekend in an extravagant ceremony at the Wilderness Reserve in Suffolk, a venue known for its exclusivity, where weddings reportedly start at a staggering £65,000.
The multi-day celebration began on last Friday evening, with guests sharing glimpses of the elegant welcome event on social media, including champagne receptions, string quartets, and fire pits under the stars.
From Co-Stars to Soulmates
Max and Kris first crossed paths on the set of Emmerdale, where they were cast as fictional brothers. Despite their characters having limited scenes together, sparks flew off-screen, and romance soon blossomed.
In 2022, Max proposed during a sun-drenched holiday, presenting Kris with a locket that once belonged to his grandmother. The heartfelt gesture was praised by fans for its sentimentality and meaning.
Two years later, their journey has led them down the aisle, with close friends, family, and former Emmerdale co-stars in attendance at the stunning countryside estate.
A Wedding Fit for the Dales, and the Crown
The loved up pair were more than ready for married life - Credit: instagram.com/maxparker____/
The ceremony is being compared by guests and insiders to a “royal wedding” due to its scale and style. Floral arrangements reportedly filled the grounds, live music played throughout the day, and the grooms made stylish entrances in designer tuxedos.
A source close to the couple shared: “Max and Kris wanted their wedding to be about love, inclusivity, and joy, and they’ve absolutely nailed it. It’s romantic, emotional, and glamorous, everything you’d hope for from a soap star celebration!”
The couple have taken to Instagram to share sneak peeks of the event, with Max captioning one pre-wedding post:
“The best weekend of our lives begins ❤️”
Kris also shared a photo from their arrival, writing: “Beyond grateful for the love surrounding us. Let’s do this!”
Soapland’s Most Loved-Up Couple
Fans have flooded social media with congratulations and love for the couple, praising their chemistry and positivity. Many have commented on how heartwarming it is to see such a joyful moment come from a chance meeting on set.
ITV and fellow cast members also shared their best wishes online, with one Emmerdale alum writing:
“From TV brothers to real-life husbands, what a love story. Congratulations Max & Kris!”
What’s Next for the Newlyweds?
While both actors have moved on from Emmerdale, their careers continue to thrive, with Max Parker taking on roles in international dramas and Kris appearing in stage productions and hosting engagements.
For now, though, it's all about enjoying married life, and perhaps a well-deserved honeymoon after what looks like the most glamorous celebration soapland has seen in years.
