Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has married his partner Jodie Haydon, becoming the country's first leader to wed while in office. The couple exchanged vows in Canberra on Saturday afternoon, just after the final parliamentary session of the year. Albanese expressed his joy, stating, 'We are absolutely delighted to share our love and commitment to spending our future lives together, in front of our family and closest friends.' The couple got engaged on Valentine's Day last year, with both their proposal and wedding reception held at The Lodge, the PM's official residence.
The wedding plans remained confidential due to security and logistical concerns. Attendees included Haydon's parents and Albanese's son from a previous marriage, with the couple's dog Toto acting as the ring bearer. The couple exited the ceremony to confetti while Stevie Wonder's classic 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)' played in the background.
After the ceremony, Albanese shared a video on social media capturing the moment when guests showered the couple with congratulations. Several members of his cabinet were also present, reinforcing the significance of this joyous occasion.
The couple's private reception featured sentimental touches, including their first dance to Frank Sinatra's 'The Way You Look Tonight' and custom beer cans commemorating their engagement announcement. Albanese, aged 62, and Haydon, aged 47, first met at a dinner in Melbourne back in 2020. Following a brief honeymoon in Australia, the couple looks forward to a future filled with shared experiences, deepening their commitment to each other.
The wedding plans remained confidential due to security and logistical concerns. Attendees included Haydon's parents and Albanese's son from a previous marriage, with the couple's dog Toto acting as the ring bearer. The couple exited the ceremony to confetti while Stevie Wonder's classic 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)' played in the background.
After the ceremony, Albanese shared a video on social media capturing the moment when guests showered the couple with congratulations. Several members of his cabinet were also present, reinforcing the significance of this joyous occasion.
The couple's private reception featured sentimental touches, including their first dance to Frank Sinatra's 'The Way You Look Tonight' and custom beer cans commemorating their engagement announcement. Albanese, aged 62, and Haydon, aged 47, first met at a dinner in Melbourne back in 2020. Following a brief honeymoon in Australia, the couple looks forward to a future filled with shared experiences, deepening their commitment to each other.
