Stacey Solomon shares first photos from wedding to Joe Swash
They got married at Pickle Cottage!
They decided to postpone it due to the arrival of their daughter Rose, but now, Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash are officially married! The happy couple tied the knot in a stunning ceremony in the grounds of their home, Pickle Cottage on Sunday 24th July.
Stacey, who likes to keep her fans up to date with her life on a daily basis, shared photos from the special day a few days after the ceremony, writing: '🕊Forever 🕊 Me and My Husband 😭 I don’t think I will ever get used to saying that. It all feels like a dream 🥲 “You know you’re in love when you don’t want to fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” Dr. Seuss
'The most special day that we didn’t ever want to end. We love you all & the special community we’ve built on here so so much and couldn’t wait to share these moments with you. 🥲
'Joe lost his father at the age of 11 and so did my dad. A huge part of our wedding day was reflecting on how this had a huge effect on them and how hard it is, even to this day to deal with.
'We have copyrighted all these photos. We ask for all media who wish to use them on their own platforms to lawfully do the right thing by asking permission from the photographer. They will in turn give permission for them to be used as long as the media outlets using them make a donation to a charity that supports bereaved children.
'These memories are so special to us and it would mean the absolute world to us if they made a difference to children growing up with the loss and heartache that my father and my husband did. Thank you for respecting our wishes 🖤 lots of love Mr & Mrs Solomon-Swash 😭'.(sic)
The couple exchanged vows in a Jewish ceremony, surrounded by their closest friends and family, including children Leighton, Zachary, Rex, Rose, and Joe's son Harry.
A source close to the couple told Mail Online: "Stacey and Joe had the best day of their lives.
"It was exactly everything they had hoped for, the weather was glorious, and they had a joyous day with their children and family. It was also important to Stacey for her day to uphold her strong Jewish values, as well as be a modern and fun day for everyone.
"They had always wanted their wedding to be just for them, at their home, and keeping their celebrations intimate did not disappoint."
Following the ceremony, Stacey also shared a reel of the stunning location, writing: ' 🕊The calm before our forever 🕊'. (sic)
Check out Stacey and Joe's love story below:
2010: Stacey wins I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!
When Stacey won I'm A Celeb in 2010, she was already in a relationship - but it's where she first met Joe, who was presenting the spin-off show, named I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! NOW! at the time. He'd previously won the show in 2008, and Stacey was a guest on the show the following year. The pair became good friends, and Joe later admitted he'd fancied Stacey back then, but it wasn't the right time!
January 2016: Stacey and Joe are spotted together
The pair first sparked dating rumours when Stacey shared a snap of herself on a spa weekend saying that she felt like a 'new woman', and just days later was spotted arm-in-arm with Joe in Essex.
January 2016: Stacey and Joe go Instagram official
Stacey went Instagram official with her new boyfriend later that month, sharing a snap of Joe with some flowers and she told the Mirror, "It's going really well... We're having fun, spending time together and getting to know each other." Joe added to OK! online, "She's lovely, she's an amazing person... I'm really lucky."
March 2016: Joe and Stacey make their first public appearance together
The new couple made their first official public appearance together in March 2016 at the Gala Screening of Game of Thrones Season 5. Stacey also shared a photo of the pair together on Instagram with the caption, '#happy 💙😁.' (sic)
August 2016: Stacey discusses having babies with Joe on Loose Women
Although they'd only officially been together for eight months, Stacey revealed that she was feeling pretty positive about the relationship, even adding that they'd discussed having babies together. Joe even said: "I think definitely babies, that's a good idea."
November 2016: Stacey and Joe present the I'm A Celeb spin-off TV show together
In November 2016, it was announced that Stacey would be joining Joe to present the I'm A Celeb spin-off show, along with Vicky Pattison and Chris Ramsey.
December 2017: The couple spend Christmas Day together
Stacey and Joe took a big step in December 2017, spending Christmas Day together for the first time. Stace shared a snap on Instagram of herself, her sons Zachary and Leighton as well as Joe on Christmas Day.
October 2018: Joe and Stacey move in together
Stacey revealed that she and Joe had moved in together along with her two sons in October 2018, sharing a photo on Instagram with the caption: 'HOME SWEET HOME. Finally all in and ready to start afresh together. If you're wondering what's going on here... We are eating a Chinese out of random Christmas dishes, using our hands, whilst sat on washing baskets and cardboard boxes eating off a cat basket. Nothing to see here...' (sic)
February 2019: Stacey and Joe announce they are expecting first baby
The next big milestone in this relationship came in 2019 when they announced their pregnancy! Joe first announced it by sharing a series of photos of Stacey napping with the caption: 'Have been driving myself mad thinking that she's bored senseless of me and can't stand to be awake for longer than 10 minutes of my company... So you can imagine my delight to find out that she still loves me and my company very much she's just been growing a baby.
'I can't begin to describe how happy we are to be able to share this wonderful news. We've been so blessed with 3 incredible children that we've had the privilege of raising and we are forever grateful to have the chance to become parents to another wonderful child. It's all very overwhelming and emotional and we couldn't be happier right now.' (sic)
Whilst Stacey shared a photo of the baby scan, writing, 'Every time I go to write anything I sob so... what he said @realjoeswashy 💜.'(sic)
May 2019: Stacey and Joe welcome baby Rex
On Thursday 23rd May, Stacey and Joe welcomed a little boy into the world. Joe announced the news on Stacey's Instagram, sharing a photo of her and the baby with the most heartwarming caption.
Revealing that the baby had come a little early, he wrote, 'This morning. A lot earlier than planned I watched the love of my life, bring a new life into the world. We are overwhelmed, overjoyed and apprehensive of what's to come. Mummy and baby are well and resting. We are so grateful for all of the love, support and positivity we've received over the last 8 months. I'm lost for words to describe how I'm feeling. So for now, I'm going to spend the next few days and the rest of my life falling more in love with these two humans. I didn't think it possible but, today I witnessed the impossible. My partner, My love, my life, you are a super human. I am forever in awe. Joe X.' (sic)
December 2020: Stacey and Joe announce engagement
On Christmas Eve in 2020, Stacey shared this photo of herself on Instagram, revealing Joe had proposed to her during a walk with the boys. She told fans, 'To the moon and back bub. I have no words 🖤 💍', before sharing a video of the cute moment a few days later.
However, in a Celebrity Juice stint in May 2021, Joe revealed that his efforts had almost gone to waste. After he laid flowers down in the woods for Stacey ahead of the proposal, it turned out that she thought it was for a memorial! He explained on the show: "To be fair the proposal was a bit awkward as well. I thought it would be really nice so I thought I'd do it on Christmas Eve and I took her in to the forest.
"I got a lady to put a load of flowers out. And when I took her through the forest, she saw the flowers and she went, 'Aww I think someone's died over there.' Coz it was all white flowers and I went to her, 'Oh come let's have a look, pay some respects'." 😂
March 2021: Stacey and Joe move into Pickle Cottage
In March 2021, just months before their planned wedding, Stacey confirmed the pair had bought their 'dream forever home', a lovely place called Pickle Cottage.
June 2021: Stacey and Joe confirm they are expecting their second child
In June 2021 the happy couple delighted fans by revealing they are expecting their second child together! Sharing this cute snap with their son Rex and Stacey's older boys Zachary and Leighton, Stace wrote: 'We are growing another pickle 👶🏻 We've never felt so grateful... I have no words. We didn't think we would get the chance. We love you all to the moon and back. Lots of love From Me, Joe, Harry, Zach, Leighton, Rex, and our little pickle 🥺'. (sic)
October 2021: Stacey and Joe welcome baby Rose
On her 32nd birthday in October 2021, Stacey went into labour and gave birth to the couple's daughter at their home Pickle Cottage.
Stacey shared this adorable photo of her baby girl, writing on Instagram: '🤍 She's Here 🤍 Born at Pickle Cottage on mummy's birthday. Our little girl… Happy birthday my darling daughter… We all love you more than you could ever imagine. Your brothers, your daddy and I are so in love. Thank you for the most incredible 9 months. Now we cannot wait for the rest of our lives with you…🖤'. (sic)
The couple later revealed they'd chosen to call her Rose Opal Esmè Solomon-Swash.
July 2022: Stacey and Joe get married
After years of planning, Stacey and Joe finally exchanged vows in a Jewish ceremony, surrounded by their closest friends and family, including children Leighton, Zachary, Rex, Rose, and Joe's son Harry.
Stacey shared the most stunning photos from the big day.
December 2022: Stacey and Joe announce they are expecting third child
Just days after Christmas in 2022, Stacey and Joe announced the amazing news that they are expecting their third child together! Stacey shared a cute video of the moment she told Joe she was pregnant, with the couple over the moon!
Just weeks later, Stacey announced she was expecting a baby girl!
February 2023: Stacey and Joe welcome baby Belle
Just two months after revealing she was pregnant, Stacey gave birth to a beautiful baby girl called Belle in February at home in Pickle Cottage. The new arrival was Stacey and Joe's third child together.
July 2023: Stacey and Joe celebrate their first wedding anniversary
On 24th July 2023, Stacey shared footage of Joe's adorable wedding vows as the couple celebrated their one-year anniversary.
Joe says in the emotional video: "Stacey, you are the love of my life. You're my soul mate, I promise to love you, to protect you, to look after you and our family and I'll never let you down. I will always have your back, even when you're wrong. I adore you. I did from the very moment I met you seven years ago in Australia, and here we are now with our kids and our family and loved ones.
"I can't believe how lucky I am to have you, I hope you feel the same about me. I love you so much Stacey."
April 2025: Stacey and Joe land their own reality series
Stacey and Joe signed a deal with the BBC for their very own fly-on-the-wall reality series called Stacey & Joe. Kicking off on 1st April, new episodes aired every Tuesday night on BBC One. The BBC say of the series: 'Say hello to Stacey & Joe, the brand-new fly-on-the-wall reality series following one of the UK's most loved families. Stacey and Joe will open the doors to Pickle Cottage, welcoming us into their busy life with five kids, four ducks and two dogs! This is one series you won't want to miss.'
Following the final episode in series one, BBC bosses announced the show had been renewed for a second series. Stacey and Joe said of the news: "The biggest thank you to every single person who watched the first series of Stacey & Joe... We've been so grateful for all the lovely messages and we're so excited to bring out another series with the BBC."
All episodes are now available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Over the last few months, Stacey has been keeping her fans up to date with her wedding prep. As well as showing off her incredible wedding front door, the Loose Women star delighted fans by revealing her hair transformation.
Just days before the wedding, the mum-of-four wrote: '👰♀️ Wedding Hair Done 👰♀️ It feels so so lovely to be blonde again 🥲 For some reason I just wanted to be back to me and my (not so natural but natural 😂) for our special day. As much as I love changing to fun bright colours I didn’t want anything crazy for the wedding and just want to feel as me as possible 😂 I love it so much. It was a process but it was sooo WORTH IT 😉 Happy Friyay everyone. Not long to go 🥹'. (sic)
Stacey then confirmed to her followers that although her wedding would be taking place at her home, the ceremony would not be 'legal' until they register their marriage at an official venue.
She said: 'To get married anywhere legally, the place has to have a 'civil ceremony' licence. One of the requirements for this licence is that the premises must be made 'readily available' for ceremonies...
'As this is our private family home and we need it to remain that way we couldn't go for that option. So we are having a relaxed family blessing in front of our closest family and friends and a ceremony of our love to each other and we will register our marriage legally after'. (sic)
Despite first meeting each other way back in 2010, when Stacey won I'm A Celebrity, it wasn't until 2016 that the pair first started dating.
After moving in together in 2018, Stacey, who was already a mum-of-two to her sons Leighton and Zachary, announced she was expecting her first child with Joe in 2019, welcoming baby Rex in May 2019.
The couple got engaged on Christmas Eve in 2020, when Joe popped the question during a family walk, before announcing in June 2021 that they were expecting their second baby together.
Following the arrival of Rose in October 2021, Stacey and Joe made a decision to postpone their nuptials until July this year.
Congratulations to Stacey and Joe! ❤️
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