*It’s been rumored the last few days, but leave it to PEOPLE to exclusively confirm that Eddie Murphy, the 63-year-old funnyman/actor, Oscar nominee, and his longtime partner Paige Butcher, the 44-year-old Australian model, are officially married. The couple exchanged vows on Tuesday, July 9, in a serene and intimate ceremony on the beautiful island of Anguilla in the Caribbean.
Murphy and Butcher, who have been engaged since September 2018, celebrated their union in front of close family and friends. Paige Butcher was a vision in a corseted gown adorned with intricate lace, designed by Mira Zwillinger. Murphy complemented his bride’s elegance in a sophisticated white Brioni suit. This wedding marks the second marriage for Murphy and is the first for Butcher.
The couple shares two children—an 8-year-old daughter, Izzy Oona, and a 5-year-old son, Max Charles—who undoubtedly played a special part in their parents’ wedding day.
The joyous news of their nuptials comes closely on the heels of their public appearance at the Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F premiere in Los Angeles on June 20. The Netflix event was a family affair, with Murphy and Butcher accompanied on the red carpet by Murphy’s daughters from his previous marriage with Nicole Murphy: Bria, 34, Shayne Audra, 29, and Bella Zahra, 22.
Murphy’s Beverly Hills Cop co-star Judge Reinhold shared his warm sentiments with PEOPLE, remarking, “He’s crazy about his kids and his family. He’s a family guy at heart. Truly is. He really is.”
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The couple’s romantic journey began in 2012, and they’ve since built a loving family together. They welcomed their first child, Izzy, on May 3, 2016, and their second, Max, on November 30, 2018, just two months after announcing their engagement.
Though Paige Butcher typically shuns the spotlight, she once shared a glimpse into their affectionate relationship on the red carpet at the 2020 Golden Globes. When asked what Eddie whispered to her, Murphy revealed , “I told her how wonderful she looks.” Butcher added with a smile, “He actually says that kind of stuff all the time. He’s very, very sweet and romantic.”
Eddie Murphy and Paige Butcher’s wedding was a beautiful celebration of their long-standing love and commitment. Surrounded by their closest loved ones, the couple took a significant step in their journey together, solidifying their bond and family. Congratulations to the newlyweds!
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