April 30, 1988

Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson

You might say that Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson were destined to be together.  The two actors first met in 1981 on the set of the TV sitcom “Bosom Buddies.” Then four years later, they met again as co-stars of the film “Volunteers.”  Three years later they were married.

Today, as they celebrate their 22th wedding anniversary, Hanks and Wilson are considered one of Hollywood’s great couples. They give marriage a good name. Besides film development and production, the two have taken on many political, social and charitable causes. They support many environmental issues, such as alternative fuel, and actively support same-sex marriage.

Hanks and Wilson have two sons, Chester (Chet) and Truman. Hanks also has two children, Colin and Elizabeth, from a previous marriage. We tip our fanciest hats to Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks!

April 29, 1989
Jon Bon Jovi & Dorothea Hurley

In 1989, Jon Bon Jovi was the lead singer in one of the biggest rock ‘n’ roll bands in the world. While on tour in Los Angeles, Jon and his high school sweetheart, Dorothea Hurley, took a secret trip to Las Vegas.

It was there, on the steps outside of the Graceland Wedding Chapel that they tied the knot. The couple wore blue jeans and leather jackets and their cab driver was their only witness.

The New Jersey natives now live in New York with their four children and are still very much in love.

In 2007, Jon expressed his love for his wife to a reporter, saying, “I wouldn’t trade her in for anything… She is just a very strong woman.”

We at PROPOSAL wish them a happy anniversary and hope they keep on rocking!

April 28th 2010

Kiss Your Mate Day!

Even after much research, we were unable to determine the true origin of Kiss Your Mate Day, however, April 28th does hold significance in Rome as the day that spring flowers bloom. So keep the Spring Fever going by showing a little love today!

The top three rules to follow on Kiss Your Mate Day are:

1.) Kiss your mate.

2.) If you don’t have a mate, kiss someone who could potentially become your mate.

3.) Depending on your status, follow steps one or two & repeat.

April 27, 1979

John Candy & Rosemary Margaret Hobor

Today in wedding history, John Candy, the loveable, talented actor/comedian, married his sweetheart, Rosemary Margaret Hobor.  Together, they had two children, Jennifer and Christopher. Candy and Hobor remained together until Candy’s death in 1994 at the age of 43.

Rising to fame from his work in the improv comedy troupe, Second City, Candy is remembered for his work in many cool classics including Volunteers, Splash, Planes, Trains & Automobiles, Brewster’s Millions, The Great Outdoors, Armed and Dangerous, Who’s Harry Crumb? and Uncle Buck.

Though the world lost John Candy early he continues to be an inspiration to romantics everywhere who are influenced by his strong kind spirit and the love and passion he had for his wife and family. We’re sorry for his wife. We’re sorry for his fans.  We miss John Candy.

April 26, 1986
Maria Shriver & Arnold Schwarzenegger

A beautiful girl from one of the richest, most influential families in America falls in love with an Austrian body builder with humble roots, an unpronounceable name, and a thick accent.

The body builder, called “Arnie,” becomes an A-list actor, a savvy investor, and eventually marries the beautiful girl named Maria. They have four incredible children —two boys and two girls. They write books. They give to charities. They know everyone. And, if that isn’t amazing enough, the Austrian born body builder becomes the leader of the one of the largest, most powerful states in the country.

Yes, we’re talking about the real life fairytale known as Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger.  Both Shriver (a Democrat) and Schwarzenegger (a Republican) claim their successful union lies in their differences.  Shriver claims, “I’ve never been bored!”

So, here’s to everyone being lucky enough in finding their perfect opposite and living the American dream.  Congratulations to the Governator and his Leading Lady on their 24^th Wedding Anniversary!

April 25, 2009
Heidi Montag & Spencer Pratt

One year ago today Speidi made it official.

The two Reality TV personalities met on the hit MTV show The Hills and after much drama they became engaged in May 2007. After more drama they broke off their engagement later that year but after much reconciliation they came together in November 2008 in an “unofficial” wedding in Mexico.

For their official wedding Heidi wore a gown by Monique Lhuillier. The wedding was held at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pasadena, California. The entire event was filmed by MTV and aired on the series season 5 finale.

The reception which had 200 guests was held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Congratulations Speidi, on your one year together!

April 24, 1558
Mary Queen of Scots & Francis, the Dauphin of France

Mary Queen of Scots was born a Queen, literally. She was only six days old when her father King James V of Scotland died after the Battle of Soloway Moss on April 10, 1542.  Scotland was a treacherous, barbarous place filled with warring clans and the always-present threat of the English. Because of this, Mary’s mother, the intelligent and extremely tall French woman Marie of Guise, accepted a proposal from the French royal family. Mary would be raised in France and one day become Queen of France while her mother ruled Scotland as regent.

The young Queen was sent to France at the tender age of five and grew up with her future husband Francis and his siblings at the court of Henry II and his wife, the formidable Marie de Medici. By all accounts the weak and awkward Francis worshiped the slightly older, pre-naturally graceful and clever Mary.  Mary adored him in return. By all accounts she had a very happy childhood, surrounded by playmates and coddled by her mother’s powerful family, the Guises.

On April 24^th, 1558 the 5’11 Mary and the much shorter Francis were married at the Cathedral of Notre Dame. It was an extremely sumptuous ceremony, with a magnificent banquet and grandiose entertainments.  Mary bucked tradition by wearing a “dress as white as lilies.” White was the traditional color of mourning for Queens of France and one can only feel a tingle of foreboding in this choice, when one considers what fate had in store for the two teenagers.

A year later Henry II died and Francis and Mary were crowned King and Queen of France. Scarcely a year afterwards, in Dec. 1560, Francis himself died of an abscess on the brain. Mary chose to return to rule Scotland (her mother had died many years before) and lived a turbulent and tragic life. She was married twice more and had one son, the future King James VI of Scotland and England. After almost 20 years of imprisonment in England she was executed for plotting the death of her cousin Elizabeth I on Feb. 8, 1587.

April 23, 2008

Jason Biggs & Jenny Mollen

Today in wedding history actor Jason Biggs married the multi-talented actress Jenny Mollen.

Though the two of them met on the set of My Best Friend’s Girl, they dated for nine months before getting married at City Hall in Los Angeles, CA.

Jenny & Jason decided on a City Hall wedding in order to avoid the hassle of a large family gathering. However they did have a large family reception four months after their nuptials.

They currently reside in Los Angeles with their three dogs Mr. Teets, Harry & Gina.

Happy 2nd Anniversary from us at Proposal!

April 22, 1887
Andrew Carnegie & Louise Whitfield

The Carnegies

Today in wedding history Andrew Carnegie married his sweetheart Louise Whitfield.

They met in 1870 when Louise was just 21 years old however they did not begin to date seriously until 10 years later.

They married in New York City at a Louise’s family’s home in a private ceremony. The bride was 30 and Andrew was 51. This wealthy groom gave his new bride an interesting wedding gift: an annual income of 20,000 and a home in New York City.

The two went on to have one child, Margaret in 1897.

Throughout their life they gave to charities and when Andrew passed away in 1919 it is reported that he had given away 90% of all of his money.