In brief
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made history by becoming the first sitting Australian leader to marry while in office. The wedding, attended by close family and friends in Canberra, featured Albanese's dog as the ring bearer and a playlist filled with romantic classics. The couple plans to honeymoon in Australia as they step into this new chapter together.
In a momentous occasion for Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has tied the knot with his partner Jodie Haydon, becoming the first leader of the nation to marry while in office. The ceremony took place in Canberra on a Saturday afternoon, just after the parliamentary year concluded.
In his announcement, Albanese expressed their 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 had previously gotten engaged on Valentine's Day of last year, with both the proposal and the reception held at The Lodge, the Prime Minister's official residence.
Details of their wedding festivities were closely guarded for security reasons. Attendees included Haydon's parents and Albanese's son from a previous marriage, with the couple’s dog, Toto, serving as the ring bearer. The couple's recessional down the aisle was set to Stevie Wonder’s classic Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours).
Albanese also shared heartwarming footage on social media showcasing the joyful ceremony, which featured several cabinet ministers. The wedding reception was marked by their first dance to Frank Sinatra's The Way You Look Tonight and custom-made beer cans celebrating their union.
The couple is scheduled to enjoy their honeymoon in Australia from the coming Monday through Friday, following a scaled-back plan after Albanese's recent re-election. Having first met in 2020, this union marks a significant milestone in their lives together, reflective of both personal bond and public commitment.
