Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil Jones and Love Island star Chyna Mills officially married at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London on 1 July, followed by a second intimate ceremony in Florence, Italy, at Villa San Michele, a luxurious hilltop hotel with terraced gardens.
Two Ceremonies, One Dream Day
The couple exchanged vows in Florence during a private event featuring a red velvet-draped stage, a red velvet aisle, and hundreds of crimson roses. Chyna, 27, shared images on Instagram captioned “Mr & Mrs Jones,” showcasing her elegant white gown and the spectacular Italian garden setting.
“A year and a half of planning our elopement and somehow it was even more perfect than we imagined,” Chyna said. “Just us, our little girl and the most beautiful day of our lives.”
Family Absence Amid Fallout
Neil’s family did not attend either ceremony due to a bitter fallout last year, when family members missed Havana’s baptism. Chyna accused her mother-in-law, Helen, of “racism, bullying and constant disrespect.” The London ceremony was intentionally intimate, with Chyna voicing concerns that some might be offended if not invited. Describing the lead-up as “stressful,” she added, “It’s probably going to cause a lot of drama over the fact that not many people are going to be invited.”
Daughter Havana Plays Key Role
The couple’s daughter, Havana, acted as flower girl at the Italian wedding. Neil had previously said they wanted her to be old enough to participate. The couple got engaged in Bali 18 months ago, allowing time to plan the celebrations.
Celebrity Congratulations
Famous friends offered warm wishes. Strictly dancer Carlos Gu said he was “utterly bewitched” by the wedding images. Former Strictly pro Oti Mabuse called Chyna “the most beautiful bride.” Veteran broadcaster Angela Rippon wrote, “Your pictures of this special day just keep getting better. What beautiful memories for you.”
Honeymoon in Mexico
After the Italian nuptials, the couple honeymooned in Tulum, Mexico, enjoying outdoor swims, a pottery class, and poolside cocktails.
