Faye Brookes was a beaming bride when she married partner Iwan Lewis in a picturesque church ceremony in the Cotswolds on Wednesday.
The former Coronation Street star, 35, said “yes” after a tumultuous 10-month romance with her theater boss partner.
The actress announced her engagement in January after dating just four months to Iwan, whom she met while starring in the stage production of Legally Blonde.
Leaving the church hand in hand with her boyfriend, she couldn’t stop smiling as she wowed in her fairytale lace wedding dress.
The couple shared a sweet kiss as they were surrounded by their family and friends before being driven to the reception in a classic wedding car driven by Iwan.
Happiness: Faye Brookes was a beaming bride after marrying partner Iwan Lewis in a picturesque church ceremony in the Cotswolds on Wednesday
Married: The former Coronation Street star, 35, said ‘yes’ after a tumultuous 10-month romance with her theater boss partner
Together: The actress announced her engagement in January after dating just four months to Ivan, who she met while starring in the stage production of Legally Blonde
Faye’s dress featured an intricate, lace and beaded semi-sheer bodice before cinching her waist and ending in a dramatic skirt.
She wore pearl earrings and a long train in her slicked-back brunette hair.
Faye carried a beautiful bouquet of daisies and gypsophila, while the outside of the church was adorned with stunning roses.
Meanwhile, Ivan looked incredibly chic in a black suit and white shirt, and had matching flowers in his top pocket.
Her friends and family were there to support her and looked delighted as they took photos of the couple leaving the church.
A swanky reception ensues with friends and family and the sunny weather makes it the perfect day.
A source told The Sun on Wednesday: “They are tying the knot in the Cotswolds today. It’s a traditional church ceremony, then a grand reception at a posh venue nearby – and then they’ll stay at a spa.”
Faye has kept her followers updated on every step while taking to her Instagram to announce details for the big day.
Tying the knot: Leaving the church hand in hand with her boyfriend, she couldn’t stop smiling as she wowed in her fairytale lace wedding dress
Beauty: Faye’s gown featured an intricate semi-sheer corset embellished with lace and beads before cinching her waist and ending in a dramatic skirt
Confetti: The couple shared a sweet hickey as they were surrounded by their family and friends before being driven to the reception in a classic wedding car driven by Iwan
Delighted: Her friends and family were there to support her and looked delighted as they snapped photos of the couple leaving the church
Celebrations: This is followed by a celebratory reception with friends and family and the sunny weather makes the day perfect
Big day: A source told The Sun on Wednesday: ‘They are tying the knot in the Cotswolds today.’ It’s a traditional church wedding, then a grand reception at a posh venue nearby – and then they stay in one Spa.
Excited: The star took a break from social media for the big day and posted a sweet quote from Emily Bronte on her Instagram account on Tuesday night
For the big day, the star took a break from social media and posted a sweet quote from Emily Bronte on her Instagram account on Tuesday night.
It read, “He’s more myself than I am.” Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.”
After just four months of dating, Ivan knelt down to pop the question and it seems the pair wasted no time in saying “yes.”
A source told The Sun: “Faye has been very busy with Strictly Ballroom for the last few months but is secretly planning her big day behind the scenes.”
“She finished her appearance on the show last month and all forces are in full swing to make her dream wedding come true in just a few weeks.”
“Faye and Iwan have chosen a stunning venue in the Cotswolds not far from where they now live.
“It will be a very low key and very intimate affair – only loved ones will be present.”
“It won’t be a big glitzy celebrity event, instead there will be friends from drama school and Faye’s oldest friends.”
Faye announced in February that she had found a wedding dress at a luxury bridal boutique in Leamington Spa after getting engaged three weeks earlier.
In a video shared on Instagram, Faye walked with her back to the camera in a stunning strapless dress.
The couple co-starred in a 2011-2012 production of Naturally Blonde and have been friends ever since.
Yay! Faye announced in February that she had found a wedding dress at a luxury bridal boutique in Leamington Spa after getting engaged three weeks earlier
Taste: In a video shared on Instagram, Faye walked with her back to the camera in a stunning strapless dress
Let’s go! A swanky reception ensues with friends and family and the sunny weather makes it the perfect day
Perfect: Faye’s dress featured an intricate semi-sheer bodice embellished with lace and beads, before cinching her waist and morphing into a dramatic skirt
Summer: Faye carried a beautiful bouquet of daisies and gypsophila, while the outside of the church was adorned with stunning roses
Love: After just four months of dating, Ivan knelt down to ask the question and it seems the couple wasted no time in saying yes.
Planned: The couple starred together in a production of Blond from 2011 to 2012 and have been friends ever since
Busy: A source told The Sun: “Faye has been very busy with Strictly Ballroom for the past few months but is secretly planning her big day behind the scenes.”
Ready to tell the world: They officially took to Instagram in December 2022 when Faye shared a photo of the couple silhouetted against the window as they wrapped their arms around each other for a hot kiss
Ex-partner: Faye previously dated personal trainer Joe Davis, however the pair split in July 2022 after a three-year relationship
Before: The ‘Dancing On Ice’ star previously dated singer Gareth Gates for seven years
End: The former couple got engaged in January 2019 but called off the wedding and split in August of the same year
Bliss: They couldn’t have looked happier as they beamed after leaving the church ceremony
Hickey: They had a sweet kiss as they left the church
Beautiful: She said she was “the happiest she’s ever been” after her “soulmate” Ivan popped the question
Planned: Faye told OK! Magazine: “We’ve already booked the church, the property with the marquee, we’ve booked bands, we’ve booked string quartets.”
Looking good: Her bridesmaids wore a light blue dress and the flower girls had white roses in their hair
Support: Several fans of the soap star commented on the post, saying Iwan was “lucky to be dating her” after they were officially announced
The man: Ivan is a Welsh theater and film actor. He is best known for playing Emmett on the UK tour of the stage version of Legally Blonde
The past: Last August, Faye took to social media to reveal that she and former boyfriend Joe had decided to end their relationship after three years together
Moving on: Faye, who is best known for her role as Kate Connor on the ITV soap opera, confirmed the news on Twitter, telling fans they had split “very sadly”.
Sad: In a post to her 85,000 followers on the app, she wrote, “I just wanted to say that after almost three years, Joe and I have decided to go our separate ways.”
She added, “We had the most wonderful time and our mutual respect, admiration and friendship is stronger than ever.”
Change: The news came after Faye revealed her and Joe’s plans to get married and have children in February 2021 when she declared during her appearance on Dancing On Ice that he was the “best cheerleader”.
Big moment: After the ceremony, she was joined by one of her bridesmaids, who had matching flowers
In high spirits: The couple looked delighted as they beamed at the videographer outside the church
Perfect: The bridesmaids wore the same blue dress
Let’s go! They then jumped into a waiting vintage car to be taken to the wedding reception
Venue: The church was adorned with lots of white roses making it look perfect for the big day
Smile Away: They were in a state of bliss as they drove away from the church
Just Married! They had a traditional church ceremony
In love: They looked every bit a happily married couple
The look of love: She looked lovingly into his eyes after the wedding
They officially rose to fame on Instagram in December 2022 when Faye shared a photo of the couple silhouetted outside the window as they wrapped their arms around each other for a hot kiss.
Faye previously dated personal trainer Joe Davis, but the two split in July 2022 after a three-year relationship.
The “Dancing On Ice” star previously dated singer Gareth Gates for seven years.
The former couple got engaged in January 2019 but canceled and split in August of the same year.