Glitz and Glamour: Hollywood A-Listers Party at Crypto Billionaire’s Riviera Wedding
SHOCKING CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS AND ROMANTIC RUMORS ROCK THE FRENCH RIVIERA
It was a weekend of opulence and romance in the picturesque town of Antibes, France, where cryptocurrency billionaire Brad Garlinghouse's fairytale wedding sent shockwaves throughout Tinseltown. The 54-year-old Ripple Labs CEO, worth an estimated $10 billion, tied the knot with his stunning dietitian bride Tara Milsti at the iconic Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on Saturday, surrounded by A-listers and a slew of jaw-dropping surprises.
Among the lucky guests who made it onto the exclusive guest list were Hollywood stars Nina Dobrev, Zac Efron, Miles Teller, and Chace Crawford. But what really got tongues wagging was the rumored romance brewing between Nina and Zac. Insiders claim the longtime friends are simply enjoying each other's company after both recently going through breakups – but we can't help but wonder if there might be something more brewing beneath the surface.
Nina, 36, has been making headlines for her recent split from Olympic snowboarder Shaun White, while Zac, 34, parted ways with Australian model Vanessa Valladares in 2021. But sources close to the pair insist they're just "hanging out" and "having fun," with no intention of rekindling a romance anytime soon.
As for Brad and his bride Tara, it's clear they spared no expense on their special day. The ceremony took place on the hotel's famous cliffs, with the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea serving as a stunning backdrop. Over 150 years of A-list history adorn the walls of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, including Elizabeth Taylor, Madonna, and the Kardashians – all of whom have returned for more than just a drink at the bar.
Sofia Richie held her nuptials there in 2023 with a reported cost of $4 million, but it seems Brad didn't bat an eyelash when it came to splurging on his own big day. Guests lined up along a sprawling white carpeted al fresco aisle as 14 musicians accompanied the wedding party's arrival.
The breathtaking decorations featured thousands of white roses and hydrangeas that adorned both the ceremony space and the vast reception hall, complete with a chandelier-lit dance floor and a lush greenery-draped ceiling. And let's not forget the pièce de résistance – Chris Martin from Coldplay crooning his band's hit "Yellow" for the couple's first dance.
As for what the guests wore, Keleigh Teller's stunning pink strapless gown was the epitome of elegance, while her friend Nina Dobrev coordinated in a bright pink number that perfectly matched the vibrant hues of the Mediterranean sunset. Meanwhile, the male guests donned classic tuxes, and it seems they all managed to resist the urge to upstage the happy couple.
But what really got everyone talking was the pre-wedding bash – aka "The White Party" – where the celeb crowd showed off their matching looks in a sea of white. We're still trying to figure out who came up with this genius idea, but one thing's for sure: Brad and Tara will never forget their wedding weekend.
Speaking of which, we hear the couple celebrated their engagement earlier this year at New York private member's club ZZ's – complete with all the trimmings, of course. But what really caught our attention was a certain someone who couldn't seem to take his eyes off the happy bride-to-be... More on that in just a moment.
So, did we mention that Brad made his fortune through his financial technology company, which specializes in blockchain and cryptocurrency solutions? Yeah, he's basically a modern-day kingpin. And with an estimated net worth of $10 billion, it's clear he's got the bankroll to match his level of success.
But what really has everyone buzzing is the rumor that Brad's wedding might not be just about love – but also business. Sources close to the couple claim they're planning a luxurious post-wedding getaway on one of their super-yachts, complete with all the works (and by "the works," we mean champagne showers and caviar galore).
And speaking of yachts, it seems Nina Dobrev and Zac Efron were spotted enjoying some quality time together off the coast of Sardinia just days before the wedding. Insiders claim they're simply "friends" who are helping each other cope with recent breakups – but we can't help but wonder if there might be something more brewing beneath the surface.
After all, as any Hollywood insider will tell you, timing is everything when it comes to romance. And what better way to spark a new connection than on a picturesque yacht, surrounded by turquoise waters and sun-kissed cliffs?
But don't just take our word for it – we spoke exclusively with TheScholarlyNote.com's top source close to the couple, who spilled all the juicy details: "Zac and Nina might be hanging out on a yacht, having fun, getting along but they aren't dating, they aren't looking to get together, so the rumors of something more just don't currently exist."
Or do they?
