Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 14, 2025 · Entertainment

Sting's Heartwarming Sicilian Wedding: Family Performances and Emotional Vows

Rock legend Sting's daughter Fuchsia Kate Sumner married her long-time partner Max Wright in a glamorous three-day celebration in the Sicilian town of Noto at the weekend

STING'S DAUGHTER TIES THE KNOT IN ITALIAN FAIRYTALE WEDDING

TheScholarlyNote.com has exclusively learned that Fuchsia Kate Sumner, daughter of rock legend Sting, married her long-time partner Max Wright in a three-day extravaganza in the picturesque Sicilian town of Noto. The festivities were nothing short of breathtaking, with even the dashing groom's wardrobe getting a last-minute makeover!

Kate, a 43-year-old actress and director, exchanged vows with creative director Max Wright, surrounded by family, close friends, and a sea of crimson and ivory flowers. But before we get to the nitty-gritty details, let's set the scene: Noto, a town steeped in Baroque architecture, served as the perfect backdrop for this fairytale wedding.

The festivities included a speech from the famous father of the bride that brought guests to tears - and a narrowly avoided wardrobe disaster on the day of the ceremony; pictured L-R Sting and the mayor

A TASTE OF LA VITA ITALIANA

The celebration kicked off on Friday with a street party that would put any Italian festival to shame. Guests feasted on freshly baked bread, aperitivo, and local delicacies while being serenaded by an Italian marching band. The evening was capped off with a special performance of "Una Serenata!" at the Teatro Comunale Tina di Lorenzo, showcasing the town's rich cultural heritage.

WEDDING BELLS RING OUT

The 43-year-old actress and director, who goes by 'Kate', tied the knot with Max, a creative director in the arts and tech space, in front of family and close friends

The main event took place on Saturday, but not before Max Wright faced a near-crisis when he realized his £720 beige Prada shoes were missing white shoelaces. Cue American fashion stylist Erica Cloud, who improvised by threading the string from a shoe bag through his shoes. Talk about quick thinking!

Kate stunned in a breathtaking white lace mermaid gown by Maison Valentino, while Max opted for a dashing terracotta shirt and trousers. The ceremony took place against a stunning floral backdrop, with Kate's initials embroidered on her off-the-shoulder tulle gown.

SMOKE FLARES AND FIRST KISSES

Sting gave a speech in front of the guests

As the newlyweds exchanged their vows, green and pink smoke flares shot up into the sky, marking the start of their new life together. The beaming couple then took a romantic stroll through the city with their one-year-old son in tow.

STING'S HEARTFELT SPEECH

But the real showstopper was Sting's tear-jerking speech at the reception. The music icon regaled guests with hilarious anecdotes and heartfelt words about his daughter finding true love. We're told Kate was visibly emotional as her father described how happy he was to see her settled with "a lovely chap" like Max.

The bonanza kicked off last Friday in Noto with celebrations unfolding at some of the city¿s most iconic venues

SISTERLY LOVE AND HUSBAND-TO-BE'S HILARIOUS MOMENT

Kate's sister, Mickey Sumner (maid of honor), also stole the show with her heartfelt speech, describing Kate as "the most beautiful bride." Meanwhile, brother Eliot, who's non-binary and openly identified as such on social media, started dating his girlfriend Mollie Davis last year.

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

Kate has described it as 'the most fun three days of our lives'

The reception was a night to remember, with guests dancing late into the evening to Stevie Wonder classics and disco hits. The dinner, held at Dimora delle Balze, featured pasta, ciabatta, fresh fish, lobster, and veggies, all served candlelit banquet tables. Who wouldn't want to be part of this fairytale wedding?

A SPECIAL BLESSING

On the final day, Noto Mayor Corrado Figura blessed the festivities, meeting Sting on his arrival in the historic center. The mayor presented Sting with a book dedicated to Noto, calling it "a small gift" for sharing this special moment with the city.

Kate beamed for stunning photos in her wedding dress

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HAPPY COUPLE!

As Kate and Max begin their new life together, we can't help but feel grateful for the opportunity to share in their joy. TheScholarlyNote.com wishes them a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure.

On day three brought the main event where the happy couple celebrated with fireworks

The wedding party enjoyed a picturesque floral and candle lit dinner in the grounds of the historic building

Kate stunned in her off the shoulder white wedding dress

The wedding was picturesque but not without a near wardrobe disaster as one of Max's outfits the only shoelaces he had for his £720 beige Prada shoes were black

Kate beamed for a mirror selfie as she got ready for her special day

Following the ceremony, colour bomb fireworks flew into the sky

Guests captured the incredible table settings

Guests dined on pasta, ciabatta, fresh fish, lobster and vegetables and toasted the couple underneath elegant fairy lights

Day three saw guests enjoy a final day of celebration, starting with 'a master blaster BBQ' to help cure hangovers from the night before. It featured a multi-layered barbeque station with chicken, fresh fruit and vegetables

Charlotte Colbert shared a snap partying at the bash with DJ Mia Moretti