Paris Hilton; Demi Lovato and Jordan "Jutes" Lutes at their May 25 wedding.
In the sun kissed locale of Santa Barbara, California, on a memorable Sunday, May 25, Demi Lovato and Jordan “Jutes” Lutes celebrated their marriage in grand style. The star studded affair saw a sensational musical guest take the helm, none other than Paris Hilton. Known for her iconic status and DJ prowess, Paris turned the evening into an unforgettable dance fest. Lovato shared her feelings with Vogue, saying, “Paris literally shook the dance floor with her DJ skills. And I mean the entire floor moved with her beats.” Such praise indicates not just movement, but a tangible wave of energy emanating from Hilton’s infectious sounds.
The festivities were not solely about Paris’ dynamic presence. The newlyweds had another special musical surprise up their sleeves. They invited John Rzeznik, the legendary Goo Goo Dolls frontman, for a live rendition of “Iris,” serenading the couple during their romantic first dance. Lovato described the performance as surreal, explaining that it was a pinch us moment, since the song holds profound meaning to them both.
Captured memories from the event, posted on Instagram, depict Lovato dazzling in a custom Vivienne Westwood gown, while Hilton glowed beside her in an ethereal, draped pink dress. This beautiful scene took place at the Bellosguardo Estate, where the wedding was graced with sweeping oceanfront views. It truly was pure magic, as one source described it to PEOPLE. The source noted that Demi looked stunning, her emotion evident during poignant moments throughout the ceremony.
The intimate marriage service, led by their friend Dave Osokow, was a heartfelt affair full of love and shared laughter. Lovato revealed an amusing touch. The decision about who would recite their vows first was settled by a spontaneous round of Rock, Paper, Scissors. Jordan won the tie break and Lovato recounted, “I went first,” laughingly telling Vogue.
For Lovato, the day was a beautiful crescendo of life experiences leading to this momentous occasion. “I just felt loved,” she expressed, reflecting on the emotional day. “All that life has brought me to this moment, and it was more than worth it. It was so special being able to marry my best friend, my soulmate, and the love of my life,” she shared with deep sentiment.
Ahead of their nuptials, Lovato and Lutes, who had announced their engagement on December 16, 2023, openly expressed their deep connection on social media. In an interview last September, Lovato passionately described Lutes as meaning everything to her, remarking, “I’ve waited my whole life for him. It’s very grounding to have a partner that is so supportive, so loving, so caring.”
Lutes echoed her sentiments, insisting to PEOPLE that they were savoring the engagement phase with deliberate care and enjoyment. “We’re not trying to skip engagement to get right to wedding. We’re just basking in it and soaking it up,” he noted. Confidently, he foresaw, “We’ll be married forever.”
Their love story, which began as a professional collaboration on Lovato’s 2022 album Holy Fvck, blossomed into something deeper over time. Lutes reflected on the natural authenticity of their relationship, stating, “I was very surprised with how comfortable and close I felt to her very quickly.” The friendship blossomed effortlessly into love, a journey they’ve cherished every step of the way. “It was very easy, and it was nice,” he concluded, savoring the companionship and understanding that has flourished between them.