Jon Bon Jovi recently made headlines by joining his son Jake Bongiovi and daughter-in-law Millie Bobby Brown on their honeymoon in Sardinia, Italy. The 62-year-old rock legend was seen enjoying the sun shirtless on a lounge chair, while his wife, Dorothea Hurley, relaxed beside him under an umbrella.
The “Livin’ On A Prayer” singer sported navy swim trunks, a black baseball cap, and sunglasses. Hurley opted for a white cover-up and a beige wide-brimmed straw hat. The newlyweds, Jake and Millie, were also spotted soaking up the sun on their own wooden lounge chairs. Millie, the “Stranger Things” star, wore a light blue one-piece swimsuit with a front cutout, later covering up with an oversized yellow button-down shirt for a stroll with her husband. Jake, 22, donned white swim trunks and a matching polo shirt.
The couple secretly tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in May and are reportedly planning a larger celebration for family and friends in Italy later this year. Although Millie never verbally confirmed the wedding, she hinted at her new marital status during a visit to Universal Orlando Resort earlier this month. She wore short jean shorts with “wifey” emblazoned across them, a matching bracelet, and a trucker hat that read “wife of the party.”
Jon Bon Jovi expressed his happiness about the nuptials, describing it as a “very small, family wedding” where the bride looked gorgeous and Jake was as happy as could be. He also shared his approval of all his children’s significant others, stating, “I think that all of my kids have found the people that they think they can grow together with, and we like ’em all.”
The rocker defended the couple’s engagement in 2023, which raised eyebrows due to Millie’s young age of 19 at the time. “I don’t know if age matters,” he said. “If you find the right partner and you grow together, I think that would be my advice, really, is growing together is wise.”
Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley, who were high school sweethearts, eloped in Las Vegas in 1989 and share four children: Stephanie, 29, Jesse, 29, Jake, 22, and Romeo, 19. Jesse also got married in May to his longtime girlfriend, Jesse Light.
Millie and Jake first sparked dating rumors in June 2021 and went Instagram official in November of that year. Jake proposed to Millie in April 2023, and the couple has been inseparable since.
The family seemed to be in good spirits during their Sardinian getaway, lounging poolside before sitting down for a meal together. Jon Bon Jovi’s presence on the honeymoon might seem unconventional, but it highlights the close-knit nature of the Bongiovi family.
Jon Bon Jovi’s support for his son’s relationship with Millie Bobby Brown has been unwavering. He has praised Millie’s work ethic and expressed confidence in the couple’s future together. “I’ve gotten to know her in the last year, she works really hard, and she and Jake will grow together in their own way,” he told The Times of London in April. “It is an accelerated version of what I went through 40 years ago, and I think, with the support of family around them, they’re gonna be great together.”
The musician’s comments reflect his own experience of marrying young and growing together with his wife, Dorothea. Their enduring relationship serves as a testament to the power of love and mutual growth.
As the newlyweds continue to enjoy their honeymoon, fans and well-wishers eagerly await the larger celebration planned for later this year. The couple’s journey from dating rumors to a secret wedding has captivated many, and their love story continues to inspire.
In the meantime, Jon Bon Jovi’s presence on the honeymoon adds a unique twist to the couple’s romantic getaway. His support and involvement in his children’s lives demonstrate the importance of family bonds and the joy of shared experiences.
As the Bongiovi family enjoys their time in Sardinia, the world watches with admiration and excitement for what the future holds for Jake and Millie. Their love story, blessed by the support of their families, promises to be a beautiful journey of growth and happiness.
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