Conor Kennedy and Giulia Be Host Lavish Three-Day Rio Wedding Amid Political Tensions
Conor Kennedy, son of U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Brazilian pop star Giulia Be held a three-day wedding celebration in Rio de Janeiro starting October 8. The festivities included a blessing at Christ the Redeemer, a ceremony at the historic Antiga Sé church, and a reception at a mansion in Jardim Botânico. The couple had previously married in a civil ceremony in Los Angeles in March. RFK Jr. and his wife Cheryl Hines attended the event, which took place amid rising political tensions surrounding Brazil's upcoming presidential election.
Key points
- The wedding celebration spanned three days, beginning with a welcome party in Alto da Boa Vista and including beach volleyball on Ipanema.
- A blessing was held at the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, followed by a ceremony at the Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Sé, a church dating back to 1808.
- The reception took place at Instituto Brando Barbosa in the Jardim Botânico neighborhood, near the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden.
- Giulia Be wore a Calvin Klein slip dress for the blessing, evoking the style of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, and a Harris Reed gown for the main event.
- RFK Jr. shared photos from the event on social media, including images of his wife Cheryl Hines dancing with samba dancers and the couple watching a football game.
Background
Conor Kennedy is the son of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who serves as the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services in the Trump administration. He is also the grandson of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of President John F. Kennedy. The wedding took place amid rising political tensions in Brazil ahead of its presidential election, with high-profile political and cultural figures attending the event.
How outlets are covering it
Fox News and Page Six both reported on the wedding, emphasizing the cultural significance of the venues and the family's involvement. Fox News highlighted the historical importance of the Antiga Sé church and the views from Christ the Redeemer, while Page Six focused on the fashion choices and social media reactions. Both outlets noted the political context but did not delve deeply into the tensions surrounding Brazil's election.
Why it matters
The wedding highlights the intersection of celebrity, politics, and international relations, as it brought together high-profile figures from the Kennedy family and Brazilian pop culture. The event also drew attention to the political tensions in Brazil, raising questions about the influence of foreign dignitaries on domestic politics.
What to watch
The couple is expected to continue their honeymoon and may make public appearances in the coming weeks. The political tensions in Brazil are likely to remain a focus as the presidential election approaches.
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