Celebrity stylist Jan Thomas, 59, and Harlem Alexander, 39, have commenced a multi-day wedding celebration in Spain, following a private legal ceremony at Oslo City Hall earlier this spring. According to reporting by Se og Hør and Dagbladet, the couple has invited 50 guests to the Hostal de la Gavina hotel near Barcelona for a series of festivities culminating in a formal ceremony.
Why is the couple celebrating in Spain?
While the pair officially married in a small, intimate ceremony in Oslo in mid-May, they opted for a larger, destination wedding to mark the occasion with their inner circle. Harlem Alexander confirmed to Dagbladet during the Elle summer party that the celebration spans three days. The couple chose the five-star Hostal de la Gavina, which opened in 1932, as the venue for the gathering.
Jan Thomas and Harlem Alexander first met in 2020 during the production of the reality television series Jan Thomas søker drømmeprinsen. They became engaged three years later after a proposal on stage during a live podcast show at Chat Noir.
Who is attending the wedding festivities?
Several prominent figures from the Norwegian entertainment industry have arrived in Spain to participate. Vendela Kirsebom and Petter Pilgaard have shared updates via Instagram, with Kirsebom describing the location as “spectacular.” Other confirmed guests include Einar Tørnquist, David Eriksen, Louise Angelica Riise, Ingeborg Heldal, Lilli Bendriss, Håvard Tvedten, Guro Fostervold Tvedten, and Carina Scheele Carlsen, the manager for Princess Märtha Louise.
Pro Tips for Destination Wedding Planning
- Venue Selection: Historical, five-star venues like Hostal de la Gavina often require early booking due to high demand for private events.
- Logistics: Planning a multi-day event necessitates clear communication with guests regarding travel, as seen with the couple’s coordinated arrival schedule.
- Personalized Roles: Assigning long-term friends to key roles—such as the couple’s choice of Hanne Krogh as the officiant and Niklas Kokkinn-Thoresen as toastmaster—adds a personal layer to formal proceedings.
How are the ceremony roles being filled?
The couple has selected close personal associates to oversee the wedding proceedings. Jan Thomas revealed on Instagram that he and Alexander asked artist Hanne Krogh to officiate the ceremony. Additionally, Se og Hør editor-in-chief Niklas Kokkinn-Thoresen, a friend of the couple for over two decades, has been designated as the toastmaster for the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is the wedding taking place?
- The celebration is held at the five-star Hostal de la Gavina, located approximately 90 minutes outside of Barcelona, Spain.
- How long does the celebration last?
- According to Harlem Alexander, the festivities are planned over a three-day period.
- When did the couple officially marry?
- The couple held a private, intimate ceremony at Oslo City Hall in mid-May.
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