The Well-Celebrated Kennedy Wedding, 1953

John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier’s wedding was nothing short of a modern-day fairy tale, enchanting all who witnessed it in Newport, Rhode Island, on September 2, 1953. While primarily attended by close friends and family, the event captivated the nation’s attention, drawing comparisons to a royal wedding.

The presence of the media only added to the spectacle, elevating the celebration to iconic status. Their union was blessed by Pope Pius XII and officiated by Richard Cushing, the Archbishop of Boston at the time. With blessings from both church and state, their marriage marked the beginning of a captivating chapter in American history.