Pierce Brosnan and his wife Keely celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on August 4. The couple met on April 8 1994 at a party in Mexico and tied the knot at Ballintubber Abbey, in Pierce's native Ireland, where HELLO! covered their wedding exclusively.
The wedding reception was held at Ashford Castle Hotel in County Mayo with 120 guests. The concept, according to the bride, was A Midsummer Night's Dream meets The Secret Garden. The 13th-century Irish castle was decked with vibrant flowers and glittering candles.
Keely wore an elegant lace wedding dress complete with a Dracula-style high neck, sheer sleeves, and a scalloped edge that ran down the front. The gown was styled with pearl drop earrings, a long veil and a classic white bouquet.
© InstagramAfter the ceremony, she slipped into her second bridal look of the day. She removed the long-sleeved lace overlay to reveal a fitted strapless satin gown with a structured bodice.
Pierce and Keely welcomed two children before their wedding – Dylan was born in 1997 while Paris Beckett was born six months before their big day in 2001.
The family split their time between their tropical retreat in Hawaii and their luxurious $100 million beach house in Malibu. The couple purchased the Malibu land back in 2000 and built an almost 13,000-square-foot compound on the property. Pierce and Keely spent 10 years renovating it into their dream haven that they have dubbed 'Orchid House'. The five-bedroom, 14-bathroom home boasts 117 feet of oceanfront and features a sprawling open deck.
© GettyPierce previously shared that he is grateful for the consistent support that his wife has shown him over the years. "She's given me wings to fly and lets me, you know, gallivant around the world here making movies. But we're here and Hawaii is her home and our home," he told Fox. "You know, it's just solving one problem after the [other], whether it's the washing machine or how far the finances are going to go, or what your dreams are. But ultimately, we just enjoy each other's company enormously."
"Keely and I love each other and are blessed to have each other as companions in this life and we've created a good life for ourselves, of hard work and perseverance of life."
Pierce Brosnan and Keely's love story before marriage in pictures
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Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Smith attended the 10th Carousel of Hope Ball to Benefit Juvenile Diabetes at Beverly Hilton Hotel.
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Pierce and Keely at the Nine Months Century City Premiere at the Cineplex Odeon Century Plaza Cinemas.
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Keely looked sensational in a strapless red dress that featured a corseted bodice and a flowy skirt. The scene-stealing number was teamed with a matching suede bag and a dazzling beaded necklace that perfectly complemented Keely's pearl earrings.
Pierce donned a classic black tuxedo as he posed next to his partner.
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Keeley wore a stunning lace dress to the GoldenEye premiere in New York. The gray garment perfectly matched with Pierce's suit.
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Pierce and Keely Shay were the it-couple at the Second Annual Blockbuster Entertainment Awards located the Pantages Theatre.
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Pierce embraced Keely at the film premiere of Tomorrow Never Dies at the Odeon cinema, Leicester Square, London.
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The couple attended the "Children at Heart" Auction to Benefit Chabad's Children of Chernobyl.
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Keely Shaye looked stunning in a pink floral dress at The Thomas Crown Affair Beverly Hills Premiere.
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Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye attended the Carousel of Hope Ball to Benefit the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes on October 28, 2000 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The journalist opted for a bridal-inspired dress for the occasion.
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The couple matched in lilac outfits at the 25th Annual Women in Film Crystal Awards. Keely opted for a chic purple skirt suit.
