Okay folks you know Ryan Seacrest right? The guy is everywhere. American Idol host radio superstar red carpet king. Well guess what? He just added another gig to his already packed schedule: wedding officiant! And not just any wedding he married his On Air with Ryan Seacrest co-host Tanya Rad !
Tanya Rad Says "I Do" in Mexico with Ryan Seacrest Leading the Ceremony: Inside the Beachfront Fairytale
Tanya Rad from iHeartRadio officially tied the knot with her longtime love Roby Yadegar. The wedding was a total dream a romantic beachfront bash in Punta Mita Mexico. And who else but Ryan Seacrest to make it official? The whole weekend was a celebration kicking off with a Mexican fiesta on the beach and wrapping up with a chill pool party. Sounds amazing right?
Tanya and Roby told People magazine that being surrounded by their favorite people in Mexico felt like a fairytale already. Having everyone there to celebrate their love was a total blessing and a dream come true for them.
Celeb Guests and Taylor Swift Vibes: Inside Tanya Rad and Roby Yadegar's Star-Studded Wedding Guest List
Of course a celeb wedding means a celeb guest list! Tanya and Roby's wedding was no exception. There were reality TV couples galore including Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon Dean and Caelynn Bell Jojo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers and Becca Tilley and Hayley Kiyoko. Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles stars Josh and Heather Altman were also there.
Beyond the couples Tanya's Scrubbing In podcast co-host Sisanie Villaclara was there along with club owner John Terzian producer Raquelle Stevens and entrepreneur Patty Rodriguez. And get this actress and singer Sofia Carson wasn't just a guest she was a bridesmaid! Plus she sang a special version of Taylor Swift's "Invisible String" for Tanya and Roby's first dance changing up the lyrics to fit their love story. Talk about a personal touch!
Ryan Seacrest as Officiant: Why It Was "Meaningful" and "Full Circle" for Tanya and Roby
For Tanya and Roby having Ryan officiate was super meaningful. Tanya said Ryan has been such an important person in her life and career. She even lived out her "single season of life" on the morning show with him so it felt very full circle to have him marry her to Roby. She sees Ryan as a big brother and he and Roby have become close over the years too. They were so honored that he was excited to do it.
During the ceremony a string trio played songs that were special to Tanya and Roby. Tanya's dad walked her down the aisle as Taylor Swift's "Invisible String" played the original version this time. She wore a stunning Vivienne Westwood "Rhea" gown and later changed into a shorter Vivienne Westwood mini dress for the reception. Roby designed their wedding logo and even made Tanya's "Something Blue" a patch with the note he wrote when he asked her to be his girlfriend sewn into her dress. Even their dog Sunny's leash and bow matched Tanya's dresses. So cute!
Ryan Seacrest's Take on Wedding Officiating: Sweet Stories and a Little Self-Deprecating Humor
Ryan shared his experience officiating on his radio show. He joked that he sounded like he was in a tunnel in the wedding clip but explained it was windy at the outdoor ceremony. Tanya raved about how amazing he did saying he exceeded all expectations and made her feel like she was on cloud nine. Sisanie agreed saying everyone was crying even Ryan himself admitted to getting emotional.
Ryan said he actually had the best time officiating even though he had never done it before. He just told Tanya and Roby to "roll with it." He told their story during the ceremony and praised Tanya to Roby. Sisanie joked that even if he had messed up the words it still would have been the most beautiful wedding. It sounds like Ryan nailed it as a wedding officiant!
From Dating App to "Invisible String": Tanya and Roby's Love Story and Future Plans
Tanya and Roby's love story started like many modern romances on the dating app Hinge back in November 2019. They hit it off right away on their first date and got engaged in September 2023 after a Jonas Brothers concert. Tanya even sees their meeting spot a courtyard as their "invisible string" location where she used to pray for her future husband while Roby walked by daily to his office without them realizing it at the time.
Now they are married and excited for life's adventures together. Tanya is now a stepmom to Roby's two sons and they are hoping to expand their family further in the future. Roby gushes about Tanya being the "most unique and remarkable woman" he knows and he can't wait to build their life and dreams together. It sounds like happily ever after for Tanya and Roby!
Wedding Highlights: Tanya Rad and Roby Yadegar's Mexico Nuptials
- Couple: Tanya Rad and Roby Yadegar
- Wedding Date: March 15 2025
- Location: Susurros del Corazón Punta Mita Mexico
- Officiant: Ryan Seacrest
- Bridesmaid & Performer: Sofia Carson (sang "Invisible String")
- Tanya's Dresses: Vivienne Westwood (ceremony & reception)
- Groom's Attire: Custom LABEL and Gladson Ltd. suits
- Notable Guests: Ashley Iaconetti Jared Haibon Dean and Caelynn Bell Jojo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers Becca Tilley and Hayley Kiyoko Josh and Heather Altman Sisanie Villaclara
- Wedding Planner: Marjorie Lashmet 329 Events
Ryan Seacrest: Radio Host TV Star and Now Wedding Expert?
So Ryan Seacrest can add "wedding officiant" to his long list of talents! He proved he can not only host American Idol and his radio show but also deliver a heartfelt and memorable wedding ceremony for his friends. It sounds like it was a beautiful and emotional event all around and congrats to Tanya and Roby! And maybe Ryan has found a new side hustle? Wedding officiant Ryan Seacrest has a nice ring to it don't you think?