The wait is finally over — Eva Longoria and Tony Parker have officially tied the knot today!
The lovely “Desperate Housewives” star and NBA MVP are set to say “I do” on Saturday with their own private ceremony, but they have already made their union official today with a civil ceremony conducted by the mayor of Paris.
The beautiful bride-to-be arrived at the ceremony today in a white stretch limo, wearing a short pink Chanel dress with striped black and white straps. Parker took a more casual approach, stepping out of a gray mini van clad in a dark suit.
Eva, who was joined by about eight women wearing cream, pink and purple dresses, stopped to smile and wave for photographers as she stepped inside the city hall.
Longoria then used an office to change into a short white dress for the 45-minute ceremony, which was officiated by Paris Mayor Bertrand Delanoe.
The mayor gave a speech to about 40 guests, saying how happy he was that Parker & Longoria were married in the City of Light. Parker translated Delanoe’s speech into English for those gathered at the ceremony.
“It was very joyous, very nice,” said the mayor of Paris’ 4th District, Dominique Bertinotti. “The atmosphere was very warm and very authentic.”
But this ceremony was just the kick-off to a weekend of nuptial events. French law requires marrying couples to take their vows at a city hall, even if they are having a church wedding as well.
And that is exactly what Eva and Tony have planned. While the couple has been quiet about many of the details, they are expected to have their private ceremony tomorrow at a church used to serve French royals, before retiring to a spectacular castle in the French countryside for a lavish reception.
Access Hollywood caught up with Parker on June 26, right before his flight to France!
“Definitely I’m excited,” the eager groom said. “I can’t wait — I’m leaving tonight.”
When asked if he had any jitters, Tony said, “No, nothing.”
And why should he be nervous? He’s marrying Eva Longoria, after all!
Eva, 32, and Tony, 25, a point guard for the NBA’s San Antonio Spurs, met in November 2004 in the team’s locker room following a game, after Eva told a local news reporter that Tony was her favorite player on the team.
Fast-forward two years later, when the two will be introduced as husband and wife at Vaux-Le-Vicomte — a stunning celeb-sized 17th century castle 34 miles outside of Paris.
The enormous property is adorned with romantic sprawling gardens and a queen-sized gold crown fountain. Inside, the walls covered with priceless works of art!
“Housewives” co-star Felicity Huffman told Access that she’s heading to France for the nuptials, and other “Desperate” divas will reportedly be there too.
As for Eva’s dress, it’s rumored to be designed by Monique Lhuillier.
And what about the honeymoon — will the newlyweds stay in Paris?
“Ah, that’s a great question,” a coy Tony told Access. “I dont know…”
Look for all the details of Eva & Tony’s special day on Access Hollywood Monday!
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