John Waters officiates marriage for Johnny Knoxville and Emily Ting in an intimate outdoor ceremony, as revealed in Knoxville’s heartfelt announcement on social media. The event took place with family and close friends, uniting the Jackass star and the accomplished costume designer in the presence of loved ones and their dog, Bucket, with Waters presiding over the special occasion.
An Intimate Gathering with Loved Ones
Johnny Knoxville, well known for his daring stunts and comedic legacy, shared that the couple exchanged vows in a private setting surrounded by their closest companions. The announcement included touching photographs of the couple beneath a floral arch, one featuring Ting with Bucket and another showing Waters standing alongside the new spouses. Knoxville marked the occasion with a burst of enthusiasm, declaring,
“It seems I have had a lot of news lately but there is no news bigger than this…..Today Emily and I got married and I’m the luckiest and happiest fella in the universe,”
Johnny Knoxville, Stunt Performer. He also included their beloved pet by noting,
“Bucket is pretty happy to as you can see from the pictures,”
Johnny Knoxville, Stunt Performer.
Expressing his appreciation for everyone involved, Knoxville credited John Waters for making the day even more memorable:
“It was a small ceremony with family, friends, and THE best minister ever. Thank you John Waters we love you so. Ok I’m getting off Instagram now because it’s our wedding night, but I wanted everyone to know. Love to everybody, wahoooo!!!”
Johnny Knoxville, Stunt Performer.
History of Knoxville’s Relationships and Family
This wedding marks Knoxville’s third marriage, coming after his previous unions with Melanie Lynn Clapp and Naomi Nelson. Knoxville shares a daughter, Madison, now 29, with Clapp from a marriage that began in 1995 and ended in divorce in 2009. His second marriage to Nelson led to the birth of sons Rocko and Arlo, now aged 15 and 14 respectively, before the MTV personality filed for divorce in 2022.
Collaborations Beyond the Ceremony
Before their marriage, Knoxville and Ting had already built a strong professional relationship, working together on projects such as Jackass Forever and Jackass 4.5. Ting’s career as a costume designer extends to series like I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson and Comedy Bang Bang, adding to her notable collaborations on and off screen.
A Relationship Celebrated in Public and Online
Although the exact duration of Knoxville and Ting’s relationship remains private, both have openly shared moments together on their respective social media accounts. In March, Knoxville highlighted Ting’s importance in his life by posting,
“Happy birthday to my best friend and baby from the luckiest man in the universe!! I love you much and I am eternally grateful to share this life with you,”
Johnny Knoxville, Stunt Performer. More public expressions of their bond have included appearances together at events, such as their support for Andy Richter during his participation in Dancing with the Stars, where they wore shirts representing the comedian and partner Emma Slater.
Looking Ahead After a Joyful Ceremony
The wedding, which brought together key figures in Knoxville’s life such as family, friends, and John Waters as minister, signals a new chapter for the couple. Their union, celebrated both in professional accomplishments and personal devotion, has drawn positive attention from fans and peers alike, with Knoxville sharing his happiness and gratitude openly. As the couple begins married life, those who witnessed the event—and those following their journey—look forward to seeing how their partnership continues to flourish both publicly and privately.
