Crystal Harris Weds in Paradise!

Crystal Harris, widow of Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, has remarried. The 39-year-old former centerfold wed Hawaii businessman James Ward, 42, in an intimate ceremony held on Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. This event occurred nearly nine years after Hefner's death in 2017.

Harris expressed that the Cook Islands were chosen for their remoteness and peaceful, authentic feel, highlighting the beautiful lagoon as a perfect setting for their shared love of the ocean and nature. The couple enlisted a wedding planner to coordinate a simple, elegant, and ocean-inspired ceremony, prioritizing meaningful details over a large production.

Harris described her wedding gown as reminiscent of a Disney princess dress, adorned with over 5,400 Swarovski crystals. Reflecting on her engagement, she shared on Instagram how the moment felt softer and quieter, signifying a new chapter. She previously stated that her relationship with Ward has healed her, making her feel seen, heard, and more like her authentic self.