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Drag Race Star Weds in Magical Backyard Ceremony
11 Oct
Summary
- Drag Race's Marty Lauter married Kyle Samuel on Long Island.
- The ceremony blended vintage fashion with Broadway-inspired touches.
- Their dog, Poppy, served as the adorable ring bearer.
Broadway star Marty Lauter, known to fans as Marcia Marcia Marcia from RuPaul's Drag Race, married his longtime partner Kyle Samuel on Sunday, October 4th. The romantic ceremony took place at Lauter's parents' home on Long Island, New York, with 95 guests in attendance.
The couple meticulously planned an "elevated backyard wedding" that blended vintage-inspired fashion with personal touches. Their nine-year romance was celebrated surrounded by family, friends, and fellow performers.
Despite a stressful rain shower on the wedding day, guests embraced the unexpected weather, adding charm to the celebration. Lauter and Samuel, along with their guests, donned outfits inspired by the 1950s through the 1970s, with the grooms wearing custom Tanner Fletcher suits.
Their dog, Poppy, served as the ring bearer, a highlight for the couple. Music was also a key element, with an orchestral rendition of "It Only Takes a Moment" playing as they walked down the aisle.
Dinner was served buffet-style before the ceremony, a unique choice to encourage guests to enjoy the festivities immediately after. Catering was provided by Gino's Pizzeria, a nod to Lauter's childhood favorite.
The couple first met in 2017 while performing in "Newsies" and their shared history in musical theater heavily influenced their wedding. They described their relationship as a balance, with Samuel grounding Lauter and Lauter bringing silliness into Samuel's life.
