Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt's extravagant wedding in 2000 remains one of Hollywood's most talked-about events. While much is known about their eventual split, the wedding itself was a grand spectacle. Held in Malibu, the couple spared no expense to create a perfect evening. Here is a detailed look at the night that cost approximately USD 1 million.
How Much Did Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt Spend on Their Wedding?
According to a report by Brides magazine, the 'Friends' actress and the 'Meet Joe Black' actor spent around USD 1 million on their Malibu wedding in July 2000. The budget covered high-end dishes, entertainment, decor, and security.
What Was Available at the Wedding?
The star couple provided their guests with a lobster dinner and a 40-person gospel choir performance. About 200 guests attended, with unlimited champagne flowing throughout the night. Attendees also enjoyed a Melissa Etheridge concert and a fireworks display to cap off the evening.
Brad Pitt's Zen Garden
To ensure perfection, Brad Pitt went to great lengths to gather approximately 50,000 flowers to recreate a zen garden. This aspect alone cost the couple USD 75,000.
Guest List
The attendance list was newsworthy, including celebrities such as Michael Rapaport, Edward Norton, Salma Hayek, Cameron Diaz, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, and Matthew Perry. Marie Claire reported that Matt LeBlanc, Aniston's 'Friends' co-star, was unable to attend due to a conflicting shoot schedule.
Security Costs
Given the high-profile nature of the couple and their guests, Aniston and Pitt allocated around USD 100,000 of the total budget to security for the night.
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were together for nearly five years before separating in 2005.
