A recent wedding held in Paris has become the talk of the town, labeled by some as the “wedding of the century”. The nuptials of Madelaine Brockway and Jacob LaGrone on November 18 have stirred both amazement and controversy on social media, primarily due to the reported extravagant expenditure. Amidst the online chatter about the event, many are curious to learn more about the couple and the financial magnitude of their celebration.
Madelaine Brockway, a 26-year-old self-employed entrepreneur based in Fort Worth, Texas, is the focal point of this viral wedding. Her father, Robert “Bob” Brockway, serves as the chairman and CEO of Bill Ussery Motors, the parent company overseeing Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables and Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay in Florida. In August of this year, Ussery Automotive gained attention for the profitable sale of two locations, with reported profits ranging between $150 million and $700 million.
Details emerging from the celebrations include a rehearsal dinner at the Palais Garnier, an overnight stay at the Palace of Versailles, a private lunch at Chanel, and a bachelorette week at a luxurious resort in Utah. Although the exact wedding venue remains undisclosed, visual evidence suggests an outdoor garden setting with panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower. The ceremony featured a performance by Adam Levine, the lead singer of Maroon 5, during the couple’s first dance as husband and wife.
Concerning the wedding expenses, reports indicate that the bachelorette celebrations unfolded at Utah’s opulent Amangiri resort, where a single night’s stay can cost around $3,150 (approx ₹ 2,62,441). The festivities comprised themed evenings, such as “Pretty In Pink,” “Aliens Among Us,” “Golden Hour,” and “Marie Antoinette’s Last Halloween,” each marked by distinctive decor and attire.
Days before the wedding, Madelaine Brockway and her friends enjoyed a private lunch at the Chanel Haute Couture Suite in Paris. Subsequently, they experienced an overnight stay at the Palace of Versailles, courtesy of Le Grand Controle, the exclusive hotel within the Chateau de Versailles. With 11 rooms and two suites designed in an 18th-century style, this hotel is the sole accommodation within the Palace. Accommodation prices range from $2,409 (approx ₹ 2,00,705) for the lowest-priced one-night stay to $14,235 (approx ₹ 11,85,985) for the luxury suites.
According to reports, the extravagance extended to the wedding gift registry, featuring items like a miniature lion figurine priced at $580 (₹ 48,322), a gravy boat at $860 (₹ 71,650), and a 19-inch butterfly home valued at $12,500 (₹ 10,41,434).