Time: 2024-07-25
John Schneider , known for his role in The Dukes of Hazzard , and Dee Dee Sorvino recently tied the knot in Las Vegas on July 23 , 2024 . This union comes after both stars faced the loss of their spouses in recent years . Alicia Allain Schneider , John 's late wife , passed away from breast cancer in February 2023 , and Dee Dee 's husband , acclaimed actor Paul Sorvino , passed away in July 2022 due to health issues.
The couple is planning to have an official wedding celebration on August 1 at The Hollywood Museum , where they initially met . John first announced his relationship with Dee Dee five months after facing controversy for his comments regarding President Joe Biden . Following his remarks , the Secret Service conducted an investigation into his statements , although John later clarified that he did not threaten the president.
Despite the challenges they have faced , John and Dee Dee found love and happiness in each other . Their surprise wedding in Las Vegas marked a new chapter in their lives , with the couple expressing their joy in a statement shared by their representative . They credited Fox News for playing a significant role in their relationship , as they first met in the green room while waiting for separate appearances on the network.
Dee Dee fondly recalled the special connection they shared at the network , even jokingly referring to Neil Cavuto as " Dr. Love " for his inadvertent matchmaking skills . The couple 's relationship blossomed from there , leading to their surprise elopement announcement on Neil Cavuto 's show in 2015 . Despite the challenges of losing their previous spouses , John and Dee Dee found solace in each other , with John describing their relationship as a miracle sent by God.
As they embark on this new journey as husband and wife , John and Dee Dee look forward to celebrating their love with family and friends at The Hollywood Museum . Their story is a testament to resilience and the power of love to heal and bring hope in the face of adversity . The couple 's union is a reminder that love can bloom even in the midst of loss and grief , offering a beacon of light in the darkness.