Kieran Culkin Accidentally Photobombs Couple’s NYC Wedding Photo Shoot (Exclusive)

Kieran Culkin Surprises Newlyweds with Photobomb in NYC Wedding Photoshoot

In a serendipitous turn of events, a couple in New York City received an unexpected celebrity guest during their wedding photoshoot when actor Kieran Culkin accidentally photobombed their special moment. The incident occurred in Central Park, adding an extra touch of magic to their already unforgettable day.

Photographer Stephanie Naru captured the candid moment, showcasing Jess and Dave Tozer’s intimate elopement on May 2 at St. Luke in the Fields garden in the West Village. The stunning images, now viral, feature the couple with Kieran Culkin inadvertently appearing in the background.

Naru, who was completely focused on capturing Jess and Dave’s love story, only noticed the Succession star in the photos after the fact. She shared her surprise, saying, “I had my eyes on Jess and Dave and had no idea Kieran was in the background of their photos. That’s when I checked back through the photos and sure enough, there he was!”

Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, Naru expressed her excitement about the unexpected celebrity encounter, describing it as a quintessential “New York moment.” She noted that having Kieran Culkin unintentionally join their photoshoot in Central Park added an extra layer of fun and memories to the already special occasion.

Despite the surprise appearance, this may not have been unfamiliar territory for Dave Tozer, a Grammy-winning music producer and songwriter who has collaborated with renowned artists such as John Legend. Legend himself commented on the couple’s post, offering his congratulations and praising the beauty of the moment.

Jess and Dave’s love story began three years ago when they connected on the exclusive dating app Raya. Overcoming a self-imposed rule against dating anyone named David, Jess took a chance on Dave, and the rest, as they say, is history. Their engagement in Dubrovnik, Croatia, in 2023 set the stage for their deeply personal elopement and subsequent New York City celebration.

After exchanging vows, the couple roamed the neighbourhood for photos before heading to Central Park for more picturesque moments with Naru. The day culminated in a small dinner with their closest family members, encapsulating the intimacy and uniqueness of their wedding day.

Reflecting on the unexpected photobomb, the newlyweds shared with PEOPLE, “The day was already perfect — but then, in true New York fashion, Kieran Culkin unexpectedly photobombed one of our wedding shots. The picture went viral, and what was already an unforgettable day became an even more surreal and joyful memory.”

In a blend of happenstance and celebrity magic, Jess and Dave Tozer’s wedding day in New York City will forever be marked by the spontaneous appearance of Kieran Culkin. The couple’s love story, intertwined with this unexpected moment, serves as a testament to the beauty of chance encounters and the joy found in unexpected surprises.