Laura Vandervoort ties the knot with Adam Coates in a breathtaking Canadian wedding ceremony. The actress, famous for her role in Smallville, exchanged vows with Coates in a rustic and elegant wedding attended by 90 guests at the Langdon Hall Country House, Hotel & Spa in Canada on the 6th of September. This grand celebration came after a more intimate backyard legal ceremony that the couple had earlier in the year with their close family and beloved dogs. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, Vandervoort expressed their desire for a welcoming and warm wedding that felt comfortable for all their guests without being extravagant.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(jpeg)/Laura-Vandervoort-Adam-Coates-wedding-080725-10-8e612ee6ef684ab38e71b0530cbad0f0.jpg)
The couple’s wedding planning journey led them to various venues in Ontario, where they finally stumbled upon Langdon Hall. The lush grounds and the stunning Summer House, an open-aired wood timber pavilion, captured their hearts instantly. Coates mentioned that seeing the Summer House made it clear that it was the perfect spot for their special day, with Vandervoort falling in love with the open-concept barn-style ceremony space. The dinner setup also played a crucial role in their decision, with the couple opting for delicious food over a traditional wedding cake.
Vandervoort and Coates skipped a first look before the ceremony, opting to share that special moment for the first time with their friends and family during the ceremony. Each detail of their wedding was carefully thought out, from the music that accompanied the wedding party down the aisle to the escort wall dotted with elegantly labeled jars of homemade jams, signifying the couple’s love for creating jam together at home. The evening was filled with emotional speeches from family members, setting the perfect tone for the celebration of their love.
The heartfelt exchange of handwritten vows between Vandervoort and Coates added a personal touch to the ceremony, showcasing their deep connection and love for each other. Vandervoort expressed her admiration for Coates’ qualities, describing him as a thoughtful, warm, and beautiful human being who she considers her forever soulmate. The couple shared their first dance as husband and wife to the song “Iris” by Cory Asbury, marking the beginning of their new chapter together.
The newlyweds were surrounded by family and friends who witnessed their union in a ceremony officiated by a close family friend. The couple’s love story began with a chance encounter on a dating app, leading to a long-distance relationship that eventually culminated in their decision to move in together. Coates surprised Vandervoort with a rooftop proposal during a sunset photoshoot, creating a magical moment that she will cherish forever.
As they embark on this new journey together, Vandervoort and Coates look forward to facing whatever challenges come their way as a team. Their wedding day was a perfect reflection of their love story, filled with personal touches and heartfelt moments that they will carry with them for a lifetime. The couple’s beautiful celebration serves as a reminder of the power of love and the joy of finding a lifelong partner to share every moment with.