Actor Eric Stonestreet recently marked a significant milestone in his life as he celebrated his first wedding anniversary with wife Lindsay Schweitzer. The couple tied the knot on September 8, 2025, in a private ceremony at their residence in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by family members only.
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Stonestreet, who is well-known for his role in the popular series *Modern Family*, shared this personal occasion on social media, posting a heartfelt tribute to Schweitzer along with a selection of wedding photographs and a video from their first dance. This special moment was set to the song “Pushing Up Daisies,” performed live by the country duo Brothers Osborne, making it a truly memorable night for the couple.
Reflecting on the significance of their wedding date, which falls between the birthdays of both Stonestreet and Schweitzer—September 7 and September 9 respectively—the actor expressed his joy over their intimate celebration. In his Instagram caption, Stonestreet recounted how their families were surprised by the nuptials, revealing, “We surprised our family with a wedding.” He further elaborated on the joy of having Brothers Osborne perform for them, saying, “A memory for a lifetime.”
In a heartfelt message directed at his wife, Stonestreet shared his gratitude for their relationship, saying, “Every day, I’m more grateful that you’re in my life and that you’re my wife.” He also shared a playful regret that they hadn’t met sooner, before ending his post with a quote from “Pushing Up Daisies”: “We ain’t getting out of this love alive.”
Stonestreet first met Schweitzer in June 2016 during a hospital visit connected to the Big Slick Kansas City event. This annual celebrity fundraising weekend supports paediatric cancer research and care at Children’s Mercy Hospital. The couple reconnected months later, and in August 2021, they announced their engagement on Instagram, further endearing them to fans who have followed their journey.
In a podcast appearance earlier this year, Stonestreet discussed the unconventional approach they took to their marriage. He revealed that a select group of individuals were informed about the wedding mere hours before the ceremony via phone calls, while the wider family and friends were notified only after the couple had exchanged vows. He mentioned, “The equivalent to an invitation to our wedding was a phone call before the wedding, which was, ‘This is your non-invitation, but this is because we love you and we want you to know about it first.’”
This discreet approach was taken to ensure that their special day remained a surprise. Stonestreet acknowledged the challenge, stating, “I didn’t want to offend anyone, but I also didn’t want to tell anyone.” Remarkably, even Schweitzer’s twin sons were not made aware of the wedding plans until they returned home from school on the day itself.
Once the boys arrived home, Stonestreet and Schweitzer sat them down to explain what had happened. The children’s stunned reactions were a source of amusement for them, with the actor recalling how they were simply told they were coming home for a family meal and photo session. “What?” was the incredulous response, highlighting the successful execution of their surprise.
In hindsight, Stonestreet considers their secret wedding a unique way to celebrate their love away from the public eye. The charming couple, who have built a beautiful life together, is now looking forward to many more joyful moments together. Stonestreet’s love for Schweitzer is evident not only in his words but also in the way he cherishes their life shared as husband and wife.
As the couple enters their second year of marriage, their journey together thus far serves as an endearing reminder of the importance of love, laughter, and a little bit of unexpected charm in life’s greatest milestones.