Johnny Knoxville, the renowned star of “Jackass,” has married his longtime girlfriend and costume designer, Emily Ting, in a heartfelt weekend ceremony attended by close family and friends. The 54-year-old actor expressed his joy on Instagram, stating, “It seems I have had a lot of news lately but there is no news bigger than this…..Today Emily and I got married and I’m the luckiest and happiest fella in the universe.”
For the intimate celebration, Knoxville donned a striking denim-blue velvet tuxedo while Ting opted for a chic baby-blue minidress. The couple had a special moment with filmmaker John Waters officiating their wedding, which Knoxville praised as a small gathering filled with love and warmth. He shared his gratitude on social media, saying, “Thank you John Waters we love you so.”
The announcement quickly gained attention, with numerous reactions pouring in from fans and fellow celebrities alike. Guitarist Billy Strings was surprised, commenting, “Oh whaaaat?! Congrats!!!!! ❤️❤️”. Other stars including actor Benjamin Pajak and followers flooded the post with congratulatory messages, with one fan expressing excitement over the unique choice of minister.
Ting, a talented Los Angeles-based costume designer, played a significant role in Knoxville’s recent project, “Jackass Forever.” Their relationship has been private, but the couple made their first public appearance together in 2022.
Knoxville, well known for his adventurous roles, is a father of three. He shares a daughter, Madison, 28, from his first marriage to Melanie Lynn Clapp and has two sons, Rocko, 14, and Arlo, 12, with his second wife, Naomi Nelson, from whom he finalized his divorce in 2022.
Emily Ting’s background includes her origins in Taipei, Taiwan, and her academic achievements at NYU. As an award-winning writer and director, she has received accolades such as the Best Short Film award at the 2013 Omaha Film Festival for “The Distance Between” and recognition for her 2019 film “Go Back to China.”
This new chapter in Knoxville’s life brings a celebratory spirit to fans and friends, as they witness the joy and love shared by the couple on their special day.