Melissa Rivers marries Steve Mitchel in winter wedding at Jackson Hole
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Melissa Rivers, daughter of the late Joan Rivers, married attorney Steve Mitchel in a picturesque wedding at the Four Seasons in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
The ceremony, held on March 15, brought together 150 guests for an intimate and emotional celebration.
Despite losing her home in the Palisade fires in January, Rivers, 57, chose to proceed with the wedding, encouraged by close friends. She wore a gunmetal Stella McCartney gown as she exchanged vows on the dance floor, officiated by longtime family assistant Sabrina Lott Miller. Her son, Cooper Endicott, 24, delivered a heartfelt speech welcoming Mitchel, 63, into their lives.
The event honored Joan Rivers' legacy, with guests receiving gold bee pins—symbolizing her belief in overcoming the impossible. The reception featured lively dancing, gourmet dining, and a nod to the couple’s resilience, as they playfully danced to "Burning Down the House."
The multi-day celebration included skiing, an après-ski welcome party, and a farewell brunch. Rivers told People that despite the devastation of losing their home, the experience brought her and Mitchel closer together.
Despite initial doubts about remarrying, Rivers found comfort and stability in Mitchel. “For someone like me, who has lived such a chaotic life, it’s wonderful to be in a relationship where I never question and never worry,” she shared.
The wedding, filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, marked a new beginning for the couple as they navigate their future together