Maya Hawke surprise wedding to musician Christian Lee Hutson on Valentine’s Day (February 14, 2026) was the ultimate “if you know, you know” event. While they’ve been a couple for a few years, the suddenness of the ceremony caught almost everyone by surprise.
Here is the full breakdown of how it went down and why they kept it a “secret.”
The Ceremony & Style
The couple chose a quintessential New York City backdrop, exchanging vows at St. George’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan.
- The Look: Maya Hawke wore a sleeveless, voluminous white ball gown with a sweeping train and a lace veil. To handle the February chill, she layered it with a now-viral oversized feathery winter coat, giving the look a high-fashion, “cool girl” bridal edge.
- The Groom: Christian Lee Hutson stuck to a classic black tuxedo with a white waistcoat and a floral boutonniere.
The Star-Studded Guest List
Despite being called “private,” the guest list was effectively a Hollywood red carpet.
- The Parents: In a rare and touching reunion, Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman (who were married from 1998–2005) both attended. Ethan had the honor of walking Maya down the aisle. Her brother, Levon Roan Thurman-Hawke, was also by her side.
- The “Stranger Things” Reunion: Since the series finale aired just weeks ago on New Year’s Day, the cast was already close-knit. Spotted walking the NYC streets together with Joe Keery, Sadie Sink, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer, and Charlie Heaton. * Other Celeb Friends: The crowd also included Kathryn Newton, Sam Nivola, and Iris Apatow.
The Reception
After the church ceremony, the party moved to The Players, a historic private members’ club in Gramercy Park. The venue is famous for its theatrical history, fitting perfectly for a bride who grew up in the industry and a groom who is a celebrated indie-folk musician.
Why the Secrecy?
The “surprise” element wasn’t about hiding the relationship—Christian actually confirmed they were engaged back in early 2025. Instead, it seems the secrecy was about intentionality:
- Privacy: Maya has often spoken about wanting to date “friends” rather than “ideas of people.” By keeping the date quiet, they avoided the media frenzy that usually follows her parents.
- Timing: Coming right off the back of the massive Stranger Things finale, the couple likely wanted a moment that was about them rather than a PR tour.
- Artistic Vibe: Both Maya and Christian are known for their low-key, indie sensibilities. A massive, publicized wedding wouldn’t have fit their brand.
Relationship Timeline
- 2021: Met through the music scene.
- 2023: First linked romantically after being spotted together in NYC.
- 2024: Collaborated on Maya’s album Chaos Angel.
- Feb 2025: Christian confirms their engagement.
Feb 14, 2026: The Secret Wedding.