DeVon Franklin Marries Maria Castillo in Star-Studded, Spirit-Filled Beverly Hills Wedding
Love, Faith & Glamour: DeVon Franklin and Maria Castillo Tie the Knot in Lavish Ceremony
A Divine Union: DeVon Franklin and Maria Castillo Celebrate Love with Cultural Flair
From Maui to Matrimony: DeVon Franklin and Maria Castillo’s Dream Wedding Unfolds in California
Here’s the latest on DeVon Franklin’s wedding to Maria Castillo:
Wedding Highlights — Aug 2, 2025
DeVon Franklin and Maria Castillo officially tied the knot on Saturday, August 2, 2025 in a romantic, lakeside ceremony at Casa Lago in Beverly Hills, California.
The intimate and deeply spiritual event featured high-profile guests including Kelly Rowland, LeToya Luckett, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, and more. A surprise live performance by the artist MAJOR. elevated the emotional tone.
🕊 Setting & Style
The ceremony was designed to reflect their values and love story—set against a serene lakeside backdrop with a candlelit photo walkway entrance and harpist setting a reflective tone as guests arrived.
Franklin greeted guests in a Giorgio Armani suit paired with Christian Louboutin shoes, while Castillo wore a custom Galia Lahav wedding gown, merging timeless elegance with cultural flair.
Ceremony & Reception
Led by pastor Touré Roberts, vows were deeply personal and infused with spiritual meaning. Musical performances included Hillsong UNITED’s “Oceans” and “Goodness of God” as Castillo walked down the aisle and exchanged vows.
The reception blended African American soul food and Dominican-inspired dishes, including yuca arepitas, mofonguitos, fried chicken, jambalaya, collard greens, and desserts like banana pudding shots and sweet potato pies.
The night ended with a lively "hora loca"—a spirited Dominican tradition with stilt walkers and dancers.
Their Journey Together
The couple first got engaged on December 27, 2024, during a surprise photo-shoot proposal on a cliffside in Maui, Hawaii—the moment Maria Castillo thought was just a routine shoot turned into a life-changing yes.
The news was made public on February 13, 2025 via an exclusive interview with People magazine.
They were introduced about a year prior by Maria’s business partner, trainer Mike Trusdale, who thought they’d be a great match.
Since their proposal and public outings—beginning with events in late 2024—they’ve shared a grounded and faith-oriented relationship journey.
In Summary
DeVon Franklin and Maria Castillo celebrated their union in style on August 2, 2025, in a ceremony that honored their love, faith, and heritage.
The event combined spiritual depth with jubilant celebration and honored both partners’ cultural backgrounds through stunning fashion, symbolic vows, heartfelt music, and thoughtful cuisine.