Out rugby referee Nigel Owens ties the knot & holds beautiful coastline wedding
A post shared by Nigel Owens (@nigelrefowens)Nigel Owens made headlines in 2007 when he came out as gay. At the time, the Welshman was a top-level rugby referee, overseeing games all over the world.
Many consider him one of the greatest rugby referees of all time.Now aged 53, he retired in 2020 following a 17-year career in the sport.Owens made headlines for other reasons last week… when he wed his partner, schoolteacher Barrie Jones-Davies.Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.The two men got wed at the Cliff Hotel & Spa in Gwbert, overlooking the stunning Cardigan Bay, in Wales.
The ceremony took place Saturday, August 10, according to Wales Online.The reception boasted a rugby theme, with tables named after stadiums, such as the local Principality Stadium.Owens said on Instagram that it was “the most amazing day,” and “the proudest of my life”.Owens shared a beautiful video montage of the day on his Instagram.
Watch it below.A post shared by Steve Ratcliffe (@steveratcliffefilms)The men also shared a wedding photo of themselves against the stunning scenery.A post shared by ❌Rugby SMACKS❌ (@rugbysmacks)Since retiring from refereeing, Owens has concentrated on media work, He co-presents the Welsh-language shows Jonathan and Bwrw’r Bar (‘Hitting the Bar’) on Welsh TV.
