Korn Frontman Jonathan Davis Marries Brittany Parisi

An Intimate Coastal Ceremony

The wedding of Jonathan Davis and Brittany Parisi was held at the Neighborhood Church of Palos Verdes, a location selected for its dramatic cliffside views and coastal atmosphere. The couple was joined by a select group of 80 guests, which they described as their "band family and blood family." Every current member of the band Korn was present for the nuptials, including Brian Welch, James Shaffer, Ray Luzier, and Ra Diaz.

The ceremony took place inside a chapel featuring a prominent organ and a backdrop of the sea. The couple expressed their gratitude for the intimate nature of the event in a statement provided to Billboard:

"Getting married with all of our closest loved ones in such an intimate, gorgeous setting was truly a blessing, and the most beautiful way to kick off our happily ever after!"

— Jonathan and Brittany Davis

Visuals from the day, captured by photographer Jeremy Chou, showcased Davis wearing a traditional kilt paired with a red tie, while Parisi wore an elegant white gown and veil. The wedding occurred on the same date as a high-profile event for Taylor Swift.

A Theme Inspired by Italian Art

The aesthetic of the wedding was heavily influenced by Sandro Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus," a masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance. The couple aimed to invoke the feeling of Florence, Italy, while remaining on the Californian coastline. Parisi shared that she has "always been obsessed" with her Italian heritage and maintains a specific interest in the Medici family, who were the original commissioners of Botticelli’s work.

This theme served as a tribute to the couple's engagement, which occurred last year while the band was on tour. Davis surprised Parisi with a visit to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, where he proposed in front of the "Birth of Venus" painting. Reflecting on the wedding's location in relation to their engagement, the couple noted:

"The cliffside setting overlooking the ocean looked and felt like Italy, where [we got] engaged last year."

— Jonathan and Brittany Davis

Musical Performances and the First Dance

The wedding featured a blend of traditional and contemporary music. Aaron Shaw, a bagpipe veteran with 50 years of experience, performed as Davis arrived for the ceremony. Shaw continued to play throughout the transition periods of the event, leading the 80 guests from the ceremony to the cocktail hour, and subsequently from the cocktail hour to the reception. Upon reaching the reception, guests were greeted by the sounds of award-winning jazz musicians.

For their first dance as a married couple, Davis and Parisi chose the Lana Del Rey song "Young and Beautiful," which appeared on the soundtrack for The Great Gatsby: Music from Baz Luhrmann's Film. While some reports indicate the couple has been dating since 2019, Billboard reported that they tied the knot after seven years of dating.

Detailed Five-Course Menu

The culinary offerings for the day were curated by chef Celestino Drago, beginning with a cocktail hour followed by a comprehensive five-course dinner. Notably, the menu did not include corn, despite the groom's famous band name.

The cocktail hour featured several specialized items:

• A parmesan wheel described as "overflowing with freshly prepared" cacio e pepe

• Passed hors d'oeuvres including squash blossom pizza

• Rich mushroom profiteroles

• Savory roasted tomato tartlets

The formal dinner menu consisted of:

• Burrata insalata served with arugula

• Pesto busieto accompanied by creamy mushroom risotto

• Free-range roasted chicken finished with a truffle sauce

• New York strip steak served with black garlic zabaglione

The dessert service included a white wedding cake and a tiramisu tower, alongside lemon profiteroles, chocolate mousse, assorted fruit tarts, biscotti, and a selection of seasonal fruits.

Band History and Upcoming Tour

Davis co-founded Korn in 1993, leading the group to become a primary influence on the Nu metal genre. Over the course of their career, the band has achieved significant chart success, including five entries on the Billboard Hot 100. Their 2003 single "Did My Time" reached the top 40, and the group has secured two No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200: 1998’s Follow the Leader and 1999’s Issues.

The newlyweds will have time to celebrate before the band returns to the road. Korn is currently preparing for a tour of Europe that is scheduled to begin in October. The trek will see the band performing alongside Architects and Youth Code.