David Tutera

David Tutera (born April 23, 1966) is an American celebrity wedding planner, bridal fashion designer, author, and professional speaker. He is the host of the WE TV show My Fair Wedding with David Tutera and David Tutera's CELEBrations.

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David Tutera
Born (1966-04-23) April 23, 1966
Port Chester, New York
Occupation(s)Reality TV star, wedding planner, fashion designer, author, speaker
Spouses
Ryan Jurica
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(m. 2003; sep. 2013)​
    Joey Toth
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    (m. 2017)​
    Children2

    Tutera is the author of seven books.

    Personal life

    In September 2003, he married Ryan Jurica in Vermont.[2] The couple separated on New Year’s Day 2013, shortly after their surrogate became pregnant.[2] On June 19, 2013, Tutera's daughter, Cielo, and Jurica's son, Cedric, were born.[3] On April 1, 2017, Tutera married Joey Toth,[4] and they currently reside in Los Angeles.

    Professional life

    Tutera’s grandfather, a successful florist, first noticed his grandson’s artistic ability at an early age and encouraged David to pursue his passion. At the age of 19, with the advice of his grandfather and only one client, Tutera opened his event planning business.

    Currently in its 9th season, My Fair Wedding with David Tutera airs on WE tv. When asked about featuring a gay wedding on his wedding planning show, Tutera replied that he has "no hand in the casting process."[5]

    Tutera has partnered with Mon Cheri to launch the "David Tutera for Mon Cheri" wedding dress collection. He has teamed with Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores to create Down the Aisle in Style, a line of wedding accessories. He is also a professional speaker hired to lecture on the topics of weddings, lifestyle, and design.

    Tutera writes a regular column for Bridal Guide magazine.

    Accolades

    David has been awarded "Best Celebrity Wedding Planner" by Life & Style Magazine.[6]

    Tutera was named by Modern Bride magazine as one of the Top 25 Trendsetters of the Year.

    Notable events

    His planning list includes Star Jones' wedding, the Wien wedding, Shannen Doherty's Malibu wedding to Kurt Iswarienko, NY Giants Antonio Pierce’s wedding, the official post Grammy parties in New York City, events for Matthew McConaughey, Elton John' wedding, Barbara Walters, The Rolling Stones, Vice President Al Gore at the White House, Kenneth Cole, Tommy Hilfiger, Susan Lucci, the John F. Kennedy Center, film premieres, and celebrity parties for royalty, politicians, and socialites. Tutera has designed events for charities including the Prevent Cancer Foundation, the Alzheimer's Association, DIFFA (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS), and The Nature Conservancy.[7]

    References
    1. Ng, Philiana (November 7, 2014). "Wedding Planner David Tutera Inks First-Look Deal With Craig Piligian's Pilgrim Studios". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 17, 2023.
    2. Nahas, Aili (May 3, 2013). "David Tutera's Husband 'Devastated' by Ongoing Divorce Drama". People.
    3. Stanhope, Kate (September 13, 2013). "David Tutera and His Ex-Husband Will Raise Their Twins Separately". TV Guide.
    4. Lee, Esther (April 1, 2017). "David Tutera Marries Joey Toth in Lavish, Black-Tie Wedding". The Knot News.
    5. "David Tutera's 'Wedding' days - Gay Lesbian Bi Trans News Archive". Windy City Times. December 29, 2010.
    6. Henry, Alison. "Design Trends w/ David Tutera". Carolina Bride. McClatchy. Retrieved November 23, 2009.
    7. "David Tutera – The WICT Network". Retrieved September 25, 2022.
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