The woman who eventually rose to fame as an actress tied the knot with her eighth husband exactly 34 years ago today.

By Christmas 1988, Elizabeth invited Larry to stay at her home. Larry said, “I went for a few days and never left.” Her home had a real Van Gogh painting on the wall, full staff, and high security everywhere. It was a different world, and Larry was welcomed inside.

Helicopters, Paparazzi, and a Parachute Intruder
Exactly 34 years ago today, their wedding took place in grand Hollywood style. It was everything the public expected from a global icon. More than 200 celebrities gathered under a white gazebo at Neverland Ranch in California’s Santa Ynez Valley to witness their vows. Elizabeth’s close friend Carole Bayer Sager was maid of honor, and celebrity hairstylist Jose Eber was Larry’s best man.

Despite the glamour, chaos ruled outside. Larry said he could barely hear their vows because of helicopters full of paparazzi flying overhead. Security was busy. One photographer even parachuted onto the property but was caught before taking any photos. Inside, the reception was surreal. Larry recalled, “Michael Jackson spent the night on the dance floor holding a small black kid.” Elizabeth loved Michael and never believed the child abuse rumors; Larry was more doubtful.Continue reading…