Tyrese Haliburton Just Got Hitched in a Courthouse Ceremony (but Wait, There’s More!)
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What do we have here? A certain basketball star just made it official, and the universe might just be aligning! Yep, Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers' shining light, tied the knot with his longtime love, a former cheerleader known as Jade Jones, in a totally low-key courthouse ceremony in Indianapolis. Random Tuesday, courthouse vibes — how adorably basic yet surprisingly charming!
This love story began way back in 2019 when they were just two starry-eyed kids at Iowa State — him draining threes on the court while she cheered him on from the sidelines. The ultimate tale of star-crossed lovers, if you ask me. They even had a whole entourage to witness their nuptials, because who doesn’t need a hype squad for a courthouse wedding?
Jade looked positively radiant in a sweet white dress complete with an adorable bouquet, while Hali went for the classic casual groom look in a black T-shirt and pants — very relaxed, but let’s be real, he’s about to serve serious looks at their big bash set for August 1. Anticipation levels are rising!
But hold your horses; there’s a bittersweet twist. The couple recently faced a heartbreaking loss with the passing of a dear friend during Jade’s bachelorette trip in St. Barts. Jade took to social media, sharing an emotional tribute that their wedding day wouldn’t be the same without her, believing she’ll be there in spirit. Cue the waterworks!
Love, loss, and lace — it’s a wild ride, and if there’s more tea to spill, you know we'll be right there sipping it!
—Rex