Chronicles of Narnia star weds American Idol partner as he pays gushing tribute to his new wife
CHRONICLES of Narnia star Ben Barnes has tied the knot with partner Aubrey Cleland.
Ben, 45, played the role of Prince Caspian in the titular 2008 film as well as 2010’s Voyage of the Dawn Treader.
Taking to Instagram, the actor confirmed he and American Idol alum Aubrey Cleland, 33, have wed.
Paying tribute to his bride, Ben penned: “We got married!
“In a world of 8 billion people, it is extraordinary to find someone who feels like your person, someone who matches your sense of humour, curiosity and humanity — with whom you can be effortlessly yourself, feel understood, valued and loved for everything that you are.
“And, speaking for the first time as a proud husband: I married a woman of such rare grace, kindness and beauty, who somehow makes the world feel both bigger and more like home, who finds wonder, joy and laughter in things that might have passed me by, and who makes the ordinary feel momentous.
“We are so happy and so excited for everything to come.
“Ben & Aubrey.”
Friends and fans soon flocked to the comments section to share their congratulations.
Actress Katherine McNamara wrote: “CONGRATULATIONS!!!”
EastEnders star Robert Kazinsky added: “My best mate got his fairytale!”
Katherine Heigl penned: “Oh my lord!!! Congratulations my old friend I am so so so thrilled and happy for you!!”
A fan shared: “Congrats Ben and Aubrey! Wishing you both so much love and happiness.”
Another remarked: “Could not be happier for you both! You both look absolutely radiant and stunning!!!”
A third chimed in: “Congratulations. Wishing you both a world full of happiness and luck. And a life together filled with love, laughter and creativity!”
A fourth said: “I’m in absolute tears!!! I have NEVER been happier.
“Congratulations you absolutely gorgeous humans!!
“May this next chapter be everything you both ever wished for!!”