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A former first daughter quietly ties the knot over the weekend in a private ceremony

Barbara Bush and Craig Coyne exchanged vows Sunday in Kennebunkport, Maine.
Barbara Bush and Craig Coyne exchanged vows Sunday in Kennebunkport, Maine. Courtesy

Barbara Bush, daughter of former President George W. Bush, was married Sunday.

The 36-year-old Texas native married screenwriter Craig Coyne during a small wedding before about 20 family members at Walker’s Point in Kennebunkport, Maine, according to a statement issued by her father’s office.

“A very short, sweet ceremony,” Barbara told People magazine.

George W. and Laura Bush and former President George H. W. Bush were all at the wedding.

“The bride wore an ivory silk crepe Vera Wang custom gown and was escorted by her father and grandfather,” according to the statement.

Barbara’s twin sister, Jenna, served as matron of honor.

“Happy tears, heart exploding as I watched this beautiful girl get married in the place that means love and family,” Jenna posted on Instagram. “I’m so proud to be this beauties sister.”

Barbara’s aunt, Dorothy Bush Koch, served as officiant of the wedding.

The newlyweds plan to live in New York City.

Jenna Bush Hager’s wedding, 10 years ago, was a Texas event.

She and her husband, Henry, also exchanged vows during a private ceremony. But their wedding, which occurred while Bush was still in the White House, took place at the family’s Crawford ranch.

Anna Tinsley: 817-390-7610, @annatinsley

This story was originally published October 8, 2018 at 10:38 AM.

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