Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns marry
Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns married on August 15, 2026, during a ceremony in Malibu, California. Woods, 28, and the New York Knicks center, 30, had dated since May 2020.
The ceremony overlooked the Pacific Ocean and included relatives, friends, celebrities, and Knicks teammates. Their marriage came nearly eight months after Towns proposed during Christmas 2025 in New York City.
Jordyn Woods and Towns began as friends
Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns began dating in May 2020 after years of friendship. They confirmed their relationship publicly that September, sharing beach photos that introduced their partnership more widely.
Woods later said that friendship and trust shaped their relationship. At the same time, Towns described the pandemic period as the point at which both decided whether their close connection would become something more serious.
Towns proposed in New York at Christmas
Karl-Anthony Towns proposed to Jordyn Woods on Christmas Eve 2025 at Overstory, a venue in New York City. Family and friends attended when Towns presented Woods with an engagement ring.
The couple announced their engagement on Christmas Day through an Instagram post featuring 15 photos. Woods wore a white gown and a matching coat, while Towns appeared in pants and suede.
Woods’ ring carried family details
Jordyn Woods received an engagement ring filled with personal details chosen by Karl-Anthony Towns. Its design incorporated birthstones representing Woods, Towns, and their parents, connecting both families within the piece.
Jewelry designer Bernard James worked with Towns, who planned the ring without Woods’ involvement. The design included a personal handwritten engraving inside, adding another detail selected specifically for his proposal.
Woods wore custom Danielle Frankel
Jordyn Woods chose a Danielle Frankel gown for the ceremony after completing her fitting in Los Angeles. The strapless Italian silk-wool design featured a skirt, a draped bodice, and appliqués.
Frankel used three shades of ivory lace across the ceremony dress and created a cathedral-length veil. Woods wore Danielle Frankel designs for the welcome dinner and reception, creating three looks.
Towns chose custom Ralph Lauren
Karl-Anthony Towns wore a custom Ralph Lauren tuxedo for the wedding, coordinating his look with Jordyn Woods’ ceremony gown. Woods supplied details while Towns remained occupied with the Knicks’ postseason.
His tuxedo included two brooches, one of which was a Tiffany piece featuring a jeweled cockatoo set on a 54.02-carat tourmaline. The accessory added a jewelry detail to Towns’ traditional black wedding styling.
Woods and Towns welcomed famous guests
Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns hosted celebrities at their wedding. Kylie Jenner, Timothée Chalamet, Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber, Michael B. Jordan, Jada Pinkett Smith, Teyana Taylor, and Ben Stiller attended.
Gayle King and Christine Taylor also appeared among the guests, alongside relatives, friends, and basketball figures. The gathering brought together people from Woods’ entertainment circle and Towns’ professional sports connections.
Towns welcomed Knicks teammates
Karl-Anthony Towns welcomed Knicks teammates to the ceremony, including Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Miles McBride. Their attendance connected his wedding with teammates from New York’s championship season.
Brunson attended with his wife, Ali, while Hart and Anunoby appeared in coverage. The gathering came roughly two months after the Knicks completed a 16-3 postseason and captured the championship.
Towns entered summer as NBA champion
Karl-Anthony Towns entered the summer as an NBA champion after the Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games. New York secured the title on June 13, ending a 53-year drought.
Towns averaged 15.9 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists across 19 postseason games. He started every contest, averaged 30.4 minutes, and shot 55.1% from the field during New York’s run.
Woods’ orange bag reached Guggenheim
Jordyn Woods carried an orange Tux Clutch Mini during playoff victories, and the accessory developed a reputation as a lucky charm. The bag appeared during New York’s 13-game winning streak.
The $125 design appeared at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York. Woods introduced the orange version on April 18, and her brand released the bag during the conference finals.
Fun fact: The Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy reportedly made an appearance on the wedding dance floor, giving Towns’ NBA title a very literal invitation to the celebration.
Woods planned around the NBA Finals
Jordyn Woods handled wedding preparations while Karl-Anthony Towns competed through the Knicks’ postseason run. The NBA Finals ended in mid-June, leaving two months before their August 15 ceremony in Malibu.
The timing followed a 19-game playoff schedule that stretched beyond the regular season. Their December 2025 engagement provided several months for planning before the championship run reached its final stage.
Woods and Towns gave Married in 5 hoodies
Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns gave guests hoodies carrying the phrase “Married in 5” during their wedding celebration. The wording referenced the Knicks’ “Knicks in 5” slogan from the postseason.
The phrase also matched New York’s NBA Finals result because the Knicks defeated San Antonio 4-1. The clothing was linked to the WNS basketball season and the wedding, serving as a souvenir for guests.
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Woods and Towns shared a California home
Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns moved into a $14 million Los Angeles area home in 2024. The property covered more than 11,000 square feet, had seven bedrooms, and spanned over two acres.
The property included a separate guest house and a large sports and entertainment pavilion. Their move established a California base two years before the couple selected Malibu for their wedding.
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Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns turned six years of being together into a wedding that blended family, fashion, and basketball. Which detail from their story stood out most to you? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
This slideshow was made with AI assistance and human editing.
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