From high school sweethearts to husband and wife, Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. and Maggie Black tied the knot in a glamorous wedding surrounded by family, friends, and MLB royalty. The couple exchanged vows on December 14 at The Thompson Hotel in Dallas, Texas, in a celebration that perfectly blended their love story with creative touches and baseball-themed flair.
A Star-Studded Guest List
The event drew an All-Star roster of past and present MLB players. Witt’s Royals teammates, including Salvador Perez, Michael Massey, and outfielder Dustin Renfroe, attended alongside their significant others. Other MLB stars such as Andrew Benintendi, Whit Merrifield, Cole Ragans, and Rusty Greer joined the festivities, making the evening a true gathering of baseball’s elite.
A Playful Touch: “Wittaburger”
The reception featured a clever nod to the couple’s sense of humor and love for fun with the “Wittaburger,” a playful twist on the popular Whataburger fast-food chain. Guests enjoyed food served in custom packaging labeled “Let’s Get Witty,” which matched the lighthearted theme of the celebration. Wedding attendees were also seen sporting “Let’s Get Witty” caps as they hit the dance floor, adding to the vibrant energy of the night.
The pop-up restaurant concept was orchestrated by Alice and Apricot, a Dallas-based wedding planning service that brought the couple’s vision to life.
Stunning Wedding Attire
The bride, Maggie Black, looked radiant in a custom Felicity dress by Elizabeth Lee Bridal, complemented by Christian Louboutin shoes and jewelry from Happy Jewelers. Meanwhile, Bobby Witt Jr. looked sharp in a velvet suit jacket and bowtie from State and Liberty Clothing Co., embodying timeless elegance.
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A Musical Moment to Remember
One of the night’s standout moments came when the newlyweds took the stage with a live band to perform the classic Journey anthem “Don’t Stop Believin’.” A video captured by wedding attendee Melendez showed the couple singing their hearts out, bringing the crowd to its feet and cementing the night as an unforgettable celebration.
“Our goal was to throw the party of the year,” Black told People.
Capturing the Magic
The wedding was photographed by luxury wedding photographer Britney Tarno, who captured the couple’s joy and the night’s opulence in a series of stunning images shared with People.
A Milestone Year for Bobby Witt Jr.
Witt’s wedding caps off an incredible year for the 23-year-old baseball phenom. In February, he signed a record-breaking $288.8 million contract extension with the Kansas City Royals, making it the largest deal in franchise history.
The contract, which includes player opt-outs and team options, could extend through 2037 and be worth up to $377.7 million.
A Bright Future
With his career on a meteoric rise and a new chapter as a husband beginning, Bobby Witt Jr. is undoubtedly heading into 2024 with momentum on and off the field. As the newlyweds embark on their life together, the love and joy shared at their wedding reflect the promising future ahead for this baseball star and his bride.
