And Baby Makes Three! Art & Matilda's Wedding Surprise

The reality TV lovebirds’ magical day is perfect with a surprise guest!

Four years ago, Art Green took a chance on love. Desperate to meet his special someone, he signed on to New Zealand’s first ever season of The Bachelor, a spontaneous decision that would prove to make him the happiest man alive.

Had it not been for that reality show, the handsome star might never have met Matilda Rice, his soulmate, his constant, his closest friend and today, on Friday, February 15, on the sandy shores of Waiheke Island, finally his breathtaking beach bride.

It’s a stunning sunny afternoon at the lazy seaside spot where Art and Matilda are preparing to exchange their vows. More than 100 of their closest family and friends have turned out to witness the romantic event, but it’s the presence of one unexpected guest that has given the couple their true fairytale ending.

While only the most eagle-eyed among us might spot the teeniest of bumps under Matilda’s elegant Trish Peng gown, the delicate folds of the slim-fitting silk fabric are hiding an incredibly special secret.

“We’re having a baby!” Matilda reveals as she runs a maternal hand over her tummy just moments before walking down the aisle. “Art and I are absolutely over the moon. We always knew we wanted to start a family, but never imagined we’d be lucky enough to share our special day with our wee son or daughter. It’s truly so special to have all three of us here.”

Their exciting news, which will be shared with their guests later in the evening, makes the couple’s big day just that much more special, and the emotion between Art and Matilda is virtually overflowing.

“Today, not only do I marry my best friend, but also the mother of our baby – I must be the luckiest man alive,” gushes Art, 30. “We can’t wait to tell our little one how they were such a special part of Mum and Dad’s perfect wedding day.”