Inside Hassie Harrison and Ryan Bingham’s Chic Western Wedding at the Bride’s Family Home in Texas, Yellowstone

The endearing tale of how actor Hassie Harrison and singer-songwriter Ryan Bingham met is reminiscent of a romance book. They first met on the set of the hit television show Yellowstone, where they played the roles of Laramie, a courageous barrel racer, and Walker, a troubadour turned ranch worker. Although their romantic plot coincided with their on-screen identities, their real-life relationship did not take off right away. But fate had other ideas, led by an unlikely cupid in the form of Hassie’s mother.

“My mom is the reason we are here today,” Hassie remembers with nostalgia. Thanks to a common friend, Ryan and Hassie’s mother had the fortunate meeting during a production break at a charity event in Dallas. Though Hassie was not there, it was a coincidence that she and Ryan were both starting new chapters in their lives at this time. Ryan and Hassie’s mother found out they had a large Texas social circle of mutual friends and acquaintances. Their love story started when Ryan was encouraged to get in touch with Hassie’s mother after she saw potential.

Hassie muses on the timing, saying, “Given all our common ties back home, we’re still amazed that our paths hadn’t crossed sooner.” It was definitely one of those fortunate incidents that shows you how life has a way of bringing people together at just the right time and location.

As their romance grew in 2023, Ryan made two proposals as their bond strengthened. One tranquil evening at home was the occasion of the first proposal. Hassie remembers, “I could see Ryan was visibly nervous—which was out of character for him. He had been unusually quiet all night.” Then, without warning, he added, “I want to ask you to marry me, but only if you say yes,” breaking the ice. I told him I would without even thinking twice. The saying “when you know, you just know” is accurate.

Ryan later made a kind call to Hassie’s father in private to get his approval. A more formal proposal, replete with a stunning ring, was later made to Hassie during one of his renowned steak dinners and wine. “That night perfectly encapsulated everything that we cherish most about each other and our relationship,” Hassie recalls. It was easygoing and genuinely lovely.

Ryan and Hassie made the decision to wed in Hassie’s parents’ Dallas home after giving it a lot of thought and emotion. They had in mind a small, exclusive event that paid tribute to their Texan heritage. The wedding planners at Gro Floral and Event Design, along with Hassie’s mother and sisters, were instrumental in realizing the couple’s ideal wedding. “Ryan and I wanted to create a day that was more than just a series of events,” Hassie says. Our goal was to create a deeply meaningful experience that revolved around feelings, coziness, closeness, and sincere moments shared with our loved ones. It was amazing to watch everything come together, with each choice reflecting who we are.”

The Hassie family had a long tradition of throwing parties, both personal and charitable, and they relied on Gro Floral and Event Design’s Nathan Johnson as their go-to event planner. The pair knew exactly what kind of environment they wanted, but the difficult part was making it happen. “It had to be an elegant Western, with blush-colored hues, delicate lace, and tones of worn leather,” Hassie says of her desired look. With a keen awareness of Hassie’s preferences, Nathan skillfully offered solutions that both complemented and enhanced their vision. “To be honest, he transformed my ideal wedding beyond my wildest expectations,” acknowledges Hassie. One of her mother’s contributions was adding a personal touch by including their family’s longhorn and burro ranch animals.

The cowboy black tie dress code for the wedding served as inspiration for Hassie’s ensemble. Between two exquisite gowns by designers Galia Lahav and Netta BenShabu, she couldn’t decide. Her sister advised wearing both during a period of uncertainty, and Hassie enthusiastically accepted the proposal. To walk down the aisle, she donned the Galia Lahav dress, which had rich beadwork, corseting, and lace embellishments. “It was the one the moment I put it on,” she remembers, adding that her sister Caroline insisted it was appropriate for the wedding.

Ryan looked equally dapper in a tuxedo by Kiton that was expertly fashioned by Crawford Brock at Stanley Korshak. He accessorized his appearance with a hat from American Hat Co. and custom-made boots from Republic Boots in Texas. Custom black dresses created by Mackenzie Brittingham were worn by the bride’s sisters.

The “cowboy cocktail welcome night” kicked off the wedding weekend celebrations at the Crescent Club in Downtown Dallas, a location rich in family history. The event was perfectly set with the club transformed into an old-time Western bar complete with Texas wildflowers, a DJ, and a mariachi band. Guests were moved to tears and back again by the touching toasts and anecdotes given by family and friends. “We partied and partied into the night, maybe a little bit later than we ought to have given the big day on Sunday,” Hassie recalls, “but it was the ideal way to kick off the weekend.”

Pre-wedding jitters were soothed by the laid-back and happy mood that enveloped Hassie and her three sisters as they got ready together on the wedding day at their family home. Shots of Ryan’s passion project, Bingham’s Bourbon, a liquor company, were served to guests as they arrived. The wedding was held in a gorgeous cathedral-style tented conservatory. The wedding took place in a stunning setting thanks to the tent that was erected over the old pool. Hassie exclaims, “It was unbelievable to see our family home turned into the location for our ceremony.” “Ryan’s and my personalities and our love story were reflected in every detail, which was an amazing feat accomplished by Nathan and his team.”

The wedding party consisted of the couple’s closest friends and relatives, and the ceremony was small and very personal. Ryan’s three kids carried out important roles, including leading their dog down the aisle and acting as the ring bearer and flower girl. Hassie remarks, “They played such a significant role in this day.” “The celebration felt full in every sense when I saw the happiness on their faces.”

Before the ceremony, which was presided over by Gabriel Hogan, a close friend of the bride, began, Ryan led Hassie’s mother down the aisle. Hassie remembers, “He had everyone in the room alternating between tears, laughter, and applause.” The pair composed their own vows, which gave the service a really sentimental feel. Hassie acknowledges, “Delivering them was emotional.” “It was difficult not to cry. My vows included commitments to Ryan’s kids as well. I got to tell them how much they mean to me and how honored I am to be their bonus mom, so it was an especially meaningful moment for me.

The ceremony was a beautiful, loving, energetic event. Hassie goes on, “It was such a blessing to see generations from both sides of our families, our friends, and especially the children all coming together.” “And then, as I approached Ryan, there was the instant when our gazes met. His eyes were filled with tears, and it simply warmed my heart. We were both feeling so raw and emotional when we were starting this new chapter together, and it was all beautifully captured in that moment.

Hassie changed for the reception after the wedding, donning long lace gloves and a short, intricately detailed Netta BenShabu dress. The guests relocated to a reception tent including communal style tables, hardwood floors, and neon lights, modeled like Texas’s oldest dance hall, Gruene Hall. The couple’s special words, “live the best of this life,” were printed on a wall of real foliage that served as the stage backdrop.

In addition to smoked wagyu ribs, chicken fried steak, and corn on the cob, the meal, which was created by Chef Yann Nury, offered a wonderful spin on traditional Texas fare. The event culminated with late-night Texas tacos, followed by food court-style wood-fired pizzas served from live-action stations in a rolling airstream.

Ryan’s own song “Automated” was the soundtrack for his first dance with Hassie as a newlywed. Following, visitors were treated to a performance of 90s country cover songs by the band Straight Tequila Night. Ryan’s daughter’s solo piano performance brought everyone to tears, making it an especially poignant occasion. Hassie says, “We will never forget it; it was a magical moment.”

When it appeared that the evening was coming to an end, the newlyweds shocked everyone by hosting a “cosmic cowboy” after-party in the area that had been used for the ceremony. Hassie changed into a different Netta BenShabu dress, the kind with fringed tassels that looked great with a white cowboy hat and boots for dancing. There was a DJ spinning records, neon lights with a Western motif, and a disco saddle hanging from the ceiling. But the quiet disco was the best part, according to Hassie. “All night long, we laughed and danced to such great pleasure.”

Guests lined up with sparklers along the driveway to send the pair out in a vintage Cadillac Coupe Deville as the evening came to a conclusion. Hassie recalls, “It was such a sweet and perfect capstone to the evening.” Still, the best was not yet over. The bride claims, “We actually just took a quick circle around the block before ultimately slipping back into the house to join the rest of our wedding party as the last ones standing, despite what appeared to be this magical car ride into the night.” We danced in my family’s living room till the early hours of the morning, continuing the celebration. In all honesty, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect conclusion to a fantastic evening.