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Connor Swindells’ on-screen father, Alistair Petrie, took on the role of officiating the ceremony.
In a delightful twist on traditional wedding customs, Connor Swindells, known for his role in *Sex Education*, enlisted the help of his on-screen father, Alistair Petrie, as the officiant for his wedding to actress Amber Anderson. The couple revealed this charming detail during a recent interview.
Photos from the ceremony, shared by Vogue on their Instagram, capture the joy of the occasion with Petrie standing proudly behind Swindells. In a particularly memorable moment, Petrie, who plays the strict headmaster in the series, was spotted at the altar in a kilt, while Swindells celebrated with an exuberant fist pump.
Swindells portrays Adam Groff in *Sex Education*, a complex character dealing with familial pressures from his father, Michael Groff, played by Petrie.
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Throughout the series, the dynamic between Adam and Michael is fraught with tension, particularly as Adam struggles with his identity against the backdrop of his father’s rigid adherence to school rules. The relationship begins to mend after significant events in the storyline, including Michael’s dismissal from the school.
Swindells and Anderson initially crossed paths while collaborating on Autumn de Wilde’s film adaptation of Jane Austen’s *Emma* in 2020. The director was also present at the wedding, capturing candid moments showcased in Vogue’s article.
Anderson expressed the importance of having de Wilde deliver a speech during their drinks reception, stating, “It meant so much to us to have her speak. We met because of the movie she made, and over the years, she has become a best friend, spiritual guardian, advisor, and adopted auntie. She means the world to us.”
In *Emma*, Swindells takes on the role of Robert Martin, whose character ultimately weds Harriet, one of Emma’s close friends. Anderson plays Jane Fairfax, a character vying for the affections of Frank Churchill.
Since their time in *Emma*, Anderson has continued to make waves in the industry, featuring in *The Souvenir Part II* directed by Joanna Hogg and playing Diana Mitford in the latest season of *Peaky Blinders*. Swindells has expanded his repertoire as well, with a recent role as Aaron Dinkins in *Barbie*, and after the finale of *Sex Education* in 2023, he starred in the historical drama *William Tell*, which debuted at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.
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