Mean Girls star Jonathan Bennett and Jaymes Vaughan are more than just a handsome Hollywood couple—they’re a modern queer love story redefining what it means to build a life together, one joyful tradition at a time.
From Interview to “I Do”
Their journey began in 2016 when Vaughan, then a TV host, interviewed Bennett to promote Halloween Wars. Bennett later revealed that he felt an immediate connection, asking a producer, “Am I about to meet my future husband?” Vaughan, on the other hand, felt a spark during a photo they took together.
The couple got engaged in 2020, with Vaughan composing and performing an original song for the proposal. They married in March 2022 in a beachside ceremony in Mexico, surrounded by 104 friends and family members.
Crafting New Traditions
Bennett and Vaughan have been intentional about creating traditions that reflect their unique bond. They designed custom engagement rings with Kay Jewelers, featuring diamonds that face outward during engagement and inward after marriage, symbolizing their shared journey.
They’re making new memories on trips like they did this Memorial Day weekend to Palm Springs. Jonathan sported a fiery, red speedo and even posted to Instagram, “Got into my husband’s swimsuit drawer.” To which his husband commented, “I zoomed.” Perhaps a new tradition in the making?
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Building a Life Together
Beyond their personal life, the couple co-founded OUTbound, an LGBTQ+ travel company aimed at creating safe and inclusive experiences for queer travelers. Professionally, they’ve collaborated on various projects, including integrating Vaughan’s music into Bennett’s Hallmark films.
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Their relationship is grounded in mutual support and authenticity. Bennett has shared that being with Vaughan allows him to be unapologetically himself, a sentiment echoed by those close to them.
A Love Story for the Ages
Jonathan Bennett and Jaymes Vaughan exemplify a partnership built on love, creativity, and shared values. Their story serves as an inspiration, illustrating how love can be both a personal journey and a beacon for broader community representation.
