A weekend to remember: Huma Abedin and Alex Soros celebrate love in Hamptons rehearsal dinner

Wedding bells are ringing for Huma Abedin and Alex Soros, and their Hamptons rehearsal dinner on Friday, June 13, set the tone for a weekend defined by sophistication and sentiment. The couple, who got engaged in July 2024, welcomed close friends and family to a private waterfront estate on Shelter Island, New York, where they celebrated the eve of their nuptials with elegance, affection—and a hint of star power. With high-profile guests including Hillary and Bill Clinton in attendance, the event underscored the deeply personal and political threads woven into Abedin and Soros’s modern love story.

An elegant evening on the water

The setting for the evening was a picturesque estate nestled by the water, its manicured grounds dotted with outdoor tents, floral-covered tables, and a well-stocked champagne bar. Photos obtained by the Daily Mail show guests mingling under soft summer light, sipping drinks beside a cart adorned with empty flutes—a quiet luxury that matched the tone of the event.

Abedin, 48, looked resplendent in a flowing champagne-colored gown with dramatic sleeves and a high neckline. The Both/And author kept her look polished and refined with matching heels and a voluminous blowout. Walking beside her, Alex Soros, 39, wore a tan suit layered over a crisp white shirt, paired with oversized sunglasses—a relaxed but stylish nod to summer formality. In one candid moment, Alex is seen gently placing his arm around Abedin’s back, as the two walk with a quiet ease that suggests both excitement and comfort in each other’s presence.

Family, friends, and familiar faces

Adding a distinctly political dimension to the affair were two of the most recognizable names in American public life: Hillary and Bill Clinton. Hillary, 77, has long been a mentor and close friend to Abedin, who served as her top aide for years and played a prominent role in her 2016 presidential campaign.

During the event, Hillary was seen sharing a quiet moment with Abedin’s 13-year-old son Jordan, whom she co-parents with her ex-husband, former congressman Anthony Weiner. It was a touching scene—one that underscored the deep familial bonds at the heart of this celebration.

Bill Clinton, 78, arrived under the watchful eyes of Secret Service agents, a reminder of the storied history that lingers around the Clintons wherever they go. Yet, the tone remained warm and personal throughout the evening, more about friendship than formality.

A relationship built on shared values

Abedin and Soros’s journey to the altar has been as swift as it has been heartfelt. The couple met in fall 2023 at a mutual friend’s birthday party. According to Vogue, the initial spark came from a conversation about politics and public service—shared interests that would soon become the foundation of something more meaningful.

By late May 2024, Soros had proposed to Abedin at their New York City home. Though the couple waited until July to publicly announce their engagement—via a romantic Instagram post showing Soros down on one knee—they later celebrated formally in Italy with friends and family. “This happened… we couldn’t be happier, more grateful, or more in love ❤️ 😍 💍,” Soros captioned the announcement, a glimpse into the private joy behind their public lives.

Finding love after transformation

Both Abedin and Soros have spoken candidly about how unexpected their connection was. In an interview with New York Magazine, Soros admitted that before meeting Abedin, he hadn’t had a relationship that lasted more than three months in over a decade. “It’s, like, the first time I realized I had been mistaking lust for love,” he said.

Abedin, too, expressed surprise at the depth and compatibility of their relationship. “I had never imagined I would meet someone whose life so seamlessly blended with mine,” she shared, reflecting on the sense of ease and understanding that quickly grew between them. It’s a pairing that makes sense—both come from high-profile families with complex legacies, both have lived under public scrutiny, and both are deeply committed to causes greater than themselves.

The promise of the weekend ahead

With the rehearsal dinner setting the stage, anticipation grew for the ceremony itself. As Vogue later reported, the wedding would blend traditions from both the bride’s Muslim background and the groom’s Jewish heritage. It was a celebration not just of love, but of mutual respect, family, and unity across cultures.

From the quiet affection seen in pre-wedding moments to the larger-than-life legacy surrounding their guests, Huma Abedin and Alex Soros’s wedding weekend represents a coming together of many worlds—political, philanthropic, and deeply personal. In a summer season often dominated by celebrity headlines, theirs stands apart as a thoughtful, grounded celebration of partnership and purpose.