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Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker's Anniversary Party

An exclusive first look at Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker's anniversary party.
By Charli Penn · Updated October 28, 2020
01
A Match Made in Heaven

Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker celebrate one year of marital bliss at their Los Angeles home over Memorial Day weekend.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
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02
Lets Get the Party Started

Niecy and Jay kick off the party in style and with a sweet twist. The newlyweds cut the first slice of cake together.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
03
Welcome to Our Home

Friends and family met at Niecy and Jay’s home for an afternoon sunlit dinner. The weather was perfect in classic Southern California style.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
04
Special Details

Photos of Niecy and Jay throughout the years were placed as decorative accents to the decor.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
05
Sweet Bliss

The couple’s three-layer cake trimmed with rhinestones and topped with orange flowers was a sweet main attraction.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
06
Smile for the Camera

Approximately 130 guests attended the celebration, many of whom are Niecy’s celebrity friends. The actress is pictured with Lisa Leslie, Kita Williams, Sean Robinson, Simone Smith, Flex Alexander and Monique Jackson.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
07
Wine and Dine

Guests dined outside beneath the stars on green roundtables by the poolside.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
08
The Tuckers Under the Blue Skies

The Tuckers thanked everyone for their love and support with these poetic words. Each letter was personally signed by the Mr. and Mrs. themselves.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
09
Friendly Love

Longtime friends Niecy and Angela Bassett smile for the camera, proving there’s no love like the support of a good girlfriend.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
10
Love Tastes So Sweet

Love was in the air as Niecy fed Jay a slice of their anniversary cake.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
11
A Star-Studded Affair

Brandy, Jenifer Lewis and Frenchie Davis were all dressed with smiles and a sun-kissed glow.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
12
That Voice

Frenchie Davis belts out a song for the newlyweds in a way only she can do.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
13
It’s a Party

Everyone put on their dancing shoes and boogied the day away.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
14
Let the Good Times Roll

Mostly couples attended the celebration and once the music dropped, the dancing didn’t stop.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
15
A Circle So Strong

Niecy has an extraordinary group of friends and by the looks of it, they couldn’t be happier for her.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
16
Dance, Dance, Dance

Niecy grooves down the Soul Train Line and shows her guests how to get down in style.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
17
Fun Times

Angela Bassett shows off her happy feet.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
18
Happy Couples Unite

Niecy and Jay joined Shanice and Flex for a special photo moment.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
19
Nothing Like a Friend

Niecy Nash and Angela Bassett admire the wedding celebration festivities together.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
20
Sweet Paradise

Niecy and William P. Miller, the event planner who pulled the day’s festivities together for her, were all smiles.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
21
Sisterly Love

Brandy and Niecy pose for a glam shot.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
22
Love is in the Air

Niecy and Jay share a romantic moment on the dance floor.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
23
Gather Around and Get Down

As the sun began to set, the party continued. Every couple could be found on the dance floor.

Inside Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker’s Anniversary Party
William P. Miller/Photos: Earl Gibson
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