AceShowbiz - Chad Franke has officially embarked on a new chapter in life. The 20-year-old son of Ruby Franke and her ex-husband Kevin Franke married his fiancée Kam Anderson on October 10, with his sister Shari Franke sharing the joyous news via social media.

In an Instagram Stories post, Shari expressed her excitement, posting a nostalgic picture of her younger brother and writing, “Guys, can you believe this dude got married today?” She followed up with a more recent photo of Chad, referring to him as her “bestie forever” while warmly welcoming her new sister-in-law.

“Welcome to our crazy family @glowwithkamm @kamryn_.a,” she added. “You guys are gonna DIE over their pics!” The celebratory mood was palpable, but it was bittersweet as one significant family member, Ruby, was absent from the wedding festivities.

Ruby is currently serving a prison sentence of up to 30 years after pleading guilty to four counts of second-degree aggravated child abuse. Despite her absence, Ruby previously conveyed her hopes for Chad's happiness during a court hearing in 2024. “To my babies, you are a part of me. I believed dark was light and right was wrong,” she stated. “I would do anything in this world for you.”

Chad first shared the news of his engagement to Kam, who is 21, back in June. He posted a video capturing the moment he proposed against a stunning mountain backdrop. Kam's delighted reaction included hands over her mouth in shock followed by a heartfelt hug. Chad captioned the memorable post on June 15, saying, “Best day I've ever had. #engaged #proposal.”

Following the engagement announcement, Chad received an outpouring of love and support from friends and family. His sister Shari wasted no time in welcoming Kam into their family, commenting on the post with “NEW SISSY.” The bond between the siblings and their new addition is clearly strong.

The couple's wedding comes amidst a backdrop of family challenges, particularly with Ruby's legal troubles overshadowing significant family events. However, the celebration of love between Chad and Kam brings a moment of joy and hope for the future.

As for other notable weddings in the celebrity world, Cory Booker and Alexis Lewis exchanged vows in two separate ceremonies, first legally in Newark, New Jersey, and then in an intimate setting in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, Tyler Stanaland and Hannah Morissey eloped in Laguna Beach, California, describing their day as an “absolute dream come true.”

In addition, Jon Gosselin married Stephanie Lebo in a private ceremony, with some of his children from his previous marriage present to celebrate. The year has seen numerous star couples tie the knot, each with their unique stories and celebrations.

As Chad and Kam step into their new life together, the Franke family continues to navigate their complexities, but the joy of this union shines brightly amidst the challenges.