Regina Van Helvert Marries Dr Chris: First Videos from 'Igbo-themed' Traditional Wedding Drop

Regina Van Helvert Marries Dr Chris: First Videos from 'Igbo-themed' Traditional Wedding Drop

  • Media personality Regina Van Helvert has tied the knot with Dr Chris in a colourful traditional wedding in Accra
  • The couple's traditional outfits showcased cultural vibes reminiscent of Igbo wedding customs in Nigeria
  • First videos from Van Helvert's have emerged online, warming the hearts of many admirers and social media users

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Media personality Regina Van Helvert has married her fiancé, Dr Chris, in Accra, today, April 23, 2026.

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Regina Van Helvert marries Dr Chris in a lovely traditional wedding ceremony. Photo source: georgebannerman, @menscook
Source: Instagram

Van Helvert had released a pre-wedding video on her Instagram page on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, announcing her upcoming marriage to Dr Chris.

The pre-wedding video showed Van Helvert and Chris posing in different affectionate positions as they showcased their love for each other. The presenter had a ring on her finger.

Barely 24 hours after the announcement, the couple's wedding proceedings began with a traditional ceremony.

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Regina Van Helvert's fiancé, Dr Chris, surprises her with a romantic proposal ahead of their wedding. Photo source: @proposalgh
Source: Instagram

Regina Van Helvert's traditional wedding videos emerge

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First videos from the traditional marriage ceremony of Van Helvert and Dr Chris have emerged, showing exciting scenes.

Regina Van Helvert rocks a red gown with traditional accessories, including coral beads around her neck and hair. Her dress flows beautifully to the floor.

For Dr Chris, it is a burgundy agbada with a matching cap. His look is complemented by layered coral bead necklaces.

The couple's outfits gave off a cultural vibe similar to what pertains during weddings of the Igbo people of Nigeria.

One of the videos shows the couple in a room in what looks like a photo session.

Van Helvert leans affectionately toward Chris, looking up at his face with admiration, while he gazes down at her.

Watch the TikTok video below:

Another video shows the couple standing together after Chris puts the ring upon Regina's finger while a man speaks to them.

Watch the TikTok video below:

In a third video, the couple steps onto the dancefloor to exhibit some moves.

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Regina Van-Helvert speaks about dream man

Regina Van Helvert discussed her choice of partner during an exclusive interview with TV3's 3Xtra in September 2024.

Asked if she thought a man who could not cook was a red flag, she replied in the affirmative, explaining that it was important for a man to know his way around the kitchen, describing it as romantic.

"Seriously, you need to learn how to cook. I mean, it is romantic. Imagine me waking up in the morning, you have cooked for me, and you are singing good morning, darling, breakfast is here," she said.

The Twitter video of Regina Van-Helvert speaking about red flags in a man is below.

All about Regina Van Helvert’s husband-to-be

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Regina Van Helvert’s fiancé, known as Chris Kweku on social media, has drawn attention despite keeping a very private life away from the spotlight.

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He is believed to be a medical practitioner, though specific details about his career and background remain largely undisclosed to the public.

Aside from his profession, Chris Kweku is active on X, where he shares football memes and reactions, showing his strong passion for the sport.

Source: YEN.com.gh

Authors:
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Jeffrey Owusu-Mensah (HOD Entertainment) Jeffrey is the Head of the Entertainment Desk and a graduate of the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ) with over 15 years of experience in journalism. He started as a reporter with Ghana News Agency (GNA). He joined Primnewsghana.com in 2016 as an editor. He moved to YEN.com.gh in 2017 as an editor and has risen to his current position. You can contact him via e-mail: j.owusu-mensah@yen.com.gh