The daughter of legendary British actor Laurence Olivier may be banned from getting married in the church where her father's funeral rites were staged. Actress Julie-Kate Olivier had planned to wed fiance Paul Bigley, of Shakespeare In Love fame, at 12th century St James's Church in Ashurst, Sussex, England. But new rules mean only couples who live within the immediate area are allowed to tie the knot at the picturesque place of worship. Non-locals can apply for a license, but they are rarely granted. Bigley says, "Because it is such a beautiful church, lots of couples drive past and think, 'We'd love to get married there, ' so the church has imposed restrictions. The vicar says that despite Julie-Kate's family's close ties, he isn't allowed to make an exception and we have to apply for a special licence. We are just hoping it is OK."...
- 2/5/2002
- WENN
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