It was a night full of love, glamour, and media royalty as Louis Ruggiero Jr., the son of Good Day New York anchor Rosanna Scotto, married his fiancée, Mia Nowotarski, in a stunning ceremony at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City on March 7, 2026. The event was a true star-studded affair, with several big names from Fox 5 News in attendance, including Dan Bowens, Bianca Peters, Natasha Verma, and meteorologist Mike Woods. 💖✨
A Dream Wedding Ceremony 💒
The ceremony, officiated by Scotto’s dear friend Timothy Cardinal Dolan, was filled with emotion and joy. Rosanna Scotto and her husband Louis Ruggiero walked down the aisle with their son and his bride’s baby, Vincent. It was a picture-perfect moment of family love and support. 🥰👰🤵
Fairytale Reception at the Prince George Ballroom 🎉
The wedding reception took place at the legendary Prince George Ballroom in downtown Manhattan, transformed into a magical wonderland by event maestro Larry Scott. Guests were treated to lush floral arrangements, glowing candlelight, and elegant décor that made the ballroom feel like it was straight out of a fairytale. ✨🌷
Bridal Beauty and Elegance 👗
Mia Nowotarski, 28, stunned in a Pnina Tornai wedding gown from Kleinfeld Bridal, featuring a strapless design and a basque waist. She accessorized with a lace veil and diamond necklace, radiating beauty on her special day. Her groom, Louis Ruggiero Jr., 31, looked dashing in a cream jacket and black bow-tie. Together, they shared a magical first dance to “Spin You Around” by Morgan Wallen, with the dance floor packed until the night’s end. 💃🕺
Family, Love, and Laughter 💖
The night was full of joy, with Rosanna’s mom Marion “Mama” Scotto cracking jokes about making sure her “famous meatballs” were served just right. Family moments were abundant, as Rosanna’s sister Elaina Scotto, brother John Scotto, and daughter Jenna Ruggiero celebrated alongside the couple. 👏🍝
A Beautiful Beginning 🌟
Louis Jr. and Mia’s wedding was the culmination of their journey together. The couple got engaged in 2023 and welcomed their son Vincent in February 2024. The celebration at St. Patrick’s Cathedral marked the beginning of a new chapter in their love story. Here’s to many more years of happiness, love, and cherished family moments! 🥂💍
