Instagram/John F. Kennedy Jr. & Car Celebrity Discover the secret wedding of JFK Jr. & Carolyn Bessette on remote Cumberland Island, revealed in FX's new series "Love Story. March 24, 2026 AceShowbiz - John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette prioritized privacy above all else when planning their wedding. Carolyn was determined to avoid the glare of public attention on her special day, refusing to be the center of a media circus. To achieve this, John suggested Cumberland Island, a remote 18-mile-long stretch off the coast of Georgia accessible only by boat or helicopter.