Jenna Bush Hager spent her final hours as a single woman in an unexpected way, with her twin sister by her side. During the Monday, June 1 episode of TODAY With Jenna & Sheinelle, the host, who is 44 years old, shared that she spent the night with her sister Barbara before the celebrations at her parents’ ranch in Texas.
“There was really bad weather the night before and my mom woke Barbara and I up — we slept together because we’re twins,” she recalled.
“Wait, the night before your wedding you slept with your sister?” co-host Sheinelle Jones asked. “Awww, that is the sweetest thing!”
However, their mother, Laura Bush, who is 79, wasn’t as amused. “She was like, ‘We need to change the sheets!’ And Barbara was like, ‘Gross, Mom! This isn’t The Other Boleyn Girl!’” Jenna recounted, referencing King Henry VIII arranging romantic meetings with Anne Boleyn and her sister, Mary.
“My mom was like, ‘Girls, get out of bed! A tornado came and hit the tent, but everything’s fine!’” the media personality continued. “And we were like… she’s a very calm lady, but we were like, ‘Huh?’”
Jenna and her husband, Henry, who is 48, got married in 2008 at her parents’ Prairie Chapel Ranch in Crawford, Texas. The couple has three children: Mila, who is 13, Poppy, who is 10, and Hal, who is 6.
Jenna Bush Hager’s Dad George W. Bush Knew She Was Going to Marry Henry
During the Friday, May 22 episode of TODAY With Jenna & Sheinelle, Jenna shared the moment her father, George W. Bush, realized she and Henry were destined to marry. The couple embarked on what the former president called a “make-or-break tour” starting at her grandmother’s home in west Texas.
“She packed us up a little cooler with some snacks from Southwest Airlines, some peanuts and such,” Jenna recalled. “And then we drove to Portland, Oregon. We hiked the Grand Canyon. We camped out in West Texas… and my dad was like, ‘If y’all get home and still like each other, I bet you’ll get married.’ And we did.”
George W. Bush Thinks Daughter Jenna Married a ‘Really Good Guy’
George gushed over his daughter’s wedding in a radio broadcast following the 2008 nuptials. “This is a joyous occasion for our family as we celebrate the happy life ahead of [Jenna] and her husband, Henry,” he said at the time. “Our little girl, Jenna, married a really good guy.”
The 79-year-old added, “The wedding was spectacular. It’s all we could have hoped for … It was just a special day and a wonderful day, and we’re mighty blessed.”
Jenna Bush Hager’s Wedding Story: From Twin Night to Family Traditions
Jenna’s wedding day was filled with heartfelt moments and family traditions. As a twin, she shared a unique experience with her sister Barbara, which brought laughter and nostalgia to the event. The weather had been unpredictable, and even though a tornado hit the area, everything turned out fine.
Her mother, Laura Bush, played a role in ensuring the event ran smoothly, despite the unexpected challenges. The family’s bond was evident throughout the celebration, especially with the presence of her father, George W. Bush, who expressed pride in his daughter’s choice of partner.
The wedding was not only a personal milestone for Jenna and Henry but also a significant event for the entire Bush family. George W. Bush, known for his leadership and warmth, spoke highly of his daughter’s new life with Henry. He described the day as a “special day and a wonderful day,” emphasizing the family’s gratitude and blessings.
For Jenna, the wedding was a culmination of love, family, and tradition. From the pre-wedding night with her twin sister to the support of her parents, every moment was meaningful. The event reflected the strong relationships that have shaped her life and the foundation of her marriage.
As the couple continues to build their life together, the memories of their wedding day will remain a cherished part of their story.
