American Idol alum Jax and Brave Gregg Tie the Knot
Over the weekend, American Idol season 14 alum and viral star Jax married her fiancé Brave Gregg in Scottsdale, Arizona. The couple celebrated with roughly 300 friends and family members who traveled to share in the occasion.
In an intimate preview before the festivities, the 27-year-old musician and TikTok personality described their relationship as a blend of deep friendship and creative partnership: “We were best friends first, accidental business partners in life and creative soulmates of each other,” she said.
The wedding events began on Friday night with a rehearsal dinner in Scottsdale. The formal ceremony took place the following day, beginning at 4 p.m. local time. Rather than keeping the day extremely small, the couple chose to celebrate with the many people they’ve met and worked with over the past two years, turning the weekend into a large, joyful party for loved ones.
Jax’s brother Matt, a retired U.S. Marine, officiated the ceremony. About her wedding dress, Jax explained that it symbolized both families coming together: “It’s such a perfect combination of both of our families stitched into one dress,” she said, describing elements that reflected East Coast sparkle and West Coast vintage sensibilities all in a single, simple gown.
The couple married in Scottsdale, Arizona
Jax elaborated on the dress’s design, noting the way it merged her family’s East Coast “sparkle, glitz and glam” with Brave’s West Coast, vintage and free-spirited aesthetic. She admitted she felt both beautiful and true to herself in the gown, remarking that she tends toward a tomboy style and hadn’t worn a dress in a long time.
She walked down the aisle to a medley of romantic pop-punk songs. Wayne Wilkins, a producer close to the couple, performed an arrangement on a white Casio piano as the bridal party processed. At the altar, the two exchanged handwritten vows that blended traditional sentiment with personal touches. Brave expressed what many in the room felt: “I get to finally walk down the aisle with my best friend, the love of my life and spend the rest of my life with her.”
Instagram post shared by JAX — moments from the wedding day and behind-the-scenes highlights were posted to the couple’s social channels.
The ceremony and reception were Pop/Punk themed
For the reception, Jax and Brave leaned into a nostalgic emo and pop-punk vibe. “From the get-go we both wanted to throw an emo-themed reception — we’re both kids at heart,” Brave said, describing the aesthetic choices that guided the evening. The couple envisioned an early- to mid-2000s pop-punk atmosphere, with emo colors, playful styling and a sense of fun that welcomed several generations.
Jax changed into a black dress for the reception, embracing the edgy theme. She joked about the playful contrast they planned to create for guests: “We’re going to have our grandparents wearing guyliner.” The couple also hinted that musical friends in attendance might jump on stage to perform during the celebration. The seated dinner included choices such as braised short rib and Chilean sea bass, reflecting a blend of comfort and elevated cuisine.
Later in the evening, Jax and Brave shared their first dance to “All I Wanted” by Paramore, a meaningful selection that fused the romantic and the nostalgic. “We want the traditional, spiritual and romantic for our families. And then the fun off the wall for friends,” Jax said, explaining how they balanced ceremony and party across the day.
Speaking about her partner, Jax emphasized the deep friendship at the center of their union: “Brave is first and foremost my best friend before anything. He’s the Arizona warmth to my New York cold. The patience to my craziness. The calm to my storm.” She credited him with grounding and stability during a very eventful period in her life, adding that their differences strengthen their bond.
Brave popped the question to Jax on New Year’s Eve 2022 before her New Year’s Rockin’ Eve performance
The couple’s engagement took place on New Year’s Eve 2022, just before Jax’s performance on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. Brave surprised her in a hospitality suite adorned with candles and rose petals, creating a romantic moment amid the excitement of the holiday event. Jax later shared the engagement ring while celebrating with New York City revelers, marking the start of their journey toward marriage.
Instagram reel shared by JAX — highlights from the proposal and engagement celebrations have been posted online, capturing candid and joyful moments.
Throughout the weekend and in comments afterward, the couple emphasized how music, friendship and shared creativity shaped their celebration. By blending sentimental rituals with an energetic pop-punk reception, Jax and Brave created a wedding that honored family traditions while reflecting their personalities and artistic community.
Family, music and a playful spirit were at the heart of the day — a reflection of a partnership built on friendship and a shared sense of fun, ready to move forward together.