Wells Adams: The Unexpected Star Who Stole the Spotlight at His Wedding

When Wells Adams married Sarah Hyland in August 2022, the celebration was packed with celebrity guests. But according to Wells, one surprise guest unexpectedly took center stage in terms of fan attention: Olympic snowboarder Shaun White.

Wedding Surprise

On The Viall Files: Reality Recap podcast, Wells shared that he anticipated actress Sofia Vergara to be the main attraction. While she was indeed popular with the crowd, it was Shaun—nicknamed the “Flying Tomato”—who became the true star of the night.

Guests flocked to him, including fellow celebs, eager for selfies and introductions. Wells admitted he was pleasantly surprised by the level of attention Shaun received.

Grace Under Pressure

Despite the attention, Shaun remained calm and gracious throughout. Wells described him as “really, really gracious and lovely,” letting everyone, including Wells’s “frat bros,” snap photos without complaint.

Wedding Advice Gone Right

Wells also offered tips to his bridal guests before the ceremony: he encouraged them to enjoy the evening, but "be cool" around the famous attendees. He didn’t want anyone making the VIPs uncomfortable—advice that clearly paid off.

Love Lessons from Reality TV

Beyond weddings and sports figures, Wells also opened up about how Bachelor-style romance taught him to plan and host thoughtful, memorable dates. For example, he treated Sarah to a helicopter ride and zip-lining over Catalina Island—proof that Bachelor Nation romance has its perks.

Final Take

Wells Adams's wedding story proves that unexpected guests can end up being the real stars—even Sasha White, not Sofia. From smooth celebrity interactions to romance inspired by reality TV, Wells’s story shows that memorable celebrations are full of surprises, balance, and generosity.