Former Hillary Clinton aide Huma Abedin and Alex Soros, son of billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros, were married in the Hamptons on June 14th. The couple’s courtship began not in Washington or at a campaign event, but at a birthday party hosted by their mutual friend, banker James Rothschild. It was fall 2023, and Rothschild, the financier known for his ties to both the London and New York elite, was celebrating with his wife, Nicky Hilton Rothschild. Less than two years later, the casual chat at a party led to a power wedding attended by luminaries from the political left.
The wedding took place at the Soros family estate in Water Mill, New York. The weekend included an interfaith ceremony honouring both Abedin’s Muslim and Soros’s Jewish heritage, followed by a rain-kissed Saturday celebration that lost no energy. The bride wore two custom gowns—one by Givenchy, another by Erdem—each detailed with personal touches, including embroidery dedicated to her late father. Soros wore Dior.
Guests included political and cultural heavyweights like Hillary and Bill Clinton, Vice President Kamala Harris, Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, Jennifer Lawrence, Sienna Miller, and Jimmy Fallon. James Rothschild and Nicky Hilton were also in attendance, witnessing the union that first took shape under their watch. The event was catered by Olivier Cheng, and the entertainment included a surprise performance by Boyz II Men. Rather than traditional wedding favors, the couple encouraged donations to Vow for Girls, a global nonprofit fighting child marriage.
Abedin and Soros share a public-facing life grounded in influence and service. She is a veteran of national politics with decades of experience in diplomatic and campaign strategy. He is the chairman of the Open Society Foundations, overseeing billions in annual grants to democratic and civil society initiatives around the world. While their careers have often kept them in separate corners of global affairs, their relationship has been marked by shared values and a growing overlap in philanthropic priorities.
The ceremony felt personal despite the guest list. Soros delivered remarks thanking his father, George, for his influence, while also nodding to the legacy he now feels responsible for continuing. Abedin spoke about resilience, respect, and the unexpected nature of love.
The Abedin-Soros wedding brought together political lineage, financial legacy, and personal connection, all sparked by a fateful meeting at James Rothschild’s birthday party. Their partnership is built on an embrace of positive philanthropy, public service, and, for those who know the couple well, genuine affection.