Actors Dougray Scott and Claire Forlani married in a private civil ceremony in Italy yesterday. The couple, who met a year and a half ago after being introduced by mutual friends, went on to enjoy their wedding reception at the Forlani family home in rural Pievebovigliana.

Speaking before the ceremony, Forlani's Italian father told local newspaper Il Resto Del Carlino that, "I will be the official cook of the event."

Desperate Housewives star Scott proposed to Meet Joe Black beauty Forlani in Los Angeles last September, reports website People.com.

-Claire Forlani Pictures

(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)