I’m Clover Jean (yes, that’s my real name), a Black British native English-speaking wedding celebrant and singer based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Over 25 years, I’ve delivered more than 600 secular ceremonies. I enjoy speaking in front of people; sharing love stories to bring everyone together. And I support Dutch, expats, international, interracial, and interfaith couples who want a meaningful wedding experience. No two couples are the same; each is one-of-a-kind!
I’m an expat from the UK, with Afro-Caribbean heritage. Born in Shepherd’s Bush, London (1968), I moved to Amsterdam in the late 80’s and became a Black British resident of the Netherlands. My parents are West Indian; a Jamaican mum (Religious) and St. Lucian dad (Atheist). I’m a proud auntie (Interfaith) with beautiful nieces and a handsome nephew.
As an energetic and outgoing celebrant, my working background is hospitality management, travel and tour guiding, caregiver, performing and singing.
People say; I’m a bold celebrant with an awesome sense of humour, warm and understanding who brings joy to each wedding or event. And I’m optimistic with a passionate and humanistic approach to life! My hobbies are gardening, swimming, travelling, BBC 4, apple pie with whipped cream, and chilling on my sofa.
I became a celebrant out of sheer luck, my journey began in 2008. A non-religious couple from Texel, NL said ‘Will you marry us? ‘Of course!’ (but, I’d never done the job before.) So, I put on a toga, wig and the Black Wedding Celebrant Abroad service was born. I love the excitement of the ceremony and creating lasting memories. Need I say more about me? I’m curious about you!
