It’s hard not to get swept up in the magic of this wedding surprise video. Even for someone like me, who usually steers clear of overly sentimental moments unless they’re coated in irony, there’s something undeniably heartwarming about it. We’ve all seen those TV or radio shows where hosts orchestrate acts of kindness for people in need, and while the intentions may be genuine, there’s often a hint of contrivance.

But then, there are moments like this:

This is a classic tale where a desperate individual reaches out to compassionate radio hosts for help with a pressing and seemingly insurmountable problem. In this case, it was Kya and Matt Debono, a young couple from Sydney, Australia, struggling to cover the costs of their dream wedding. Adding to their woes was the tragic passing of Kya’s mother, leaving her in a perpetual state of sadness.

With Matt out of work and eager to support Kya, he penned a heartfelt letter to Kyle and Jackie O of KIIS 1065 radio, pouring out their struggles and seeking guidance. A month later, the couple found themselves invited onto the show under the guise of participating in a new segment. Little did they know, they were about to receive the surprise of a lifetime.

On air, they were promised a lavish wedding and honeymoon, but what made it truly unforgettable was their request for Ed Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud” as their first dance song. To their astonishment, Ed Sheeran himself showed up to serenade them in person.

This heartwarming surprise performance by Ed Sheeran for a young fan is yet another example of his genuine kindness and warmth.

What sets these surprise appearances apart is Ed Sheeran’s infectious good spirit and down-to-earth nature. As Kyle and Jackie O ask in the description of their YouTube video documenting Kya and Matt Debono’s wedding surprise, “Is there a nicer guy than Ed Sheeran?”