Andrea & Robert
Wedding Party
Theresa Lagestee
Matron of Honor
Theresa and Andrea met 10 years ago when they were in a wedding together. It didn't take long to realize that their love of wine would bond them forever whether hiking then drinking wine, sushi dinners with wine, mindless TV and wine, Disney nights with wine, wine, and wine. She's the friend you want in your corner, she's loyal, generous and funny as hell. She listens intently and gives the best advice even if it's not what you want to hear. She's also the only one who truly appreciates Andi's Mexi-Sauciness and instead of taking it personally, she applauds it. Theresa lives in San Clemente with her husband Jay and is the hottest AND coolest stepmom in OC. Thank you for your love and support ALWAYS, now let's get this "sip n snap" party started and don't worry I've got your nose spray!
Lennie Alvarez
Best Man
Lennie is Rob’s cousin and brother from another mother. They have been playmates, teammates, adventure mates and best mates since birth. Len and Summer have been married for 14 years and they have 2 crazy boys (Gavin 9 and Dylan 8) and a princess for a daughter (Kennedy 6). He recently moved to Arizona and is a District Sales Manager for One Plus North America. The only negatives about him are his poor choice in sports teams (San Diego Chargers, Oakland A’s and LA Clippers). Feel free to taunt him by verbally abusing his teams.
Kristina Padilla
Bridesmaid
Kristina and Andi grew up together and are godsisters. Their parents are high school best friends so it was inevitable they too would become best friends. Not only are their birthdays 8 days apart but they also share the same obsessive love of dogs; especially their own. She's been a sister on every level: from fighting as kids to leaning on her during rough times to raging at the bars. Her energy is infectious and she'll never say NO to a good time. She lives in Anaheim Hills with her boyfriend Alex and recently opened her own mobile dog grooming business! She's someone Andi has always been able to count on. Andi couldn't imagine doing this without her by her side. Not to mention she quite literally gives THE BEST hugs in the world. I swear, ask her for one, you won't be disappointed.
Mike Kral
Groomsman
Mike is Rob’s oldest childhood friend and roommate. They decided to be friends for life when they met on their first day of kindergarten and have remained besties since then. Mike is engaged to his 2nd best friend Stacey and lives in Huntington Beach. He is shaping the kids of our future as an award-winning history teacher at Fountain Valley High School (Go Barons) and is also the head freshmen football coach. If you would like to start a conversation with him ask him anything about European history or why he doesn’t put cheese on his hamburgers.
Jennifer Reinig
Bridesmaid
Andi met Jen on the softball field 28 years ago. They spent most of their time playing travel softball and off the field doing stupid things like learning dances, prank calling, licking gummy bears and throwing them on the ceilings of hotel rooms or doing donuts in front of people's houses. They've been a constant in each other's lives and she's the one Andi can count on for a good mindless TV and food binge without guilt, random adventures, or being a companion because both had to have a tooth pulled out at the same time (yes this happened). She lives in Newport and works as a Speech Therapist at Eader Elementary in Huntington Beach. She's a very loyal friend who loves adventure and will always put you before herself. Her specialty is sarcasm; if it were a sport she'd be an Olympian.
Wray Watkins
Groomsman
Rob’s childhood friend and partner in crime. They met on the football field at age 11 where Robs dad, coach Raul Alvarez, taught them about teamwork, determination and how to talk trash. Wray has 3 great kids (Darius 16, Malachi 13 and Macy 11) and lives in Fountain Valley. He is widely considered the best Exercise Physiologist at Hoag Executive Health in Newport Beach. Wray is a Jiu-jitsu purple belt but he keeps losing in tournaments so don’t bring it up. He also continues to train hard with the hope to one day beat Rob in the 40 yard dash.
Aly Crume
Bridesmaid
Aly married Andi's best friend Darren and while Andi appreciated Darren's friendship over the years, once he brought Aly in, it was game over and Aly quickly became Andi's favorite. They bonded over love of 90s hip hop, wine and spin. For meeting somebody so late in life, they just clicked and were so alike on every level. Aly is the best mom to the best baby ever, Kenton, and works part time as a Marketing Consultant and spin instructor. She is a breath of fresh air and the friend you LOVE to be around because her personality is so infectious. She'll make you laugh, even though she's not trying; she'll offer advice that you probably didn't think of on your own, her 90s hip hop playlist is impeccable and she'll dance it out with you anytime anywhere. Here's to many more dance parties!
Nick Spatafore
Groomsman
Nick aka "Spatty" is Rob’s family friend and old roommate. They played high school baseball together and are still reliving their glory days playing slow-pitch softball every week. Nick never misses an Alvarez family event and is even considered an honorary family member. He is a successful commercial real estate broker and the First Vice President at CB Richard Ellis in Newport Beach. He has also been voted the most eligible bachelor…by Andi and Rob. If you would like to strike up a conversation with him ask him about wine, country music or the OC real estate market.
Oscar
Dog of Honor
Oscar came into Andrea's life 11 years ago and it's never been the same since. He's been there through many of life's challenges and triumphs as her best friend, companion and support. He's quite the life of the party, always making people laugh with his obnoxious behavior and not one to hold back on affection whether through licks to the face or plopping himself on your lap even if uninvited. Oscar and Robert have developed quite the bond: they are quite famous at Home Depot and most of HB's drive thru restaurants and their favorite thing to do is run at the beach or the park. There's not much these three don't do together from dinners, happy hour, Lake Havasu, camping, movie nights - he brings so much joy to their lives and will do so especially on the big day (they hope)!