Aliyah & Marcus
"I Do" Crew
Stacy Brim
Best Man
Blood couldn't have made us any closer, brother! You've been a part of this crazy family for so long. When most people would have dipped, you stuck around! Thank you for always being supportive, taking me to Sox's games, throwing em back with me, and being by my side when I needed you. I'm grateful you're going to be my Best Man.
El-Amin Truss
Groomsman
We caused trouble together as kids and now we're causing trouble together as adults! This friendship runs deep. Let El tell it, he's the reason Aliyah and I are together. He did instigate our relationship by telling me she had a crush on me, so thank you! Honored to have you stand by my side on my wedding day as one of my Groomsmen.
Leonta (Leon) Bennett
Groomsman
My Greyhound brother! To say you are a clown is an understatement. Wherever you go, you always cause trouble and bring the laughter. We shared a football field together for four years and many years of friendship afterward. No matter the distance between us, we can always pick right up where we left off. Now, you're in my wedding as one of my Groomsmen. I appreciate you!
Ryan Dearon
Man of Honor
From our awkward high school days to our post-college-graduation glow up, Ryan has been one of the most loyal friends I could have ever asked for. He's been there with me through the best of times and the worst of times providing laughs, critical perspectives, and a lot of shameless twerking sessions along the way. There was no one else better suited to be my Man of Honor!
Ashantae (Shan) Hardy
Maid of Honor
My big sister; Shan has been a role model and inspiration to me since I was a little girl. Despite our age difference, she always worked to maintain a close bond with me, her kid sister! We've had our share of heart-to-hearts and she's always been one of my greatest supporters! I couldn't be more thrilled for her to be my Maid of Honor.
Alex Cunningham
Bridesmaid
My found sister! Ride or die would be an understatement. Alex has been by my side as a friend and confidant for 6 years now and she's proven her love and loyalty to me a million times over. I am grateful to have her light shining brightly in my life on a daily basis and even more honored for her to serve as my Bridesmaid.
Renee Romano
Officiant
Our second Mom! Renee and Aliyah meet at the beginning of Aliyah's college career 7 years ago. Renee went above and beyond the call of duty, serving as a mentor, guide, confidant, friend, and mother to Aliyah during some of the most challenging and difficult times of her life. Not only was Renee a listening ear, but she was also a pure soul and welcomed Marcus in as a son! We do not have the words to express how much Renee means to both of us. We are just so incredibly grateful for the role she's played in our lives. There was no one else we wanted to marry us more than her. We're thrilled she will be officiating our wedding!