Wedding Party
Emily Rhyne
Matron of Honor
Emily and Brynn met in 2013 while touring with "Mamma Mia!". They were bus mates and traveled all over the United States together. They have had too many adventures and have laughed more together than most do in a lifetime.
Anna Kaelin Hammer
Bridesmaid
Anna and Brynn met while cruising with Norwegian Cruise Line. Anna met her now husband at the same time that Brynn and Kurt met. Anna and Brynn have a special bond that only two girls that are in a contract full of "sah dudes" on a cruise ship can develop.
Georgia (Marshelle) Viertel
Bridesmaid
Brynn met Georgia-aka Marshelle at a community theatre audition for "Annie" back in 2004? They got each other's instant messenger usernames after the show, would message each other every day, and quickly became best friends. Marshelle has one of the most delightful senses of humor and Brynn is thrilled that she gets to be part of her big day.
Amanda Smith
Bridesmaid
Amanda and Brynn met when Brynn's brother, Paul, brought her by the house and introduced them. Little did she know she was meeting her future sister-in-law. Amanda is the kindest, most patient mother to Hallie and (by the time of the wedding) Harper. She also takes pretty good care of Paul. Brynn really won the sister in law lottery with Amanda.
Brittany Taylor
Bridesmaid
Brynn and Brittany met while studying Musical Theatre at Abilene Christian University. Brittany is one of the funniest people on the planet and has stayed in contact with Brynn throughout the years. She met Kurt at the very beginning of Brynn and Kurt's relationship when they took a trip to visit Los Angeles. Brynn is so happy to further strengthen their friendship by having her in her wedding.
Ben Hope
Best Man
Honestly, the significance of Kurt and Ben's friendship is hard to summarize in a caption. They grew up together. They survived college (and New York City) together. They helped each other grow as Artists. They’ve shared the stage countless times. They’ve travelled the world. They’ve been each other’s council. And they’ve found themselves in situations that could NEVER be shared on a website like this! Ben is a brother. And is more than deserving of the title, “Best Man.”
Gray Lloyd
Groomsman
Kurt and Gray grew up in the same neighborhood of Bluff Park, Alabama. And while most kids were discovering their love of sports, they were discovering their love of movies. Their production company, KG Films, produced such "blockbusters" as "Independence Day 2," a remake of the Hitchcock film, "Psycho," and the cult-classic "Super Huntin'." Their paths separated a bit after high school and college. But Kurt and Gray have reunited in recent years. To which Kurt is thankful. Because the wedding wouldn't be the same without Gray.
Jesse Suttle
Groomsman
Kurt and Jesse met in Birmingham, AL during the early 2010's. Kurt had moved back to make a record. And Jesse came highly recommended as a drummer. Man, were they right! Not only is Jesse a phenomenal drummer, he's also a great man. So after the battles they've endured together during the process of making music, Jesse is essentially family. And Kurt is honored to have Jesse be a part of this special day.
Clayton Smith
Groomsman
Like with Paul, Kurt and Clayton met when Kurt was simply "the boyfriend." But now that they're going to be family, Kurt is sincerely looking forward to strengthening his relationship with Clayton over the coming decades.
Paul Smith
Groomsman
Kurt and Paul met in 2020. Before they knew they were officially going to be brothers-in-law. Kurt is excited to get to know Paul better. Mainly because he knows Paul has some embarrassing stories about Brynn that she'll never admit to.