Wedding Party

Michael Thompson

Man of Honor

Bandeja met Michael 7 years ago as a freshman in college. Michael was actually the first to point out to Deja that Craig had a crush on her all those years ago. One Beyonce vs. Adele debate later, the two became best friends. Since then, not even the Atlantic ocean can separate these too! Michael will take on the role of Person of Honor at the wedding!

Christopher Williams

Best Man

Craig met Chris when he was a prospective student at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. The two quickly realized they were both from Brooklyn, NY, and had several mutual friends. Since then, they manage to grow into best friends, fraternity brothers, and now Chris serves as the Best Man and future Godfather to the firstborn.

Symone Muepo

Bridesmaid

6 months after Bandeja was born she was blessed with a baby cousin who would turn out to be just like a sister. Symone and Bandeja have been tight for their entire lives and now Symone will be taking on the role of Co-maid of honor at the wedding!

Franklyn Phillip

Groomsman

Frank Dawg, the Blood Brother of Craig is an amazing man. He served as a great influence to Craig mentally and emotionally as the two have always leaned on each other when hardship arose. Franklyn is a police officer and protects NYC as well as his family.

Monique Muepo

Bridesmaid

Bandeja's older cousin who is practically her big sister. Together, Bandeja, Monique, Symone, and Camille went through almost every childhood experience, being looked after by their grandmother for several years, and going to elementary and middle school together! Today, they still take care of each other, tackling the film industry one project at a time.

Ayanna Batton

Groomswoman

Ms. Aiyana Batton, Craig and Aiyana met 13 years ago at summer band camp. The pair shared a common sense of humor and love for shenanigans as there were never enough jokes. Aiyana has become a sister to Craig over the years and Craig was formally inducted into Aiyana's family by Nana Green, Aiyana's Grandmother.

Ilanah Israel

Bridesmaid

Ilanah has been one of Bandeja' s best and most loyal friend since they were 10 years old. Together they danced Lula Washington Dance Theatre in Los Angeles, then went on to audition and attended Los Angeles County High School of the Arts.

Edens Fleuizard

Groomsman

Fluegame! Mr. Corporate, if you will, has always had an awesome personality and amazing energy. They became brothers in Fall '17, and managed to grow their friendship the following summer as Edens pushed Craig to be better professionally. As Craig continues to watch Edens grow, Craig appreciates their friendship substantially more every year.

Mya Morton

Bridesmaid

Bandeja' s close friend from graduate school. These two have been there for each other whenever they are in need and have helped each other grow into their careers since the first year entering graduate school.

Jamal Lucas

Groomsman

This is Craig's Alpha Phi Alpha brother for life! Craig and Jamal became brothers in the fall of 2017. Since then, he went to play basketball overseas, got a master's in finance, and always followed his dreams. He has been an influence to Craig financially, and sold Craig his first life insurance policy. Craig looks forward to his success and knows that he is destined for greatness.

Byron Benton

Officiant

Mason Evans

Ring Bearer

Lyric

Flower Girl