Wedding Party

Michael Palladino Sr.

Best Man

The best man in my life, is my father.

Sam Maurer

Maid of Honor

Sam and Darby have been best friends for years! Always being there for each other as roomates, they initially bonded over long car rides for doughnuts and listening to Blink 182.

Dylan Rodrigue

Groomsman

Michael wouldn’t be where he is today without Dylan Rodrigue. When Michael was stuck in a hole, Dylan took him under his wing, inviting Michael to live with him in his house filled with music and friendship. Dylan also helped him get through his classes in college, and Dylan’s kindness and sensitivity has made him one of the most important figures in Michaels life.

Mallory Fabian

Bridesmaid

Throughout their time at Calarts, Mallory and Darby's artistic visions and personal friendship has been through it all. At the end of the day, their support and love for each other has been the underlying fabric of their relationship.

Marco Gentile

Groomsman

Marco, though a newer friend, has quickly become one of the most important people in Michael’s life. He is unbelievably kind and compassionate, and he is somebody that Michael looks up to like an older brother. They spend time surfing together, as well as bonding over shared interests like yoga and gardening.

Sara Hartless

Bridesmaid

Darby and Sara have been dancing together with Mallory's dance company fabe Dance. They really bonded while carpooling together to a performance in Orange County and had one of those moments where they asked "did we just become best friends?" Darby can't thankSara enough for all of her love and support through the good the bad and the ugly crying.

Ian Lipson

Officiant

While Ian bears a remarkable resemblance to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, that is not the only reason he was picked as our officiant. Ian is spiritual and radiant, though at the same time very grounded and thoughtful. His soothing voice is second only to Morgan Freeman's.

Kristina Urgel

Bridesmaid

Kristina took Darby under her wing, and taught her everything she knew about pet food. Their bond has extended past the tumultuous job at the pet store, and their love for each other (and animals) runs deep.

Carol Palladino

Mother of the Groom

Kelsey Long

Bridesmaid

Darby met Kelsey during her second year at Calarts where they were suitemates. They have one of those friendships that is just honest and caring. Put these two in a room and its sure to be a good time. Their time spent together is heartfelt and open but ya'll better make room on the dance floor once they hit it!

Sunnie Dawn Cook

Mother of the Bride

Sarah Palladino

Bridesmaid

Sister of the groom, Sarah and Darby are looking forward to a lifelong sisterhood ahead! Darby is so happy to have another sister in her life. Sarah and Darby have had opportunity over the last few years to really get to know each other and Darby couldn't have picked a better sister herself.

Thomas Kelley

Father of the Bride

Patrice Roth

Bridesmaid

Patrice and Darby also attended Calarts together, but their friendship really grew when Darby joined the team at Sheppard Method Pilates where Patrice was working. Now they check in on each other and always make time during their breaks together to have a real conversation and catch each other up on what is going on. Patrice is an incredible dancer, instructor, and all around human. Darby is so thankful for her friendship and care for her overall well-being.

Birdie Douglass

Flower Child

Michael and Darby's child by proxy, babysitting this little wild child has brought a youthful light into their lives.

Mabel Palladino

Ring Bearer

Two days after their engagement, Mabel came in to Darby and Michael's lives. The goodest of all girls, they know she wont disappoint on the big day!