Diana & Toby
Wedding Party
Veronca
Matron of Honor
Diana distinctly remembers meeting Veronica in 9th grade Criminal Justice class, where they sat across from each other, in the back of the room. Because this was criminal justice, Diana and Veronica quickly got down to business where Diana recalls Veronica asking her for her opinion on matters, such as the design Veronica’s quinaera invite. “What do you think?” she asked. Diana was flattered and until this day consults Veronica for all such important similar matters, including the Epic Beast Party Wedding. Veronica has also been part of Diana’s traveling ventures which include their first solo girls trip to Chicago when they graduated high school. The traveling has never really stopped.
Dom Doan
Best Man
Born in streets of Arvada, Dom became known as the Dominator for the mass amount of canvases he destroyed winning multiple art shows. That was, until he met his match heading to the Art Institute of Colorado. Accidentally mailed the wrong Congratulations letter for a scholarship, Dom received one for a kid by the name of Toby 'MFB' Cochran, from there he was determined to destroy him. Little did he or Toby know that it would turn into a life long friendship. Sharing many things along their adventures, one trip they will never forget was traveling to the land of the rising sun! Japan offered many unforgettable moments from being chased by police, speaking broken Japanese only to realize the girls could speak English to finding the scary night life in the Red Light districts.
Cynthia
Bridesmaid
Diana met Cynthia at the University of Houston, always sitting in the first row, Diana found herself in a marketing class, just in front of Cynthia and turned around to introduce herself, "See this seat? It's got my name on it" Caught off guard, Cynthia’s immediately shared about her mom’s passing over the previous Christmas break. That vulnerability lowered Diana's defensive walls for sitting front row and was touched by the truth shared. That vulnerability helped lay the foundation of their friendship, Diana and Cynthia went from being notorious study buddies, that worked hard and partied harder and always enjoyed traveling to student conferences, into a beautiful lifelong friendship where they go to Lakewood Church every time Diana is home in Houston. #JoelOsteen #JohnGray
Danny Wise
Groomsman
Born in the heart of Denver, Danny was a scrapper from the get-go, applying his 'street smarts' to the football field, the wrestling mat, and breaking hearts of many young girls. He was State Champion bound and the streets cheered his name but destiny had it's own plans, Danny followed his heart, leading him to an art school. This is where Danny honed his social skills speaking with real life 'wolf people' and other artistic kids that wore capes thinking they could go invisible with a single swoop. Danny often questioned his decision to go to school until one day he met a 'freak' who played sports, his attire was acquired at JC Penny and he didn't wear a tail. Danny soon had a partner in his quest to finish school making the best animated projects the school had ever seen.
Belen
Bridesmaid
Diana and Belen met in wonderful corporate America (of all places) when they both worked for Clorox. They both had the drive to do fun things at work and decided to team up and enter a business case study (cause you know deep inside Diana loves business too). They went on to win that case study and won $1 million dollars to start the business venture, but the most important meeting Diana ever had with Belen was during this competition when she pulled her aside and said “Belen, I have a room available at the end of the month. You should move in.” Belen and Diana lived together for a year and had many traveling ventures, including annual Vegas trips, cause you know, ‘it’s a work trip’! Now, after listening to Toby they are working together again! #SquadGoals
James Weiss
Groomsman
It is told that young Roshi saved his family from a Lion attack in the golden hills monastery at the age of 5. Fast forward to 2018, young Roshi is now known as James after his father and in his gym of Cross and Fit hangs the head of the Lion he killed when he was 5. Today James does not just 'coach' others through movement and community he's helping them reclaim their souls. One of those souls James encountered was the Beast, they shared similar soulful connections as they both love to slay iron, walk on fire and enjoy occasional donuts from time to time. Now, the Beast and The Lion set off to change the lives of millions using their gifts sharing their love and light with the world.
Leila
Bridesman
Diana and Leila met at the University of Houston, where they were both members of the Hispanic Business Student Association, the best student group on campus dedicated to transforming “student leaders into tomorrow’s executives”. Diana was super impressed with Leila’s ability to 'boss' anyone around, shaking her index finger at anyone paired with the catchphrase “I ain’t heard of that” when she disagreed, and how Leila made straight A’s (cause you know deep inside Diana is also nerdy) and thought it was so neat that Leila’s middle name is Bonita. It was the perfect union of ghetto fabulousness which solidified their friendship and keeps it going strong, as both continue to love the finer things in life; including LV purses and Rothy’s. #YOLO
Isai Calderon
Groomsman
Graced with the eternal love of the Jaguar goddess this young lad was lost in the Guatemalan jungle and adopted into a wild family of animals. After saving his family from the largest snake in the jungle his mother named the boy Isai, which means 'Gift'. To this day, Isai lives up to his name as he's a true gift for anyone he encounters. With his heart on his hairy arm sleeve, Isai set out on a journey to America, swimming across the Golf of Mexico he found himself in Florida studying animation before moving out to San Francisco where he first met Toby. Starring in their own sitcom where a Russian fella, Guatemalan lad and American Beast lived together, it was a short-lived series but fun while it lasted. Now they're onto bigger and better projects together.
Michelle
Bridesmaid
Diana met Michelle during her first year living in San Francisco, through a mutual friend, who was way too dramatic for their own taste, so Diana and Michelle ditched that girl and moved on as friends. Diana has never had a friend that can genuinely makes her laugh as hard as Michelle does, who always has the most random stories and adventures. Michelle and Diana share very important interest such as a love for food, interior design, and a good manicure, and any good Bravo show. Michelle has the same interest for travel as Diana and celebrated a memorable 30th birthday in Austin.
Ethan Morrison
Groomsman
Ethan aka 'The Fox' is known for his lethal hand and eye coordination on the computer and in real life, if there was ever a Zombie Apocalypse Toby would make sure The Fox was nearby. Befriending Toby back in High School didn't come easy at first, you see, there was a girl that was determined to ruin the lives of many. Calling it how he sees it, Toby warned young Ethan and his comrades, soon after the destruction laid waste, Ethan and Toby teamed up for many late nights of hot pockets, Xbox parties and played in snow-covered streets. Sharing many adventures, they've survived the desert by finding the only working gas station, hunted ghosts in the Springs of Colorado, Chopped trees down together in the forest, and most recently walking on FIRE together, these two go WAY back.
Nancy
Bridesmaid
Diana knew of Nancy back when they were both purple pups attending Lanier Middle School, but the ‘gangs’ didn’t allow them to hang out and get to know each other until they both attended High School for Law Enforcement. Their passion to 'fight crime' brought them together early on in 9th grade, where Diana quickly realized that Nancy was a cool broad as Nancy could always smell bluff from a mile away and would keep Diana in check, which Diana always appreciated. Nancy has been there for Diana since day 1, from traveling to Europe at the age of 15 to most recently watching Moana when Diana visits Nancy and her cute babies, Diana is grateful for the long standing friendship that has transcended time. #Bestfriends4Life
Bryan Young
Groomsman
Bryan 'the Biz' Young is better known nowadays for his incredible artwork, however long before his art career launched he was an up and coming Bboy trained by the fiercest cat's in the 'Biz' throughout the independent circuit. Undefeated Bryan retired as the lightweight champion in LA. Shortly after his retirement, he moved back to the Bay Area reclaiming it as home once again. This time, his sights were set on something bigger, like the animation and gaming industry! Accepted into one of the BEST workshops period, Bryan found himself surrounded by a cast of unforgettable characters; there were Russians, Guatemalan's, Beast's oh my! Joining in on the regular dinners of French Toast with his classmates he grew a special bond with Toby sharing many moments together in the classroom and out.