Wedding Party
Annie Torres
Matron of Honor
Annie is my Matron of Honor and truly the sister I didn’t know I needed in this life. She is kind, sweet, and fiercely loyal — the kind of person who wouldn’t hesitate to book a flight if I ever needed her. She shows up, always. She has given me my two beautiful nieces, who I love like they are my own, and through her I’ve experienced a whole new kind of love and family. She’s my person — my steady, my safe place, my constant. I am endlessly grateful that she’ll be standing by my side on my wedding day, just like she’s stood by me through everything else.
Marcus Torres
Best Man
Eventhough our friendship is relatively new, it feels like we've known each other forever. Between our love of sports, gambling, and Pokemon, we quickly became like long-lost twins. Beyond all the fun, Marcus has shown me what it means to be a great husband and partner, giving me the blueprint for the kind of husband I want to be. I'm grateful for his friendship, his advice, and all the laughs along the way. I couldn't be happier to have him standing by my side on my wedding day.
Jennifer Reyes-Astorga
Bridesmaid
Jen has been such a steady presence in my life. From helping me feel confident in my professional abilities to patiently listening and understanding my occasional complaints about her brother, she has always been someone I can count on. She’s someone I can talk to about anything, and I never once feel judged — only supported, encouraged, and understood. No matter what she has going on or where she is, she is always cheering me on and lifting me up. I am so incredibly lucky to be marrying into this family, and even luckier to be gaining a sister-in-law who has already been a true sister to me for so many years. Having her by my side on this day means more than I can say.
Luis Gonzalez
Groomsman
Luis is the definition of a brother from another mother. We've been friends since middle school, wrested together, played baseball together, and have had each others backs through every stage of life. He taught me the importance of humility, always striving to be the best version of yourself, and living life to the fullest. As an ER nurse, he's also my first call for any emergency - whether it's a real crisis or me overreacting. I'm incredibly grateful for his friendship and honored to have him standing by my side on such an important day.
Kelsey McGee
Bridesmaid
I have known Kelsey for 26 years — which means we survived all of our awkward years together. Even when my family moved away, we stuck to each other like glue at every dinner, birthday, and celebration we could. When college tried to separate us, we made sure it didn’t. We’ve always found our way back to each other. Now as adults, she has somehow made me just as obsessed with F1 as she is, and my wedding day simply wouldn’t feel right without her standing beside me. She is sweet, loyal, and the very responsible financial advisor who keeps me in check… unless Val and I catch her off guard and make questionable decisions. (Not without a stern talking-to from Kelsey afterward, of course.) I am so grateful for a friendship that has grown up with me — and even more grateful that after 26 years, she’s still right by my side.
Jose Limas
Groomsman
Jose and I have been friends since our college days, where we both members of the same fraternity and made countless memories together. We graduated with Kinesiology degrees, so it's no surprise that health and wellness have always been a big part of our lives - he became a Physical Therapist and I became a Chiropractor. Through all of life's high and lows, Jose has always had my back and been someone I can count on for advice, support, and encouragement. I'm grateful for our friendship and honored to have him standing by my side on this special day.
Valeria Arias
Bridesmaid
Val is my spicy, ride-or-die. She pushes me to grow, challenges me to be better, and never lets me settle for less than I deserve. She’s loyal to her core — the kind of friend who will hype me up one minute and be ready to throw hands the next if someone crosses me. If you ever wonder who would “burn it all down” for me… it’s Val. And I wouldn’t have it any other way. I am so incredibly lucky to have her by my side on my wedding day — there’s no one else I’d rather have standing with me as I start this new chapter.
Michael Greany
Groomsman
Mikey and I were in the same fraternity in college, and this wedding honestly wouldn't be happening without him. He's been my ultimate hype man from day one and he played a huge role in giving me the courage (liquid courage to be fair) to ask Emily out on our first date. Mikey is one of the most sincere and fun people I know, and I've always considered him like a brother. I'll forever be grateful for his support, friendship, and for helping me find my future wife.
Lei'Ana Lopez
Bridesmaid
Lei is someone who has always let me be fully, unapologetically myself — and more than that, she never lets me be anything less than authentically me. She is loyal, honest (even when some people think she shouldn’t be), and one of the most incredible moms I know. She makes time for the people she loves, no matter what, and I have had the amazing privilege of being one of those people. She is part of my chosen family — the kind of family you find along the way who leave a permanent imprint on your heart. My life, and this journey to marriage, would not be the same without her. Having her by my side on my wedding day means more than words could ever fully capture.
Dominic Lopez
Groomsman
I've known Dominic "Patches" Lopez since middle school. We grew up playing golf, football, and baseball together; always having each other's back through every stage of life. Dom has always put up with my antics and wild ideas - even ones that got us in trouble, like stealing Ipods or messing around with our rival school. Through all the high and lows, especially when I was at my lowest, Dom has always been someone I could count on to show up, lift me up, and help in any way he can. I'm beyond grateful for his friendship and lucky to have him standing with me.
Andres Mercado
Groomsman
Someone call the fire department - just kidding, Andy IS a firefighter. He's always brought a mix of fun and responsibility to the friendship. He has consistently looked out for me and our friends to make sure everyone is safe and doing okay. He taught me the importance of putting others before yourself. I've known Andy since middle school and played baseball with him, where he also taught me a lot about the game. He's even managed to make me hate the Dodgers a little more - despite them being his favorite team. I'm grateful for his friendship and to have him by my side.
Rogelio Ponce
Groomsman
Rogelio - aka "Rochies" - is the number one hustler I know. He's taught me that even when the walls feel like they're closing in, keeping your head up and putting one foot in front of the other will get you through anything life throws your way. I've known him since middle school, and he's always been someone who shows up for me and our entire friend group whenever we need support. I'm grateful for his friendship and to have him stand beside me on this special day.
Jacob Buchner
Bridesman
Jacob is my younger brother, but anyone who meets us usually thinks we’re twins. He has always been fiercely loyal, protective, and someone I can count on no matter what. Having him stand beside me on this day means more to me than words can say.
Jason Astorga
Officiant
Jason, our officiant and the groom’s brother-in-law, is as funny as he is incredible. From making us laugh to making this day unforgettable, we’re so lucky to have him standing with us and leading our ceremony.
Brianne Merritt
Ring Bearer
By title, Brianne is here to carry the rings — but in real life, she’s carried me through laughter, stress, long workdays, and every chaotic moment in between. She’s my built-in hype woman, always ready for a laugh, a little chaos, or some pure, unfiltered fun — and she never lets me feel alone when I belt out a song or quote a movie, because she’s always there to sing it with me or add the next line. Most people assume we’re sisters (the resemblance doesn’t help), and honestly, they’re not wrong. She is fierce, loyal, and a total boss-ass bitch — the kind of friend who jumps headfirst into the madness and somehow makes it even better. She stands beside me in all the ways that matter — with love, fire, and mischief — so it only feels right that she stands beside me today, rings in hand, fully present, and making everything wilder, brighter, and more unforgettable.