Emma & Russell
Wedding Party
Lauren Kelly
Maid of Honor
Sister of the bride. Lauren (or "Lolli") attends Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. She majors in communication disorders and plans on becoming a speech therapist, which is very ironic considering she had more speech impediments than letters in the alphabet growing up. Emma's favorite trait about Lolli is her ability to make you feel uniquely special just by the way she listens to you and helps. She is a certified dance-aholic, puts the PARTY in wedding party. Russell's personal heckler.
Jackson Kelly
Best Man
After asking Jackson if he was a Weezer fan, Russell looked at him, saying "You look like a Weezer fan." Who would've thought that would lead to the bond it is today. Jackson and Russell immediately found out that they had a lot more things in common than just Weezer. The two bonded over comedians, shows, movies, books, and music. Jackson convinced Russell to go to several concerts that would change Russell's life for good. Jackson attends Belmont Law School in Nashville. Russell could not ask for a better friend, a better brother to be his best man.
Christene Spencer
Bridesmaid
Emma's best friend since she was 4. Emma's favorite trait about Christene is her loving nature and contagious laugh. She attends Freed Hardeman University and studies child and family studies and missions. Although she was shy growing up, she couldn't help but become extroverted because of how loud Emma was. The two have played basketball together, starred in school plays, become YouTube sensations (you can ask Cece about that one), gone to countless years of church camps together, and lived at each others' homes for ridiculous amounts of times.
Brandon Pigg
Groomsman
Russell met Brandon his freshman year, and they instantly had a connection that made them brothers. They talked in Brandon's car until 3 or 4 AM, talking about their lives before MSU. Brandon roomed with Russell and Jackson, where they made countless memories to laugh about and at each other. On the way home, after the weekend Russell and Emma met, he encouraged Russell to pursue Emma. He is in graduate school in Memphis, studying exercise and nutrition. He is super smart and glad to tell you just about anything you want to know about the human body. Pick his brain!
Kensleigh Stephens
Bridesmaid
Emma's best friend, first college friend, and personal therapist. Kensleigh also attends the University of Tennessee at Martin and studies plant and soil science. She plans on owning a greenhouse and working with plants. Kensleigh and Emma have the unique kind of friendship where your similarities are delightful and the differences also work out to the other's benefit. Kensleigh keeps Emma involved at the Church of Christ Student Center, when all Emma wants to do is study. Emma's favorite trait about Kensleigh is her independence and spiritual consistency.
Jase Coleman
Groomsman
Jase, Brandon's replacement roommate in the 1096 house, has quickly grown close to Russell. He properly introduced Russell to How I Met Your Mother to show him how entertaining it can be. Jase majors in chemical engineering, and he has the hours of studying to prove it. He is also had an internship with Exxon. Feel free to learn all about butane from him; he'll gladly enlighten you. He is a huge NBA fan and wants to visit each NBA stadium in the U.S. I'm sure he's open to donations for his quest.
Hannah Fulbright
Bridesmaid
From rival basketball players to best buds in college, Hannah is the happy couple's favorite third wheel. Hannah attends the University of Tennessee at Martin and majors in cell and molecular biology, like Emma. Thank goodness she and Emma have the same major, because nobody knows what would happen if they didn't have each other to study with (and crack jokes in Dr. Collins class). Hannah plans on attending medical school to become a doctor (if you have 30 minutes to spare, ask her what kind of doctor). Emma's favorite trait about Hannah is her insanely positive attitude (except on exam days) and her determination to overcome hardships (also not counting exam days, obviously).
Cameron Johnson
Groomsman
Playing on the same football team during the younger years, Cameron and Russell didn't grow close until sophomore year in high school, which is way too late, but could not have been at a better time. Cameron pushed Russell to join Mr. Kirby's AP English Language and Literature class, even though it was Russell's worst subject. Russell would unsurprisingly push Cameron's buttons, but he wouldn't trade any of it for anything (depending on who you ask). Cameron is at the University of Alabama, majoring in biology. Get to know him and find out his name is Richard Cameron Johnson.
Reilley Ford
Bridesmaid
Emma's high school best friend. Reilley attends the University of Tennessee at Martin and majors in business. Reilley is Emma's neighbor just down the street. High school game days were the best with Reilley. Although we had no reason to be excited for our football team, the two girls would run down the halls to get to the front row of the section for the pep rallies from freshmen to seniors. Reilley cheered on Emma at her basketball games for four years, and she is still one of Emma's biggest supporters. Emma's favorite trait about Reilley is her strength and selflessly caring personality.
Tyler Pace
Groomsman
Russell and Tyler have been friends all through middle school and high school from football to show choir. They have shared many laughs. Russell has always looked up to him for his work ethic and knowledge. He has a great family and girl, Josie, who help him be the man he is today. Tyler is going to be a great businessman with a great family. Keep an eye out for him around the Hattiesburg area!
Linden Kelly
Flower Girl
Emma’s little cousin, but she is a real-time representation of what Emma was like as a little girl. She loves dogs, running around, getting dirty, and her big brother. Linden is the daughter of Roman and Lindsey Kelly. She lives in Fairview, Tennessee.
Raef Kelly
Ring Bearer
Emma’s little cousin and Linden’s big brother. Raef loves to hunt, wrestle, and pick on people four times his size. He is the best dancer this side of the Mississippi River—hopefully he’ll give us a show down the aisle!
Emerson Kelly
Flower Child
Emmerson is Emma's littlest cousin--I know, I have a lot of cousins! Emmerson, or Emmie Kate, is also Raef and Linden's cousin, but they all act just like siblings! She loves snowcones, animals, and babies. We sure do love her sassy self! Emmie Kate is the daughter of Ryan and Katie Kelly. She lives in Cookeville, Tennessee.