Best Man
My little big brother and the closest person to me outside of Mariessa. We are two year apart but I've alway looked at him like my uglier twin brother. Thank you for always being there to support me, all the joke, and many more years to come. Love you.
Maid of Honor
My favorite girl for the last 25 years! My sister is my whole heart. Despite being 8 years apart, we become closer and closer as the years pass. I am honored that the first wedding she has ever attended is mine (and Tayo's!). I love you so much Lee!
Best Man
If I was Carlton, he would be the Fresh Price. Moses has always had a laid back chill personality and a lot of who I am has directly been influenced by this man. My love of all LA sports teams, fashion, and video games. Thank you for being my older brother. Ps... Thank you for all the airforce ones
Maid of Honor
My cousin whose middle name I stole! Britt has been my ride or die since we were born! Every photo in my early years she is by my side and even though she spent 10 years being a successful East Coast shawty, I am so glad that she back on the West Coast! Growing up wouldn't have been the same without you, Britt!
Groomsman
Bimbola (Ah bim bim) is a big ball of energy and always has a smile for everyone he meets. He knows everyone and if he doesn't know you, give it 5 mins. He has been apart of my life since before I could remember and I have been following his footsetps. He goes to UCR, I go to UCR. He becomes an Alpha, I become an Alpha. He gets engaged, I got engaged. He got married 2.25.23 and here we are today. Thank you for being someone I could look up to and for always being there for me.
Bridesmaid
Michael's younger sister aka Temi aka Temithebemi is an old soul. Beautiful, Independent, and also very annoying. (Sorry I couldn't compliment you too much lol) More than anything she is dependable. She is one of my go to phone calls to keep me awake and decompresses as I'm coming back from work. I can't remember a time were I asked her for help and she wasn't willing to help however she could. She has always had my back and I only wish to be there for you like you have been there for me. Love you
Groomsman
Mariessa's brother and first best friend. From wanting to do everything he does to forever laughing at his jokes (to this day) I couldn't have asked for a better brother. Carl has been there through the ups and downs and I know that if I ever needed anyone to talk to and just listen, I can always go to him. Love you, Carl!
Bridesmaid
Michael's Youngest sister. She is the smartest one of us four. She also is just as equally annoying as Temi is. Tolu marches to the beat of her own drum. I can't express how much fun I have had nerding out to all things anime, manga, and manwa. I have been completely blessed to have you as my younger sister.
Groomsman
Milk Milk Milly Mooo aka Deadwood Dick aka Zombie Mike. I Can’t express how much I appreciate you. All the laughs and the deep conversations have been such a blessing to me. Thank you for inspiring me/pushing me to pursue my dreams. Also I forgive you for making me drop food on my brand new shoes.
Bridesmaid
If you know Ro, you'll know she is one of the sweetest friends you could have- but only if she considers you a friend! She tried to intimidate Brittney and I during basketball tryouts in 7th grade. Luckily, it didn't work and Ro and I have been best friends since from playing sports together through childhood to living 10 minutes away from each other in Huntington Beach as adults. Love you Best!
Groomsman
In the last couple years we have grown much closer. I appreciate that you and I have very similar backgrounds and are currently in the similar space in life. It’s been a blessing to be able to come to you with things that not very many people would truly understand and get your honest opinion. Can’t wait to see the father you grow into. Ps… If you are ever out of protein let me know I got you.
Bridesmaid
Ness, from sports to health academy to riding around Roseville in your Infiniti to you becoming a mom and all of the adventures in between, I love you so much. You have the purest, kindest heart and that shows in the way that you are a wife, parent, and best friend. You are amazing and I am so glad God has blessed me with your friendship for over 20 years!
Groomsman
To my name sake the only other Sacramento Kings fan I know besides Mariessa. I’m officially giving you Tayo #1. Life has definitely flown by. From middle school where we would ring the doorbell to y’all’s house we would hear y’all come to the door look through the peep hole and still not open the door to being one of my grooms man. Love you bro. Ps…Oreos will forever be a stupid cookie
Bridesmaid
Ang! I have always looked up to you like the older sister I never had. I am so glad that we have always stayed friends despite hardly ever living in the same city. From going to the sock hop in middle school to Beyonce concerts as adults, all the family trips and becoming Auntie Cheerio, I can't wait to create more memories. Also, sorry for missing your wedding when I was a broke college student.
Groomsman
Jimmygotsoul aka Nija James!! King of the aux cord. I will always remember the first time I met you. You came hella late to our community service project. I was completely shocked that a full Nigerian guy could be that light-skin. We have been through quite a-lot and you have been such a great friend through it all. I pray nothing but success and all God blessing for you.
Bridesmaid
Alex has been my GIRL ever since we met in college. Without AKA, I doubt we would have ever crossed paths but I am so glad we did. She heard me complaining about Michael all through the last few years of college but always had his back and mine. A true friend, the best person to shop with, vacation with, and who you probably shouldn't gamble with, Alex is one of my best friends and I couldn't be more grateful for all of the memories we have.
Groomsman
Ayeyocam aka press4progress always instigating some dumb workout that I would inevitably do regardless how much I don’t want to. I’ve always loved that it’s a forgone conclusion that we will be there for each other during important life moments. Just need you to move back to Cali. Cough cough nudge nudge
Bridesmaid
Lilly is a very lucky person being that she knows both me and Tayo very closely as my sorority sister and Tayo's cousin. She has always believed in the Tayo and Mary-essa saga even when we didn't believe it ourselves. Lilly will keep it real with you (so you better come correct- no Lot 29 outfits). We can't wait to see her get married soon! Shoutout to another UCR love story lol PS- if you get a chance, pick Lilly as your karaoke partner, she won't disappoint!
Groomsman
Juice man! Life is a trip. You are a husband and father of two. I still remember us fighting that huge roach we didn’t know was able to fly, Halloween in Santa Barbra, and all the other shenanigans we found ourselves in. Special shout out to you for forcing me to go the party where I would meet Mariessa for the first time. You are the real MVP.
Bridesmaid
Nanibo! Wow so many memories in so little time. We met through someone who shall not be named but I am so glad we did! We spent almost her entire first pregnancy hanging out at the restaurant or at her house watching mukbang. Nani even offered to call and quit a job for me (I didn't let her lol). She is always laughing and making jokes and putting a smile on people's faces. A great mom and friend but still call Nani if you need to hide a body.
Groomsman
I know I have know you for a relatively short amount of time. But in that time I truly found a friend and brother that I can depend on. Appreciate all the in-depth conversations about the MCU and crypto. I’m beyond honored to be your daughter’s God father. Looking forward to our annual trip to mimosa house.
Bridesmaid
Macellina and I met in 2016 and have been basically attached at the hip ever since. From salads for lunch and target runs during the work day (YOLO) to leading a young adult women's ministry and volunteering with the youth ministry, you can find Maci dance walking with me down the aisles at Center of Praise. She and Wayne have been our Mimosa House partners and fellow ACE hard cider connoisseurs for 4 years now and have even blessed Tayo and I with our goddaughter, Olivia. I love you friend!!!
Groomsman
I appreciate you. Thank you for the love and support that you show Mariessa and I. Shout out to angel for introducing you to our friend group.I’m beyond blessed to have you as part of my village. I will forever keep trying to get you to switch to a iPhone.
Bridesmaid
E'mani and I became friends from the first day we met! Who knew Bumble BFF would actually find me another BFF. I don't remember ever meeting someone who was so genuinely interested in getting to know other people. I knew we would be long time friends since that day! We can stay on the phone for hours updating each other on life and it feels like we never even missed a beat. From trying new restaurants all over Sac and calling Tayo while slightly inebriated, she has always been so much fun to hang out with and the definition of a friend who will always have your back. Love you girl!
Ring Bearer
I love my cousin Amir so much! Lee and I were there since day one and despite how little we knew about giving birth, we have been so grateful for him since the day he was born. He is so fun and full of energy. We would pick him up and hang out with him all day from watching movies and playing all day, he puts a smile on my face everytime I get to see him. Love you!
Flower Girl
Liya Li! Auntie Riessa loves you so so much. I was there the day Liya was born and was even one of the first people to find out that Nani was pregnant with her. I can't believe how time has flown. Watching her grow up has been a highlight of my life. Liya lights up every room with her smile and her silly jokes. To know her is to love her!
Officiant
WHIT! Our biggest supporter. From me meeting you at Six Flags and instantly becoming friends, I appreciate you more than you know. Thank you for always speaking life into me, Tayo, and our relationship. Thank you for helping us to always hear each other. Thank you for being you. This day wouldn't be complete without you officiating and continuing to speak into us. God has truly blessed us with your friendship.