Wedding Party
Catherine McGrath
Maid of Honor
Put a camera in Catherine’s hands and magic will happen. Put a drink in her hand and well… you get the picture. Catherine is Kiki’s biggest sister and biggest fan. With a 6 year age difference, when Kiki was born, she was Catherine’s real life American girl doll. She dressed her, raised her, and likes to take credit for the better parts of Kiki’s personality. Catherine is the secret weapon behind this wedding making all the little details fall into place. If there is anyone you want in your corner, it’s Cat. If you want to strike up a conversation with her, ask her about one of the 30 countries she’s traveled to!
Hyunbin Kang
Best Man
Hyunbin is Ethan’s unofficial brother since they were about 9. The boys were raised in Fiji together, but both found their way to American girls. They grew up trying to beat each other in just about every single sport, and the only thing Hyunbin has beat Ethan in is getting married first. Ethan can’t picture anyone else as his right hand man on his big day. Hyunbin is currently. Studying mechanical engineering at Pensacola Christian college. If you want to strike up a conversation with him, ask him about his epic nerf gun skills.
Christen McGrath
Bridesmaid
Christen is Kiki’s older sister and one of her best friends. Just don’t ask who’s the better rock climber… If her sass doesn’t knock you out, her right hook sure will. As an accomplished theater major Christen is pursing her acting career and following her dreams. Christen taught Kiki everything she knows about sarcasm and fashion. If you want to strike up a conversation with her, ask her about the time she won $10,000 on a game show all about judging people! If you want to start a fight with her, ask her about the Marvel Comics universe.
Joshua Buckley
Groomsman
Josh is Ethan’s outgoing cousin. He was born in New Zealand, but has been living in the USA for the past few years. He moved to the States for what he says was a “larger pool of jobs, and a larger pool of women.” This payed off for him as he got both. Josh now lives in California with his beautiful wife Jenna and his baby boy Levi. Josh is an avid card player and Cross Fitter. Which he is better at is debatable, you’ll have to ask his brothers. If you wanna strike up a conversation with Josh, ask him how many passports he has and how the heck he managed to do that!
Breana McCaughey
Bridesmaid
Breana has been Kiki’s partner is crime since they were 10 years old. From picking up each other’s broken hearts, to staying on the floor because they’re laughing too hard, the girls have been side by side they’re whole lives. Breana is currently in nursing school at Vanguard University, but that doesn’t stop her from showing up to the party. Breana runs on Chai Tea lattes, nail polish fumes, and online shopping. If you want to strike up a conversation with her, ask her to tell you a story about her cousins!
Reece Plane
Groomsman
Reece has been Ethan’s mate since they were in their second year of college. (American High school) Reece loves formula one. He likes to think he can go fast, but the fastest thing about him is his witt. His Toyota Corolla also says otherwise. He recently achieved his Diploma in Film and Content Creation. Currently he is neck deep in the tradie world, in his second year of his building apprenticeship. If you want to have a chat to Reece, ask him what his current film project is.
Macie Parcell
Bridesmaid
Macie is currently attending Grand Canyon University studying health care administration. Macie and Kiki have been dreaming of their weddings together since they were 15! Macie is Kiki’s favorite dance partner and the two do the best in-the-car duets. Raised on horses and Jack Daniels, where ever Macie goes, a good time follows. She is totally the person you want to walk through the fire with! If you want to strike up a conversation with Mace, ask her to burp her ABC’s. If you want to be her best friend, ask her to teach you how to two step.
Peter De Laurentis
Groomsman
Peter is a close friend of both the bride and the groom. Peter and Kiki traveled to New Zealand at the same time to participate in YWAM’s DTS program in 2019. Peter went on to later lead and mentor Ethan through his time in YWAM. Peter like every smart Aussie/Kiwi man, also found himself an American girl. Pete is your classic Aussie bloke. He’s always here for the laughs and ready to rescue any animal or creature from danger. Peter is the definition of a hard worker and a man after God! If you wanna strike up a conversation with him ask him what the difference between poison and venom is. If you want to spin a yarn with him, ask him about his art!
Kiana Ranjbaran
Bridesmaid
Kiana has been Kiki’s primary adventure buddy since they were 13 years old. Kiana is a dreamer and always up for a good time. She is currently studying neuroscience and psychology at the University of California Santa Barbara. Kiana is the most hospitable person you’ll ever meet. Dinner at her place is an experience. She loves all things outdoors and is an expert fire builder. She can get a spark going in nature and in relationships…. Kiana is a friend everybody wants to have in their life. If you want to strike up a conversation with Kiana ask her about literally anything and she will revolutionize how you see that topic.
Jimmy McGrath
Groomsman
Jimmy is currently 30 and flirty and stoked on his midlife crisis. Kiki’s big brother and Ethans soon-to-be brother, he’s always wanted. Jimmy is a pilot and works as a flight instructor for California Baptist University Flight School. Filled with creativity, Jimmy can pick up any instrument and make it sing. He will turn any time into a good time, all you’ve got to do it put a drink in his hand. It’s safe to say if Jimmy is there, you want to be there. To chat up Jimmy all you’ve gotta do it talk about any classic rock band and you’ve got his attention.
Hannah Dryden
Bridesmaid
Hannah is Ethans little sister! Only 17 and the dancing queen of Mount Maunganui College. (high school for you Americans) She loves drama!! … The theater kind of course. Hannah might be the star of the dance shows, but she is humble about her pipes. That’s right, she sings, she dances, she acts, but she never learned how to cartwheel… If you want to have a chat to Hannah, ask her about the roles she’s played in her many dance recitals. If you want to put Hannah on the spot, ask her to recite some Shakespeare and prepare for your socks to be knocked off.
Blake Laurenson
Groomsman
Blake is one of Kiki’s long time childhood friends and functions as her 2nd brother. He was quick to make Ethan feel right at home when Ethan got to the States. Blake is hands down one of the nicest guys you will ever meet. He works as a EMT first responder putting peoples needs before his own everyday. Blake can tell you what every bit of any car does and why it does that. Where Blake goes, laughs usually follow. He’s the guy you want on your team and you know you’ll never loose. He is also a part time actor for just about every church production. Ask him about his latest roles, especially the one about being Damien’s dad. If you want to do into his past, ask to see his driver’s license photo.